Crafting Guide

Everything you need to know about crafting in Guild Wars 2. From professions to profit strategies.

What is Crafting?

Crafting in Guild Wars 2 is a way to create objects, weapons, armor, and consumables. It's an excellent way to earn gold and obtain items for your character.

Learn more crafting concepts in the Glossary

Crafting Benefits

  • • Create items for personal use
  • • Sell items on the Trading Post
  • • Complete collections and achievements
  • • Gain level experience

Basic Tips

  • • Start with a profession you like
  • • Buy materials when they're cheap
  • • Check prices before crafting
  • • Use profit calculators