Tactics (gameplay)

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:Disambig icon.png This article is about gameplay tactics. For the warrior attribute of the same name, see Tactics.

Tactics refers to organization of actions made by players during a battle. Some also use the term to refer to strategies arranged prior to encountering the enemy (espcially in response to the metagame).

A good player prepares for battle by choosing relevant builds and organizing their team, but they must also choose the best techniques during combat based on events as they unfold. Good PvE players know whether to pull or just draw aggro, PvP players need to know how and when to split, and everyone should know the difference between kiting and running away.

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Team roles (edit)
Type General team roles Specific team roles Hero team roles
Damage SpikerNuker BomberDagger spammerTouch rangerStarbursterTrapper
Pressure Lineback BarragerBeast masterCripshot RangerPressure Ranger
Support HealerProtection BatteryBonderFlag runnerHybrid monkImbagonInfuserOrders
Control ShutdownTank Minion masterPermaSpirit spammer Mesmer Midline
Utility CallerToolbox Gimmick