In Guild Wars 2 characters cannot select a secondary profession, but each profession has a wide variety of weapons available for their use with both melee and ranged options. Rangers in Guild Wars are sleek looking individuals who primarily use bows, but can select a secondary profession that allows them to use their weapon skills with limited effectiveness. See also: Final Fantasy character classes § Hunter/Archer/Ranger Rangers in the Guild Wars franchise Some noteworthy fictional rangers are Drizzt Do'Urden and Hank in the Dungeons and Dragons animated television series. However, good rangers will often act as the guardians of others - whether appreciated or not - by repelling "evil" forces and protecting the weak. Rangers tend to prefer the company of fellow rangers, and they are extensively trained. In addition, rangers have access to divine magic and an animal companion to aid them in battle. They may also gain defensive bonuses within certain terrains through the choosing of a "Favored Environment" (such as Desert, Forest or Urban) that stacks with their "Favored Enemy" this further illustrates their cunning. Exploration is what rangers specialize in. Rangers gain offensive bonuses against certain creatures through the choosing of a "Favored Enemy" (such as giants, dragons or undead). In Dungeons & Dragons, rangers typically worship a nature god or goddess, and they take a role similar to druids by protecting nature and slaying foul creatures. Main article: Ranger (Dungeons & Dragons) Ability to move quickly through any terrain they are familiar with.Land and nature related magic and enchantments or the ability to recognize them or resistance to them.The art of healing (magical or medical) due to their self-reliance.Knowledge of herbs for medical and poisonous uses.
Taming, calming or charming animals often they may be accompanied by a favored animal companion.Use in martial combat weapons, often swords, axes, and daggers oftentimes they may dual-wield such weapons and rely on finesse over brute strength.Combat expertise with bows and other ranged weapons, often the result of years hunting wild animals.Rangers skills in books and games can include and are not limited to: