Destroyer Cores Farming Guide (video include)
blue.rellik
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Originally Posted by Fried Tech
but really... dont take posts so seriously ppl. its a game, not your life, i hope
Funny....why did you post in this then if you shouldn't take this seriously
trobinson97
Well, after seeing the unnecessary nerf of the HoS CR, I can't imagine this one staying intact. Well, it's a good build for however long it lasts.
llsektorll
its not as mindless as the HoS runs you can die if you dont have 100% focus... they might nerf it becuase of prices of cores
zerof
I more or less used the OP's build. I managed to get my destroyer gauntlets in about 6 hours. The drops are anywhere between 2 to 7 cores per run.
Thank you for the video and the build! It saved me a lot of gold!!
Thank you for the video and the build! It saved me a lot of gold!!
Ecomancer
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Originally Posted by trobinson97
Well, after seeing the unnecessary nerf of the HoS CR, I can't imagine this one staying intact. Well, it's a good build for however long it lasts.
I think there is a key difference between this and the HoS CR. The chest run involved greens, golds and precious gems in a relative low amount of time - keg spamming is very easy. Apparently as per ANET update notes, there was an exploit used extensively.
This farming however, does not always entail that you get good drops, cores and of coures you do not get the Brotherhood cloth since the build is only for the first wave. It is not as mindless per say, you do need to move around a lot and using skills too late/early can easily result in a quick death. This run is not the slightest bit easy, timing is essential.
I am sure it will last a while if not for a long time. Congratulations to all those who have managed to get gauntlets already and working towards gauntlets for other characters. Feel free to post your innovations of the build as you see fit, its only fair we all share.
This farming however, does not always entail that you get good drops, cores and of coures you do not get the Brotherhood cloth since the build is only for the first wave. It is not as mindless per say, you do need to move around a lot and using skills too late/early can easily result in a quick death. This run is not the slightest bit easy, timing is essential.
I am sure it will last a while if not for a long time. Congratulations to all those who have managed to get gauntlets already and working towards gauntlets for other characters. Feel free to post your innovations of the build as you see fit, its only fair we all share.
Kula
I only clicked on the video to hear the SoR music.
^_^
^_^
Davros Uitar
Well I tried the build (and congratulated the thread poster when I encountered him in the game). It is difficult and does involve timing. Spent about 4K setting it up, and about 10 runs before I managed the first wave. I am about 20 attempts and it has taken that lomg for me to have a run of 4 successes.
I think I have teh moves and timing down pretty well now - my biggest issue is not protecting the right side enough. This is where I lose the dragon on occasions (say 1 in every 5 runs) and that pretty much sux. The parties taht come in that side are much more likely to slip aggro - never lost aggro on the left.
On the topic of drops - never seen more than 3 cores. Have to admit there are plenty of guys left sometimes when I get wiped and 3 cores, but never beaten 3 cores even when completing. Also see plenty of dyes but out of about 10 dyes the only one that gave any value was a blue (so not making a fortune there either).
On the 3 times I tested it with 8 man I got 2,3,3 cores for first wave, so I don't know that it is that far over and above 8 man (though you would reckon with dye drops it would eventually get that way). The solo challenge is ceratinly there.
I think I have teh moves and timing down pretty well now - my biggest issue is not protecting the right side enough. This is where I lose the dragon on occasions (say 1 in every 5 runs) and that pretty much sux. The parties taht come in that side are much more likely to slip aggro - never lost aggro on the left.
On the topic of drops - never seen more than 3 cores. Have to admit there are plenty of guys left sometimes when I get wiped and 3 cores, but never beaten 3 cores even when completing. Also see plenty of dyes but out of about 10 dyes the only one that gave any value was a blue (so not making a fortune there either).
On the 3 times I tested it with 8 man I got 2,3,3 cores for first wave, so I don't know that it is that far over and above 8 man (though you would reckon with dye drops it would eventually get that way). The solo challenge is ceratinly there.
I Will Heal You Ally
Any ele farming builds for the Destroyer Cores and where to farm them for eles?
Chaos_Earth
I've been farming the first wave here for a while to get my chaos gaunts. If you set your heroes up as nukers and flag them (and 4 henchies) in the middle of the map, you can come back in ~5min and you'll have 2-3 cores waiting for you.
X Cytherea X
i shed a tear when i heard the streets of rage intro music (last song on the vid) ;_;
Cherng Butter
I'm guessing Great Dwarf Armor doesn't work well for this run? I can't remember if there are Destroyer Mesmers in the 1st wave..
Ecomancer
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Originally Posted by Cherng Butter
I'm guessing Great Dwarf Armor doesn't work well for this run? I can't remember if there are Destroyer Mesmers in the 1st wave..
Yes there are. Using enchantments that last a while will most likely get shattered. I will be posting a ranger and a mesmer build soonish.
Cherng Butter
I finally figured out a surefire way for a noob-farmer like me to beat the 1st wave...basically use your build, except replace Light of Deldrimor with a cheap heal (Mend Body and Soul or Soothing Memories works well). Mess around with the Destroyers w/ Chemical Acid like you suggested, but when the Dwarves fall, run back to the dragon. Stand aways in front of the Dragon so you get all of the agroo, and happy farming! Use your heal as needed, you should clean house!
Thanks for the build!
Thanks for the build!
Squishy ftw
Thx for sharing this build 
I'll try it out myself when I get back from uni in 6 hours or so
I'll try it out myself when I get back from uni in 6 hours or so
Well99
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Originally Posted by Fried Tech
Destroyer Gauntlets are a high end item for high end (experienced) players.
Handing someone a build to farm with does nothing but hurt in game economics. IMO you should be banned for posting builds on this site.
ANET will see it and say "hey, that looks like a good build to nerf."
THANKS FOR HURTING THE GAME Actually I think people like you hurt the game more than anyone.Games are about fun.The money is not real.Who cares if someone gets the gauntlets or not.Everyone could have them but me and I could give a s@@@ less.If someone gets enjoyment more power to them.It is about haveing fun.Not a job.I get paid for my work.
Handing someone a build to farm with does nothing but hurt in game economics. IMO you should be banned for posting builds on this site.
ANET will see it and say "hey, that looks like a good build to nerf."
THANKS FOR HURTING THE GAME Actually I think people like you hurt the game more than anyone.Games are about fun.The money is not real.Who cares if someone gets the gauntlets or not.Everyone could have them but me and I could give a s@@@ less.If someone gets enjoyment more power to them.It is about haveing fun.Not a job.I get paid for my work.
Woop Shotty
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Originally Posted by Ecomancer
The destroyer core drops are frequent and wield on average 3 per run...
Don't you mean yield actually?
It may take less time, but I had difficulty because of VwK recharge and the rit spikes. I find the E\Mo Obs build a lot less risky and easier. Maybe it takes another minute, but I prefer it.
It may take less time, but I had difficulty because of VwK recharge and the rit spikes. I find the E\Mo Obs build a lot less risky and easier. Maybe it takes another minute, but I prefer it.
HayesA
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Originally Posted by I Will Heal You Ally
Any ele farming builds for the Destroyer Cores and where to farm them for eles?
Yup, the first wave of Glint's Challenge. Using Earth magic. Something like Obs flesh, armour of earth, stoneflesh, gylph of quickness, and silver armour. Although it's a bit harder since you have to watch your enchants, and do the timing correctly. I'm waiting for a Dervish build to surface since I play Dervs a lot more then eles.
Shayne Hawke
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Originally Posted by Ecomancer
I will be posting a ranger... build soonish.
Oooh, can't wait.
To restate a question asked earlier, wouldn't a Rt/Me with Arcane Echo and VwK be just as effective, if not more?
To restate a question asked earlier, wouldn't a Rt/Me with Arcane Echo and VwK be just as effective, if not more?
KANE OG
Well, the OP definately had a good idea, but I think mine is better. Go W/Rit and farm ecto's. I bought my cores and I'm good to go.
KANE
KANE
Turalisj
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Originally Posted by Fried Tech
Destroyer Gauntlets are a high end item for high end (experienced) players.
Handing someone a build to farm with does nothing but hurt in game economics. IMO you should be banned for posting builds on this site.
ANET will see it and say "hey, that looks like a good build to nerf."
THANKS FOR HURTING THE GAME Dude, SHUT THE F*CK UP!
Now... anyone have an assassin build?
Handing someone a build to farm with does nothing but hurt in game economics. IMO you should be banned for posting builds on this site.
ANET will see it and say "hey, that looks like a good build to nerf."
THANKS FOR HURTING THE GAME Dude, SHUT THE F*CK UP!
Now... anyone have an assassin build?
Turalisj
sabriel warmonger
hmm wat about swichn out lod for the battle stand of wisdom?
Linksys
I encourage helping people get more and more Destroyer cores. The more cores taken from the game and sent to the gamers, the lower the prices will be to buy them from others. The lower the price, the better. Make it available to everyone who can reach the Central Transfer Chamber.
Ecomancer
Apologies for not posting the ranger build here. I am currently posting from a library - my broadband connection is downed for the time being (until next week hopefully) and I should be able to post a video guide for the ranger when its up and running.
A lot of people have messaged me with concerns on surviving with this build. As I said, the key here is constantly moving and avoiding those Spirit Rift and Lamentation when IWAY has worn off; saving Endure Pain for the extreme situation where health drops rapidly nearing death. It is also absolutely essential (in my view) to have Air of Superiority. Atleast with AoS there are chances of recharging both Endure Pain and VwK. Do not use Endure Pain if VwK is up as this means that you will not have Endure Pain when VwK is down and you are taking damage. Also, bear in mind that you do actually need to take hits in order for VwK to function. You need to be in the line of the destroyers in order for VwK to work.
Also, make sure your equipment is right for the task. Using minor runes on all armor pieces except for superior/major vigor. All armor pieces should have sentinel insignia.
I will be willing to show hands on (when my connection is up and running) the farm. However, you can at this time contact Eternal Affinity should you wish to see a demonstration or for further clarfication.
Have fun farming.
A lot of people have messaged me with concerns on surviving with this build. As I said, the key here is constantly moving and avoiding those Spirit Rift and Lamentation when IWAY has worn off; saving Endure Pain for the extreme situation where health drops rapidly nearing death. It is also absolutely essential (in my view) to have Air of Superiority. Atleast with AoS there are chances of recharging both Endure Pain and VwK. Do not use Endure Pain if VwK is up as this means that you will not have Endure Pain when VwK is down and you are taking damage. Also, bear in mind that you do actually need to take hits in order for VwK to function. You need to be in the line of the destroyers in order for VwK to work.
Also, make sure your equipment is right for the task. Using minor runes on all armor pieces except for superior/major vigor. All armor pieces should have sentinel insignia.
I will be willing to show hands on (when my connection is up and running) the farm. However, you can at this time contact Eternal Affinity should you wish to see a demonstration or for further clarfication.
Have fun farming.
Hammer Drawn
Tried this in HM - I died almost instantly Is HM even worth using here?
Squishy ftw
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Originally Posted by Hammer Drawn
Tried this in HM - I died almost instantly Is HM even worth using here?
Since I doubt HM increases collectable drops it's not worth it, only the normal item drops will be better/more value. But that's not what this farm is for
Kcp
The mobs in normal mode drop cores like no tomorrow and you can tank them all at once.
The only reason worth trying to farm this in hard mode if for a chance at a Max damage tyrian sickle imo.
The only reason worth trying to farm this in hard mode if for a chance at a Max damage tyrian sickle imo.
Washi
I adjusted that build for my ranger, and it works. Sure it's harder but with a little bit of practice you can make it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04NTujoyLsQ
- Expertise 8+1
- Wildernes Survival 10+1+1
- Restoration Magic 12
5 Stormbound Insignias
Sup Vigor (major will do)
2 Vitae runes
+30hp one handed weapon / +30hp shield with +10 armor against lightning
[skill]Vengeful Was Khanhei[/skill][skill]Troll Unguent[/skill][skill]Zojun's Haste[/skill][skill]Dodge[/skill][skill]Alkar's Alchemical Acid[/skill]
Stay between archer dwarfs and wait till they get wiped. Hit VwK and then throw acid at the biggest group. Now the trick is to time Troll Unguent so it triggers when VwK ends, then you hit dodge (or zojun) and start running in circles untill VwK recharges. Rinse and repeat.
Be sure to stay in the middle and not run away to far cause they will attack the dragon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04NTujoyLsQ
- Expertise 8+1
- Wildernes Survival 10+1+1
- Restoration Magic 12
5 Stormbound Insignias
Sup Vigor (major will do)
2 Vitae runes
+30hp one handed weapon / +30hp shield with +10 armor against lightning
[skill]Vengeful Was Khanhei[/skill][skill]Troll Unguent[/skill][skill]Zojun's Haste[/skill][skill]Dodge[/skill][skill]Alkar's Alchemical Acid[/skill]
Stay between archer dwarfs and wait till they get wiped. Hit VwK and then throw acid at the biggest group. Now the trick is to time Troll Unguent so it triggers when VwK ends, then you hit dodge (or zojun) and start running in circles untill VwK recharges. Rinse and repeat.
Be sure to stay in the middle and not run away to far cause they will attack the dragon.
Hammer Drawn
I guess my question was more if they drop more cores in HM. So instead of 4 perhaps I could be blessed with 6-7 per run 
Turalisj
They don't drop more in HM. Anyone have an assassin build?
tmr819
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Originally Posted by Fried Tech
I have a huge problem with people posting builds in general, wheather it be for farming, pvp, running etc.
If you make a build, keep it to your guild or friends. posting builds helps no one accept the people who are inexperienced, and ANET when they decide to nerf.
My point in short.... give builds to friends, not 5 million ppl I am puzzled by objections to sharing builds. It is not an indication of inexperience to seek ideas and advice when you are facing some challenge or other. In fact I'd say it is just the reverse. More than that, I'd say that is the very point of most of the forums here at Guru. I have learned a lot of useful builds and skill combinations based on the suggestions and advice and debate of other people over what works best in what situations.
Personally, I don't care one whit about Destroyer Cores or farming or the gauntlets (I think they look pretty goofy, frankly ) and probably will never use this build for this purpose, but I appreciate the OP's posting it here and the creativity and skill used to achieve the desired goal. The video was nicely done, too. Good job!
If you make a build, keep it to your guild or friends. posting builds helps no one accept the people who are inexperienced, and ANET when they decide to nerf.
My point in short.... give builds to friends, not 5 million ppl I am puzzled by objections to sharing builds. It is not an indication of inexperience to seek ideas and advice when you are facing some challenge or other. In fact I'd say it is just the reverse. More than that, I'd say that is the very point of most of the forums here at Guru. I have learned a lot of useful builds and skill combinations based on the suggestions and advice and debate of other people over what works best in what situations.
Personally, I don't care one whit about Destroyer Cores or farming or the gauntlets (I think they look pretty goofy, frankly
Hobbs
I've been running this build for a while, I use Lion's Comfort instead of Air of Superiority as I don't want to complete The Path to Revelations (norn rep farming). I'm on 193 cores atm, almost there...
mage767
This build only works in normal-mode.
Does anyone know of a hard-mode version?
Does anyone know of a hard-mode version?
slaponte
I jumped ahead from page 1 to page 4, to thank the OP.
To me other's builds are part of learning the game better. Instead of studying the hundreds of skills, I can study how they put their build together and get to enjoy the game better as I go along. Also, for professions I am not familiar with is a good way to configure your Heroes and learn. Example : I never played necro, yet thanks to good builds posted I have a hero MM and a hero Life sucker, and I use them frequently and have loads of fun.
The alternative is NOT that I would go learn it. The alternative is I wouldn't use them and thus probably enjoy the game less and end up going to play something else.
I came to glint's challenge for the upgrade armor for my heroes, not the cores.. But the cores are nice.
So thanks for the post/build and the video was great. Too bad resolution is poor.
(PS : Could be this or some other reason, Sentinel Insignia right now at 2,200g !! Funny, "Value: 25"
To me other's builds are part of learning the game better. Instead of studying the hundreds of skills, I can study how they put their build together and get to enjoy the game better as I go along. Also, for professions I am not familiar with is a good way to configure your Heroes and learn. Example : I never played necro, yet thanks to good builds posted I have a hero MM and a hero Life sucker, and I use them frequently and have loads of fun.
The alternative is NOT that I would go learn it. The alternative is I wouldn't use them and thus probably enjoy the game less and end up going to play something else.
I came to glint's challenge for the upgrade armor for my heroes, not the cores.. But the cores are nice.
So thanks for the post/build and the video was great. Too bad resolution is poor.
(PS : Could be this or some other reason, Sentinel Insignia right now at 2,200g !! Funny, "Value: 25"
truemyths
If you can post the mesmer version when you can, I'd be extremely grateful
IlikeGW
Nice build. I can do fine with sentinels on just my chest and legs so there's some money saved.