The ranger is the only class in Guild Wars 2 that contains the ability to possess a companion. These companions can range from cute-looking animals to ferocious beasts, capable of attacking on cue. With eleven distinctive animal families to choose from, locating the best animal for the highest DPS is a matter of choosing the right ranger pets. Although it should be noted that each player has their preferences when choosing the right pet. Some players may choose the pet based on its cosmetic appearance, while others will choose the correct pet (in their legitimate opinion) based on its stats.
Naturally, the best damage dealer is the Ranger once the correct ability rotations are implemented. Although keep in mind that the Ranger can become a viable warrior, however, don’t expect the Ranger to hit enemies like a Guardian. Lightly armored for maximum flexibility, the Ranger class requires a helping leg, wing, or tail.
Listed below are the potential candidates that can possibly contain the highest DPS rate:
Hyena: This fearsome canine is said to unleash some of the highest DPS in the game. According to several players, the hyena has the ability to summon its own companion into battle using an ability called, howl of the pack. With the second hyena in play, both canines unleash attacks on your target. Using the F2 button, the hyena charges at the enemy dealing considerable damage, which is one of the main strengths of this canine.
Lynx: One of the animals of the cat family. The argument goes that the lynx possesses an equally high DPS rate, but without a graph to measure the damage, the double hyenas continue to pack a punch. However, keep in mind that the Lynx is capable of firmly biting down on the enemy and causing them to bleed with abilities like Maul and Rendering Pounce. In speculation, the lynx contains a high-precision attribute that makes this feline always lock on targets.
Eagle: Attacking from the air, the eagle is capable of unleashing devastating attacks with high crits and extra bleed damage. The eagle’s unique primary ability is Slashing Slash.
Depending on which type players are most comfortable with, there are a number of pets that players can insert into slot machines. When it comes down to it, it depends solely on the Ranger’s build and how to effectively use his pets in combat. By reading a beginner’s guide online, like this one, new players can get a better idea of what to expect when playing the ranger class.
