Terra tank

Terra tank is a common type PvE tank build which relies on Earth Magic enchantments.

General principle
Terra tank builds are either designed to draw, hold and survive heavy aggro while nukers kill their attackers, or to survive heavy aggro while using skills such as Sliver Armor to inflict damage back to foes.

Equipment
A weapon of Enchanting and Geomancer Insignia are generally used. A shield or off-hand with +10 armor vs earth damage can also be used for further damage reduction.

Skills
Terra tank builds rely on Earth Magic enchantments, such as Armor of Earth, Obsidian Flesh and Stoneflesh Aura for defense. Glyph of Concentration is commonly used to prevent interruption and Grasping Earth is commonly used as a snare.

A Mesmer secondary profession is often used, utilizing Mantra of Earth and Stone Striker for more damage reduction and to make up for the energy degeneration of Obsidian Flesh.