GW Reforged to GW2: HoM Rewards & Skins Transfer

The launch of Guild Wars Reforged has reignited passion for Tyria's origins, bridging two eras of epic adventures. Imagine channeling the raw power of classic weapons and armor into your GW2 wardrobe, or commanding legendary ranger companions straight from the old campaigns. This guide walks you through every step to make that crossover happen seamlessly. If you're diving in, consider bookmarking this for your journey and checking out our Guild Wars Reforged Shop for quick boosts like Platinum, Armbrace of Truth, ECTO, Z-KEY, and other essentials.

Exclusive Rewards: What Reforged Unlocks in GW2

Playing Guild Wars Reforged fills the Hall of Monuments (HoM) with your accomplishments, earning points that translate to unique cosmetics in Guild Wars 2. Reach 30 points to claim everything—no more, no less needed for the full set. These account-wide rewards appear in your wardrobe for free application, letting any character wield them.

Heritage Armor sets evoke the vanilla warrior aesthetic of early Tyria: rugged textures for light, medium, and heavy weights. Additional pieces like the Baroque Mask or Icelord's Diadem add flair for specific builds.

Ranger pets stand out as chase rewards, each unlocked at milestones:

Miniatures like the Mini Orange Tabby Cat or Mini Rockfur Raccoon provide charming collection pieces.

Weapons shine brightest—iconic designs with fiery effects, crystalline glows, and draconic motifs. Here's the complete lineup by category:

These transfer the essence of Reforged's campaigns directly into GW2 battles.

Account Setup: Linking Reforged to Your GW2 Legacy

Before quests, ensure your accounts sync. HoM progress only flows from a linked Guild Wars Reforged account to GW2.

Steam Users: Match platforms. GW2 on Steam? Buy Reforged via Steam post-Dec 3, 2025, for auto-linking. Non-Steam GW2? Use ArenaNet purchase. Pre-existing Steam GW1 won't link to non-Steam GW2—repurchase if needed. Verify linkage on hom.guildwars2.com by entering a GW1 character name.

Kickstarting Your HoM Journey in Reforged

Purchase Eye of the North (EotN) expansion—inexpensive and essential for HoM access. It opens the hall after initial quests.

Optimal campaign sequence maximizes hero recruitment and power early:

1. Eye of the North: Quick primary path unlocks HoM statues.

2. Nightfall: Strong heroes and PvE skills.

3. Factions: Efficient progression, key locations.

4. Prophecies: Final unlocks for armors and missions.

Aim for Protector titles (complete primary/secondary objectives + one elite mission per campaign) in at least two. Easy elites: Sorrow's Furnace, Fissure of Woe. Recruit 13+ heroes (upgrade armors via drops/farming), charm rare pets, craft prestige armors (Vabbian, Obsidian, Elite Luxon/Kurzick), and grab special weapons (Destroyer cheapest to craft). Wiki guides detail min-max paths, but savor the story—Reforged's visuals and controls make it fresh.

Step-by-Step: Prophecies Playthrough for Early Progress

Prophecies kicks off your adventure. Focus on bonuses for instant HoM credit.

• Pre-Searing Ascalon: Idyllic starting zone—explore side quests for immersion and skills. Experiment with primary/secondary professions (e.g., Warrior/Necromancer for tanky debuffs). Lock in wisely; mid-campaign change possible but limited. Farm collector armor from drops—superior to starters for an edge.

• Searing Transition: Cataclysm hits. Grab henchmen (healer, mage, archer for melee mains) via party invite. Enemies hit harder—manage attributes (e.g., Swordsmanship for damage, Curses for debuffs). Preview changes by hovering skills.

• Explore for free skills/gold (ID loot, vendor sales), or skip quests and buy from trainers (costs platinum). Prioritize missions:

Teleport to missions (P key for parties), fill with players or henchmen. Wiki lists bonuses—retry if missed. Group play shines; veterans know paths. Progress yields early statues, building momentum.

Advanced HoM: Heroes, Pets, Armors, and Endgame Grinds

Once campaigns wrap up, dive into endgame to rack up the remaining points toward that sweet 30-point cap. This phase unlocks the juiciest GW2 cosmetics like ranger pets and prestige weapon skins, blending Reforged's gritty challenges with GW2 flair. Focus on four monuments: Fellowship (heroes/pets), Resilience (armors), Valor (weapons), and polishing Honor/Devotion. Casual play hits 30 naturally—guides make it weeks, not months.

Fellowship Monument: Recruit and Upgrade Heroes, Charm Rare Pets

Earn up to 8 points by displaying 30 companions (heroes + pets), but start with 9 heroes for 6 early points. Recruit via campaign progression (Eye of the North first for quick wins), then upgrade armors on each—farm remnants from dungeons like Slavers' Exile (Deldrimor) or Domain of Anguish (Primeval). M.O.X. skips upgrades; skip Keiran Thackeray, Miku, Zei Ri.

Rare pets double-dip statues: Charm Black Moa (Prophecies), Black Widow (Underworld), Imperial Phoenix (pay or quest). Level to 20 via AFK death-leveling (equip, enter low-level area, let die repeatedly—15 mins tops). These fuel GW2's Juvenile Black Moa (15 pts), Rainbow Jellyfish (20), White Raven (25), Black Widow Spider (30)—pure cosmetic chase rewards with zero stat edges.

Resilience Monument: Craft 5 Prestige Armor Sets

Secure 5 points (up to 8 max) with 5 sets: one each from Elite Luxon/Kurzick, Vabbian, Obsidian (headpieces optional). Farm ectoplasm in Underworld runs, obsidian shards in Fissure of Woe—budget ~670k gold total, skippable by buying mats. These display as rugged statues, nodding to Reforged's endgame grind.

Valor Monument: Snag Iconic Weapons

Grab 4-5 points with 1 Destroyer (cheapest—craft in Slavers' Exile), 1 Oppressor (War in Kryta medals from quests/supplies), and extras. Tormented? Splurgey (Domain of Anguish gemstones), but skip for efficiency. These fiery, crystalline blades carry straight to GW2 wardrobes.

Honor Boosts: Titles and Elites

Polish with Protector titles (all primaries/secondaries +1 elite per campaign—Sorrow's Furnace/Fissure easiest), Zaishen (farm 200 keys in Heroes' Ascent), or Cartographer (full maps). Elites add statues instantly. 30 points flow in casually—no 90-hero myth, just smart farming.

FAQs on Guild Wars Reforged and Guild Wars 2

1. Do I need all 50 HoM points?

No—30 points unlocks every GW2 cosmetic, including full Heritage Armor sets, all 15 weapon skins, 4 ranger pets, and minis. The extra 20 points only grant vanity titles like "Legendary Cartographer" or "Closer to the Stars," perfect for completionists but skippable for cosmetics.

2. Can Steam GW2 accounts get Reforged HoM rewards?

Yes—purchase Guild Wars Reforged via Steam (post-Dec 3, 2025) for automatic linking to your Steam GW2 account. ArenaNet GW2 requires ArenaNet Reforged purchase. Mismatch? Progress won't transfer; verify at account.arena.net/content before buying.

3. Are Reforged HoM pets stronger in GW2?

No—purely cosmetic with identical stats to wild GW2 pets. Juvenile Black Moa (15 pts) excels in melee bursts, Rainbow Jellyfish (20 pts) in aquatic blasts, White Raven (25 pts) for air mobility, and Black Widow Spider (30 pts) for venom DoTs. Collect for style, not power.

4. How long to reach 30 HoM points as a newbie?

1-4 weeks with wiki guides and groups (campaigns + farms); 1-3 months leisurely, savoring story. Prioritize EotN (quick 3-5 pts), then Nightfall/Factions for heroes. Speedrunners hit 30 in days via LFG elites.

5. What if I miss a mission bonus?

Replay anytime—progress is account-wide and permanent. Use LFG (P key) for groups; wiki details bonuses (e.g., armor retrieval in Great Northern Wall). No timers or resets.

6. Do I need Eye of the North for HoM?

Absolutely—EotN is required to access the Hall and start quests. Inexpensive (~$10-15), buy via store post-campaigns. Unlocks initial statues and ties into GW2 rewards.

7. What's the optimal campaign order for 30 points?

Eye of the North first (fast heroes), Nightfall/Factions next (strong companions), Prophecies last (elite missions). Reverses chrono order for early power spikes and 90% progress before endgame.

8. Can old GW1 progress transfer to Reforged HoM?

Yes—if linked pre-Reforged. Legacy accounts auto-migrate; verify at hom.guildwars2.com. New Reforged starts fresh, but old HoM carries over seamlessly.

9. How much gold for endgame HoM grinds?

~1-2m total: 500-700k armors (ectos/shards), 200-500k weapons (Destroyer cheapest), 100-300k heroes/pets. Farm Underworld/Fissure or buy mats—trade post prices fluctuate.

10. Are there changes to HoM in Reforged?

Core system identical: same points, rewards, monuments. Reforged adds modern controls/UI, controller support, and Steam integration for easier access—no reward tweaks.

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