Ooh, fun! I've been away from GW2 for ~5 years, so I didn't know about Holosmith. Lasers!? Yes please! I see you're referencing the "thermal release valve" trait skill - that could be fun! Thanks! Maybe I'll try to unlock that - it looks like a long-term goal though.
Yes, I selected "explosive entrance" as the replacement trait skill, but it felt disappointing after the fun cake of death. Maybe "thermal release valve" will bring back more fun. 🙂