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The Asura - Guild Wars 2 Mighty Midgets!Without a doubt the Asura were one of the big hits to come out of previous Guild Wars games, being introduced in the Eye of the North (EOTN) expansion. In Guild Wars 2 they have evolved even further!Originally a subterranean race, the Asura were driven to the surface during the time the Great Destroyer was wreaking havoc in EOTN. Now the Asura have acclimatised to life aboveground, creating massive cities that exist both above and below the surface. They are an incredibly intelligent race, using their magic and crafting skills to expand their presence in the know world. At the end of the EOTN period, with the Dwarven race ceasing to exist as it previously had, the Asura became the foremost crafters in Tyria, their abilities and skills instantly invaluable. In Guild Wars 2 the Asura have created a complex new society throughout the Maguuma Jungle area of Tyria, constructing massive Rata Sum-like cities in which to live and prosper. They've established good relations with every other intelligent race on Tyria, integrating into society where it suits them, but always remaining neutral during any conflicts by careful manipulation of information and relationships. Although the Asura have learned to appreciate the skills and talents of other races, particularly the "bookahs", they still hold true to their sense of society. Asura life is based around the study of the Eternal Alchemy, an all-encompassing metaphysical theory that they analyze in their great research institutions - the College of Statics, Dynamics, and Synergetics. They have no defined or organised government structure, preferring instead to create "Krewes" to tackle specific tasks where they will follow the most experienced leader for the duration of each task. While short in stature, the Asura lack nothing in the confidence department. Those unaccustomed to their manner often find them condescending and abrasive as the Asura believe they are destined to rule the larger, less intelligent races of the world (that's every being that ISN'T Asuran  ). Humans, in particular, are viewed as being quite useful for heavy lifting and dangerous tasks. In general terms, the Asura view other races as simple tools to be used to achieve success in Asuran schemes.In Guild Wars 2 the Asura use their magical skill to create magnificent invetions such as Servitor Golems, Blasting Rods and Asura Gates. They have installed these Gates in major cities to provide safe passage from city to city and to promote trade. However, they zealously retain control of these gates, maintaining their trade routes and their neutrality, always keeping themselves on the edges of disputes and wars. It is no coincidence that the Asuran cities are built far away from the popular travel routes where they can perform their experiments in complete privacy, or with utter secrecy, always searching for new magics and new powers to control. Those powers will soon be needed, as in Guild Wars 2 the Asura will face their greatest fears and their most deadly challenge. 
More videos and detailed, up-to-date information on the Asura can be found here... The Asura in Guild Wars 2. |
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