s/d dd viable in spvp/wvw?

[Dido.9148]

Never tried the build and couldn't really find an up to date one. How is s/d for pvp in terms of viability? can it compete as well as d/p right now?

[saerni.2584]

Depends on what you mean by viable.

I don't play it. Most thieves I run into aren't playing it. But I've run into good thieves using S/D that are really dangerous and slippery to fight.

Give it a try and then let us know how it goes :)

[Fat Disgrace.4275]

S/d is a bit "easier" than d/p in regards to picking of zerglings or them cloud fights around objectives because of the port back, but it can be a bit harder to actually duel/kill compitent people though since you are always visable and a lot of people can predict what's going to happen whe you engage, also first part of #3 locks you in an animation so you will be subsequently set up for a cc/burst.

But s/d is more fun, spamming stealth is kinda boring on d/p lol

[Jugglemonkey.8741]

If you're talking thief vs thief, D/P will usually be stronger because of blinds, target breaks and better spike damage. If you're talking thief vs everything else, both have their pros and cons and it largely comes down to what you prefer, although target breaks are still significant vs good opponents as has already been said.

[kash.9213]

D/p off hand probably has better response to what you need to shut down fast in spvp. I mostly play WvW and I still end up going back to s/d for every one of that kits skill slots. In WvW maps, I'd also want to have s/?, shortbow, or rifle for Death's Retreat to scale obstacles. Shadow Shot can climb a small ledge or something similar once in awhile but it's too hit or miss.