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{{DISPLAYTITLE: Getting started with DoA: MLK}}
=Introduction=
This guide will take you through the steps you should take if you are interested in learning DoA. It assumes you already have a mesmer at the DoA outpost and are somewhat familiar with how the game works.

Though not required, it is also recommended that you install [https://haskha.github.io/GWToolboxpp/ toolbox] and familiarize yourself with at least the pcons popper.

Because the [[MLK]] role is the easiest to grasp, and is attached to the [[TT]], it's commonly used to teach beginners in DoA.

=PvE skills and titles=
Get these skills and raise the rank in the corresponding titles to 5:

{{Skillbarskill|You Move Like a Dwarf}} {{Skillbarskill|Ebon Escape}}

There is no requirement for Lightbringer rank, but remember to always [https://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Lightbringer <b>display</b>] it and make sure it shows up in your effects monitor. Always take the [https://wiki.guildwars.com/wiki/Anguish_Hunt <b>bounty</b>] if you're not max rank.

When moving on to other roles, you will need some additional PvE skills:

{{Skillbarskill|Pain Inverter}} {{Skillbarskill|Finish Him}} {{Skillbarskill|I Am Unstoppable}} {{Skillbarskill|Air of Superiority}}

=Equipment=
Take extra care to properly acquire all the required equipment to ensure that your build is performing properly.

==Armor==
====Required====

{| style="background-color:#ffffff; width: 40%; text-align:left;"
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|Normal spiking set:
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|High health set:
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
|https://i.imgur.com/xhD7tj5.png
|https://i.imgur.com/rCSlmBQ.png
|}

==Weapons==
If you don't have a demon shield it's likely that someone in your team has one to give away.

====Required====

{| style="background-color:#ffffff; width: 40%; text-align:left;"
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|40/40 set:
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|High energy set:
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|Shield set:
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|Any long- or flatbow:
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
|https://i.imgur.com/jx11pJi.png
|https://i.imgur.com/5Ix7HYe.png
|https://i.imgur.com/mNf0K5r.png
|https://i.imgur.com/gnL1vqp.png
|}

====Recommended====

{| style="background-color:#ffffff; width: 40%; text-align:left;"
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|Energy hiding weapon:
! scope="col" style="background: #efefef;|Bonus armor weapon:
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
|https://i.imgur.com/qDmvupO.png
|https://i.imgur.com/icJzXmx.png
|}

==Consumables==
If you are low on money and can't afford everything you need, ask your team. They will likely be able to fill in the gaps for your first few runs.

{| class="wikitable" style="background-color:#ffffcc; width: 40%;" cellpadding="10;"
! scope="col"| Required
! scope="col"| Recommended
! scope="col"| Optional
|-
|Cupcakes
|Pumpkin Pies
|Drake Kabobs
|-
|Candy Apples
|Lunar Fortunes
|Skalefin Soups
|-
|Candy Corns
|Throwaway summoning stones (Legio)
|Pahnai Salads
|-
|Golden Eggs
|Ghastly Summoning Stones
|Powerstones/Dragon Seals
|-
|War Supplies
|
|Imperial Guards
|-
|Res Scrolls
|
|
|-
|<b>Personal</b> DP removal
|
|
|-
|Tengu Support Flares
|
|
|}

=Practice=
Read the [[DoA Spiking Guide]]. It will provide you with some basic knowledge about spiking and the skills used.

As a spiker in DoA, knowing the difference between cast- and aggro range is vital. Practice casting after moving into range instead of queueing your skills.
Since your first role will be [[MLK]], it's also important that you are able to find the [[Glitch Spot|glitch spot]] used in Veil.

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If you have an hour, watch [https://youtu.be/jI__3Xc4iKY this in-depth walkthrough] by Livia.

=Finding a team=
The [https://discord.gg/RnuUBeP Speedclear Alliance discord] has a channel dedicated to new players looking to learn. Write a message there, stating your IGN and that you're interested in DoA.

You will very likely be required to install [https://www.teamspeak.com/en/downloads/ TS3] for communication.