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-{{http://www.mmominion.com/images/majestic/logo.png}}+<color #AB9D66>**Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)**</color>
  
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 +...written and maintained by Aardvark.
 +
 +[[https://discord.gg/npFXSUz| Discord Server]]
  
 ====== Guild Wars 2 ====== ====== Guild Wars 2 ======
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 Guild Wars 2 has been around since 2012, but it's still going strong! Guild Wars 2 has been around since 2012, but it's still going strong!
  
-ArenNet is currently finishing up The Icebrood Saga for us, which is also known as Season 5.+ArenNet just finished up The Icebrood Saga for us, which is also known as Season 5.
  
 {{youtube>cSD2aXhfCIE?medium}} {{youtube>cSD2aXhfCIE?medium}}
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- 
 Looking ahead, the GW2 Expansion Pack 3 is in active development! Looking ahead, the GW2 Expansion Pack 3 is in active development!
  
   * [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Guild_Wars_2:_Third_expansion|Guild_Wars_2:_Third_expansion]]   * [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Guild_Wars_2:_Third_expansion|Guild_Wars_2:_Third_expansion]]
-  * [[https://massivelyop.com/2020/03/12/guild-wars-2-just-announced-its-third-expansion-and-it-looks-like-cantha/|Guild Wars 2: Expansion 3 - Cantha]]+  * [[https://massivelyop.com/2020/03/12/guild-wars-2-just-announced-its-third-expansion-and-it-looks-like-cantha/|Guild Wars 2: Expansion 3 - End of Dragons]] 
 + 
 +{{youtube>eBD807HxU2w?medium}} 
 +\\ 
 +Further, Guild Wars 2 is being released on Steam!  This has been pushed back and will occur after the Expansion Pack 3 release. 
 + 
 +This platform puts the game in front of over 20 million PC gamers and is sure to make Guild Wars 2 the biggest MMORPG ever. 
 + 
 +  * [[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1284210/Guild_Wars_2/|Guild Wars 2 on Steam]]
 ===== Huge Advantages ===== ===== Huge Advantages =====
  
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   * No monthly subscription fees.   * No monthly subscription fees.
   * Free-to-play accounts allow you to reach the maximum level.   * Free-to-play accounts allow you to reach the maximum level.
-  * A max-level booster is awarded when you upgrade your free account to paid by buying Path of Fire. (aka PoF / Expansion 2) [[https://tinyurl.com/y9vxuf29|Kinguin]] [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Level-80_Boost|Level-80 Boost]]+  * A max-level booster is awarded when you upgrade your free account to paid by buying Path of Fire. (aka PoF / Expansion 2) [[https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/#UnitedStates-physical|Retailers]] [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Level-80_Boost|Level-80 Boost]]
   * Player-vs-Environment (PvE), Player-vs-Player (PvP) and World-vs-World (WvW) content.   * Player-vs-Environment (PvE), Player-vs-Player (PvP) and World-vs-World (WvW) content.
-  * Extremely low cover-charge for paid accounts. Upgrading your free account to Path of Fire costs only about $15-$20 when you buy a "CD Key" online, and automatically gives you the Heart of Thorns expansion. [[https://tinyurl.com/y9vxuf29|Kinguin]]+  * Extremely low cover-charge for paid accounts. Upgrading your free account to Path of Fire costs only about $15-$20 when you buy a "CD Key" online, and automatically gives you the Heart of Thorns expansion. [[https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/#UnitedStates-physical|Retailers]]
   * The Guild Wars 2 player base is HUGE and it has remained among the top-10 MMO's. [[https://mmo-population.com/r/guildwars2|MMO Populations]]   * The Guild Wars 2 player base is HUGE and it has remained among the top-10 MMO's. [[https://mmo-population.com/r/guildwars2|MMO Populations]]
-  * Almost no bans! ArenaNet will almost always suspend accounts rather than issuing permanent "bans". If you get caught cheating, suspension times usually start at a week or two, and progress to a maximum of nine months after you've been caught cheating many times. Those who purchase gems seem to have reduced suspension times, so you should do that even if for no other reason than to support the game. [[https://tinyurl.com/y9vxuf29|Kinguin]]+  * Almost no bans! ArenaNet will almost always suspend accounts rather than issuing permanent "bans". If you get caught cheating, suspension times usually start at a week or two, and progress to a maximum of nine months after you've been caught cheating many times. Those who purchase gems seem to have reduced suspension times, so you should do that even if for no other reason than to support the game. [[https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/#UnitedStates-physical|Retailers]]
  
 These advantages make choosing GW2 as your MMORPG an easy decision for everyone. These advantages make choosing GW2 as your MMORPG an easy decision for everyone.
  
 +**IMPORTANT NOTES**
 +
 +  * **<color #ed1c24>If you have access to a VPN, please connect ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF EUROPE before making any Minion key or addon purchases to avoid VAT tax. </color>** [[https://tinyurl.com/yajwypre|Private Internet Access]] **<color #ed1c24> is cheap, easy, allows up to 10 connections per account and offers a 7-day money-back guarantee.</color>**
 +  * **<color #ed1c24>Please use crypto to pay for Minion keys or addons for a 5% discount! </color>** [[https://tinyurl.com/CoinBaseDiscount|CoinBase]] **<color #ed1c24>is easiest to use and you get $10 of free Crypto for signing up!</color>**
 ===== Beginner's Guide ===== ===== Beginner's Guide =====
  
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   * [[https://help.guildwars2.com/hc/en-us/articles/230165307-Guild-Wars-2-Account-Types-Free-Core-HoT-PoF|GW2 Account Types]]   * [[https://help.guildwars2.com/hc/en-us/articles/230165307-Guild-Wars-2-Account-Types-Free-Core-HoT-PoF|GW2 Account Types]]
  
-It's best to spend a few bucks to upgrade your Free-To-Play accounts immediately with cheap CD Keys purchased online. This will start the timer towards removing restrictions, as the restrictions are not lifted immediately upon upgrade. [[https://tinyurl.com/y9vxuf29|Kinguin]]+It's best to spend a few bucks to upgrade your Free-To-Play accounts immediately with cheap CD Keys purchased online. This will start the timer towards removing restrictions, as the restrictions are not lifted immediately upon upgrade. [[https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/#UnitedStates-physical|Retailers]]
  
 ===== How can I safely and anonymously upgrade accounts? ===== ===== How can I safely and anonymously upgrade accounts? =====
  
-You can Google "GW2 CD Key", which will return sites like [[https://tinyurl.com/y9vxuf29|Kinguin]]. +Get your GW2 "CD Keys" from an official retailer. [[https://www.guildwars2.com/en/retailers/#UnitedStates-physical|Retailers]]
- +
-Popular Searches: +
-  * Guild Wars 2 Path of Fire Digital +
-  * Guild Wars 2 Path of Fire Digital Deluxe +
-  * Guild Wars 2 Heart of Thorns +
-  * Guild Wars 2 2000 Gems Code +
-  * Guild Wars 2 1200 Gems Code+
  
 You should also use these sites to buy 2000 Gem Cards when you need gems, so that you remain anonymous. You should also use these sites to buy 2000 Gem Cards when you need gems, so that you remain anonymous.
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 ===== How many accounts and keys do I need to buy? ===== ===== How many accounts and keys do I need to buy? =====
  
-You want one Minion account and one key per GW2 account that will be botting simultaneously.+You want one single Minion account under which all your bots will run. 
 + 
 +You'll then need one Minion key per GW2 account that will be botting simultaneously.
  
 Licensing Option 1 (multiple keys, botting simultaneously) Licensing Option 1 (multiple keys, botting simultaneously)
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         * Minion Key 1         * Minion Key 1
           * Schedule: Bots from 16:00 to 00:00 (4pm - 12am)           * Schedule: Bots from 16:00 to 00:00 (4pm - 12am)
 +
 +===== Keeping Track of Accounts =====
 +
 +Maintain a text file with all of your account information.
 +
 +You may need any or all of this information to re-claim an account or work with ArenaNet customer service, and it increases the sale price significantly should you sell your GW2 account later on.
 +
 +__Example Text File__
 +
 +  * MMOMinion Login
 +  * MMOMinion Password
 +
 +  * GW2 E-mail #1 (e.g. castrowalker@outlook.com)
 +  * GW2 Password #1 (e.g. p455w0rD)
 +  * GW2 Account Name #1 (e.g. castrowalker.9999)
 +  * GW2 Character Name #1 (e.g. Mrs Cla Castrowalker)
 +  * GW2 CD KEY #1 (e.g. 12345-12345-1234-123-123456)
 +  * GW2 #1 Minion Key (e.g. GW2abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890)
 +
 +  * GW2 E-mail #2 (e.g. walladazzle@outlook.com)
 +  * GW2 Password #2 (e.g. p455w0rD)
 +  * GW2 Account Name #2 (e.g. walladazzle.7777)
 +  * GW2 Character Name #2 (e.g. Walladazzle)
 +  * GW2 CD KEY #2 (e.g. 12345-12345-1234-123-123456)
 +  * GW2 #2 Minion Key (e.g. GW2abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz1234567890)
 +
 +__Additional Pro Tips__
 +
 +  * Create e-mail addresses specifically for the accounts. Do not use your personal e-mail address.
 +  * Add all of the e-mail accounts to a single mail app on your phone so they're checked regularly and kept active. (e.g. BlueMail)
 +  * Do not use similar e-mail addresses across accounts.
 +  * Do not use similar character names across accounts.
 +  * You can use the same password for all of the GW2 accounts for convenience. They do not link accounts together that happen to have the same password.
  
 ====== Purchases and Trials ====== ====== Purchases and Trials ======
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   * Nahimic for MSI   * Nahimic for MSI
   * Raptr Software   * Raptr Software
-  * Razor Software+  * Razer Software
   * ReShade   * ReShade
   * Guru3D RTSS Rivatuner Statistics Server   * Guru3D RTSS Rivatuner Statistics Server
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 ===== Game crashes on startup or attach ===== ===== Game crashes on startup or attach =====
  
 +  - Turn off DirectX 11 in the GW2 game options. GW2Minion is not yet compatible with DX11.
   - Trying deleting your \GW2\Bin64 folder, which will be regenerated the next time you start the game.  This removes all incompatible 3rd party DirectX hooks.   - Trying deleting your \GW2\Bin64 folder, which will be regenerated the next time you start the game.  This removes all incompatible 3rd party DirectX hooks.
   - Minion isn't compatible with Windows Insider builds.  Don't attempt to run Minion on them.   - Minion isn't compatible with Windows Insider builds.  Don't attempt to run Minion on them.
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   * Disabled is not uninstalled! -> [[http://wiki.mmominion.com/doku.php?id=installation|Install Guide]]   * Disabled is not uninstalled! -> [[http://wiki.mmominion.com/doku.php?id=installation|Install Guide]]
   * You may try to whitelist the whole minionapp folder if you run a 3rd party antivirus software.   * You may try to whitelist the whole minionapp folder if you run a 3rd party antivirus software.
 +
 +===== Failed to download the update manifest =====
 +
 +Error: Failed to download the update manifest for product ID=7.
 +Something has blocked the manifest, Minion will not work properly
 +
 +This is a problem with your Comcast/xFi Internet Service Provider.
 +
 +You need get on the Xfinity xFi app, select More > My Services > xFi Advanced Security > Disable.
  
 ===== Unable To Open Archive File ===== ===== Unable To Open Archive File =====
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 ===== Low FPS ===== ===== Low FPS =====
 +
 +Running the following from an elevated command prompt and rebooting can help with many FPS issues, including those that occur when moving the mouse.
 +
 +  * bcdedit /set useplatformclock false
  
 Minion will reduce your FPS due to its DirectX hook and all core bot framework running in the background. Some FPS loss is unavoidable. Minion will reduce your FPS due to its DirectX hook and all core bot framework running in the background. Some FPS loss is unavoidable.
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 Setting these to "Lowest" will hide or dull the other players running around with pixel spam. Setting these to "Lowest" will hide or dull the other players running around with pixel spam.
 +
  
 ===== Resetting Bot Defaults ===== ===== Resetting Bot Defaults =====
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 ===== When I start the bot on a new character it doesn't attack. ===== ===== When I start the bot on a new character it doesn't attack. =====
  
-Some of the Skill Manager profiles have a requirement that you've unlocked weapon skill 3+.+Some of the Skill Manager profiles have a requirement that you've unlocked weapon slot 3+.
  
 Try switching to a two-handed weapon.  If that doesn't work, try manually leveling up until you've unlocked a few weapon skills. Try switching to a two-handed weapon.  If that doesn't work, try manually leveling up until you've unlocked a few weapon skills.
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 [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Skill_bar|Skill Bar]] [[https://wiki.guildwars2.com/wiki/Skill_bar|Skill Bar]]
 "Weapon skills are acquired through levelling, with skill slot 1 being automatically unlocked at level 1 and skill slots 2, 3, 4 and 5 being unlocked at levels 2, 4, 7 and 10 respectively." "Weapon skills are acquired through levelling, with skill slot 1 being automatically unlocked at level 1 and skill slots 2, 3, 4 and 5 being unlocked at levels 2, 4, 7 and 10 respectively."
 +
 +Also make sure you have completed the tutorial mission on new characters.
  
 ===== When I start the bot, my character constantly dodges/evades. ===== ===== When I start the bot, my character constantly dodges/evades. =====
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 ===== Using Skill Manager ===== ===== Using Skill Manager =====
 +
 +Skill Manager is located under the MMOMinion --> GW2Minion --> Skill Manager menu.
  
 Usually just put your heal skill on top, followed by elite/utilities, followed by skills 5,4,3,2,1.  It casts in order from top to bottom.  It's a "priority list", rather than a rotation.  If something can cast that's higher in the list, it goes first, and so on. Usually just put your heal skill on top, followed by elite/utilities, followed by skills 5,4,3,2,1.  It casts in order from top to bottom.  It's a "priority list", rather than a rotation.  If something can cast that's higher in the list, it goes first, and so on.
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   * Mirage Deluxe focuses on PvP, but also has some PvE profiles now.   * Mirage Deluxe focuses on PvP, but also has some PvE profiles now.
   * Profile Bundler and Profile Bundler Deluxe focus on PvE/Raiding.   * Profile Bundler and Profile Bundler Deluxe focus on PvE/Raiding.
-  * Apophis is specifically for Engineers.+  * Apophis is specifically for Engineers/Scrappers. (and doesn't use Skill Manager) 
 +  * Alhazred is specifically for Necromancers/Scourges. (and doesn't use Skill Manager) 
 + 
 +Occasionally you can find a free Skill Manager profile in the forums.  (http://www.mmominion.com/forum-34.html)  Please note that these are unsupported and could cause problems with Minion if they're outdated. 
 + 
 +To install a Skill Manager profile from the forum, simply download the .SM file, copy it to the following folder, and then hit CTRL+L to have Minion reload. (adjust the path for your Minion installation)
  
 +C:\MINIONAPP\Bots\GW2Minion64\LuaMods\GW2Minion\SkillManagerProfiles
 ===== Assisted Play Unwanted Movement =====  ===== Assisted Play Unwanted Movement ===== 
  
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   * Select Desired Blacklist Item   * Select Desired Blacklist Item
   * Add Button   * Add Button
 +
 +===== Unlocking Maps =====
 +
 +GW2Minion doesn't have the ability to use locked waypoints, although we've asked for the hack.  (no ETA)
 +
 +You have a few options to unlock maps.
 +
 +  - Rush through the personal story parts required to unlock the maps.
 +  - Do Map Completion repeatedly until you have enough single-use Teleport-To-Friend devices to unlock maps adjacent to all of the ones you want.
 +  - Purchase the Recharging Teleport-To-Friend device when it's available in the Gem Store.  Use it to unlock one new map per hour.
 +
 +Notes:
 +  * TP-To-Friend: If you have another account with access to all maps, simply group with it to unlock the maps you need.  Otherwise beg in Lion's Arch and someone will almost always help for free.
 +  * TP-To-Friend: Don't unlock adjacent maps with these.  (e.g. Don't unlock Desert Highlands and then Crystal Oasis with TP-To-Friend.  Simply move from Desert Highlands to Crystal Oasis normally.)
 +  * Portal Tomes: If you're using a new character on old account, make sure to purchase all the portal tomes/scrolls.  Use those portal scrolls to unlock maps for new characters
  
 ====== Bugs and Known Issues ====== ====== Bugs and Known Issues ======
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 ===== Why doesn't Minion attack world bosses? ===== ===== Why doesn't Minion attack world bosses? =====
  
-Minion doesn't have LUA API support for detecting world bosses. This has been a longstanding feature request but there is no ETA.+Minion will only attack world bosses with Skill Manager IF you manually target them.
  
 ===== Is the bot destroying my items? ===== ===== Is the bot destroying my items? =====
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 MMOMinion --> Main Menu --> Settings --> Ingame --> Deposit Items (uncheck) MMOMinion --> Main Menu --> Settings --> Ingame --> Deposit Items (uncheck)
 +
 +If the behavior persists, check if you've enabled any "Fast Deposit" options in addons.
  
 ===== The Screen is Black ===== ===== The Screen is Black =====
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 GUI:CloseCurrentPopup() gw2minion.versionchecked = true GUI:CloseCurrentPopup() gw2minion.versionchecked = true
  
 +===== Personal Story =====
 +
 +GW2Minion lacks the API's/functions to do the Personal Story in GW2.
 +
 +Specifically, GW2Minion cannot:
 +
 +  * Open reward chests that have a choice of rewards.
 +  * Read incoming mail.
 +  * Change the Personal Story to different chapters.
 +
 +You can use the "Scotty" addon to quickly teleport through the Personal Story, and even have it automatically handle some dialog.
 ====== Gold ====== ====== Gold ======
  
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   * https://en-forum.guildwars2.com/discussion/67013/most-profitable-reward-track   * https://en-forum.guildwars2.com/discussion/67013/most-profitable-reward-track
   * https://www.reddit.com/r/Guildwars2/comments/ai2khr/whats_the_most_profitable_pvp_reward_track/   * https://www.reddit.com/r/Guildwars2/comments/ai2khr/whats_the_most_profitable_pvp_reward_track/
 +  * https://fast.farming-community.eu/wvw/reward-track
  
 ====== Suspensions and Avoiding Them ====== ====== Suspensions and Avoiding Them ======
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 With that said, your behavior may be detected server-side.  It is generally recommended to not bot 24x7 or do anything repeatedly for many hours. With that said, your behavior may be detected server-side.  It is generally recommended to not bot 24x7 or do anything repeatedly for many hours.
  
 +Here are the most common times GM's appear to be "hunting" for bots, inclusive of ALL games modes and ALL server locations.
 +
 +  * Start Time: [[https://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=6+pm+UTC|6 pm UTC]]
 +  * End Time: [[https://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=5+am+UTC|5 am UTC]]
 +
 +The closer you bot to this time frame, the higher the risk of getting caught.
 ===== Are "hacks" detected? ===== ===== Are "hacks" detected? =====
  
 No, but you'll get suspended if people see you using them and you get reported many times within a short time frame. No, but you'll get suspended if people see you using them and you get reported many times within a short time frame.
 +
 +===== How are suspensions handled? =====
 +
 +  * Suspension times range from a few hours to a max of 9 months.  Bans are extremely rare and usually reserved for suspected RMT / gold sellers.
 +  * Suspensions for non-paying customers are harsh, and often begin at the max of 9 months.
 +  * If you've bought any gems, the first suspension is typically 2 weeks to 3 months, depending on the GM.
 +  * If you've regularly bought gems, the suspension times can be as little as 6 hours or less.
 +  * Gem-buyers are likely to get a one-time reprieve if they contact customer service upon getting their first suspension.
 +  * Suspensions for PvP botting seem to be handled separately, and are usually addressed by hitting the account with 3 days to 9 months of "Dishonor", which prevents participation in PvP.  You will still be able to bot any other game mode.
  
 ===== How can I prevent getting suspended? ===== ===== How can I prevent getting suspended? =====
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 Developer: Black117 (aka Hanaumi) Developer: Black117 (aka Hanaumi)
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-Discord Server: https://discord.gg/K999D9V+Discord Server: https://discord.gg/JjpMrRu
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 http://www.mmominion.com/user-53516.html - User 53516 http://www.mmominion.com/user-53516.html - User 53516
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 Developer: Frenkey Developer: Frenkey
 \\ \\
-Discord Server: https://discord.gg/cp3wnBa+Discord Server: https://discord.gg/JQrsX3HP7s
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 http://www.mmominion.com/user-37159.html - User 37159 http://www.mmominion.com/user-37159.html - User 37159
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 http://www.mmominion.com/user-52225.html - User 52225 http://www.mmominion.com/user-52225.html - User 52225
 +\\
 +
 +Developer: NullPtr
 +\\
 +Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/RJt8vFw
 +\\
 +http://www.mmominion.com/user-64993.html - User 64993
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 No. The health and damage output calculations are all server-side. No. The health and damage output calculations are all server-side.
  
 +Available hacks can be found in the Dev Monitor addon under the "Hacks" section, or you can look in Dev.lua for examples.
 ===== Does GW2Minion support crafting? ===== ===== Does GW2Minion support crafting? =====
  
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 Minion's GUI API - http://wiki.mmominion.com/doku.php?id=gui_api Minion's GUI API - http://wiki.mmominion.com/doku.php?id=gui_api
 \\ \\
 +Examples of almost everything you can do with the bot are in \MINIONAPP\Bots\GW2Minion64\LuaMods\Dev\Dev.lua
  

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