Can you Craft Ascended Gear for Other People?
Crafted ascended gear, considered the pinnacle of progression in Guild Wars 2, is a highly coveted resource among players. Ascended gear is account-bound and cannot be traded directly to other players. So, what are the options if a player wants to get crafted ascended gear for a friend or guild mate?
Direct Answer: Unfortunately, no, players cannot craft ascended gear specifically for other people.
However, there are workarounds and alternatives that we will explore in this article.
Crafted Grandmaster Marks
As detailed in the article on Guild Wars 2 forums, Grandmaster Marks are one of the ways to exchange for ascended gear at certain vendors. But to craft these marks, one needs to have ascended armor recipes and Exotic Inscription recipes. These recipes require materials from Recipe Book: Grandmaster Craftsman’s Components, which can be obtained from BLING-9009, Ascended Armor League Vendor, Ascended Weapon League Vendor or Skirmish Supervisor. A player must also reach Level 500 crafting discipline in the respective crafting trade skills.
Crafting As a Service
Several popular crafting services have arisen among the Guild Wars 2 community. These services are usually offered by dedicated craftsmen who have obtained the necessary recipes and items needed to craft ascended gear. These services range from crafting specific items or groups of items to completing crafting orders for players who prefer not to craft themselves. Players can negotiate a price for these services based on the complexity and materials required.
| Type of Service | Required Skill | Materials Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Crafting As-a-Service | – Any crafting trade skill Level 500 | – As described in Recipe Book: Grandmaster Craftsman’s Components |
| Crafting Material Gatherer | – Mastery III in relevant gathering skills (e.g., Foraging, Mining) | – Rare and exotic gathering nodes |
Donations to Crafting Services
Crafting services often require various crafting components, including ascended components, to complete tasks efficiently. Players who use these services can make significant donations to the services as a token of gratitude and support. Some craftsmen may also consider smaller donations as a good measure of their work while allowing them to continue growing as a service.
| Item | Description | Potential Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Coins | In-game gold | – Increased trading or crafting efficiency |
| Luxon/KurzICK Tokens | In-game reputation tokens | – Crafting slot bonuses or increased service hours |
| Ascended Recipes | Rare and high-difficulty crafting recipes | – Access to hard-to-obtain crafting patterns |
| Crafting Materials | Hard-to-find crafting materials, such as rare leather strips or gemstones | – Increased crafting speed, additional crafting slots, or extra crafting attempts |
Raiding and LFM (Looking for Mature) Groups
Another possible means of obtaining ascended gear is through raiding with a group of seasoned players. Raiders often share their accumulated materials and knowledge with members who contribute to the guild and participate in raids regularly. Joining Lookin for Mature (LFM) groups or even trading with other players are both viable options for gathering a group of skilled gamers interested in sharing resources. Joining a raid or engaging in a LFM requires a strong understanding of teamwork, communication, and basic game mechanics.
In this article, we discussed alternative methods for obtaining crafted ascended gear for yourself and others. While not the most direct approach, it is possible to trade donated materials, crafting recipes, or even offer cash assistance to dedicated craftsmen, who can then exchange this support for crafted goods on your behalf. When possible, joining raid or LFMs groups can bring people with shared interests together while ensuring a more collaborative community growth.
Conclusion
Directly crafting ascended gear for other players may be impossible, but workarounds and alternatives enable access to these highly prized materials. Crafting services provide support for players who have spare items or materials, raid groups foster a sense of belonging and shared knowledge. Additionally, donating to established craftsmen or contributing your unique skills to a craft-loving community can lead to rich rewards and lasting memories with fellow players. With that knowledge, you can strategically use your resources to better shape your Guild Wars 2 experience.