The Predator: The One-Shot Specialist
The Predator is exactly what it sounds like. By mixing Ranger with Rogue, you get the ability to engage on your terms. You are the terror of the open world gatherers.
The Synergy: Ranger + Rogue
You gain access to the Shadow school of augments. Note: As a secondary Rogue, you don’t get “Perma-Stealth” like a main Rogue, but you likely get Camouflage or Vanish mechanics.
- The Opener:
- Headshot -> Ambush Snipe: Guaranteed critical hit if attacking from out of combat/stealth.
- The Escape:
- Disengage -> Smoke Screen: Leap back and leave a cloud that breaks target lock.
The Gank Loop
- Stalk: Find a target fighting a mob (or mining).
- Position: Take the high ground.
- Execute: Open with your full burst macro.
- Vanish: If they don’t die, disappear and reset.
Weaknesses
If you get caught. A Predator has sacrificed the sustain of a Soulbow and the raw DPS of a Hawkeye for Burst and Stealth. If the fight drags on past 10 seconds, you are losing.