You can use an area effect spell if you see a group of enemies in a cluster. You should keep 2 things in mind when you do this: Your first area effect spell you cast should be around the TANKER. Usually the tanker has drawn a group of enemies by this time. Keep in mind that enemies not engaged in melee combat (fighting hand to hand) are free to move out from the area of your spell effect, but those fighting close in will stay in one place more often to get Guild Wars Gold.

And whatever you do, do NOT use the area effect spell first or to draw the monsters. This will almost certainly be a wasted spell, as the creatures will have moved to get Guild Wars Gold.

Once you cast an area effect spell, it is a good idea to scan through the other enemies (use the Tab key) and see the level of health for each. This helps to spread out the damage you are doing. Find an unharmed enemy and hit it with your weakening spells. It is good if you have 2 or 3 of these to cast in succession to get Guild Wars Gold. For instance, a Mesmer could cast Fragility, Conjure Phantasm, and Phantom Pain in succession. This should make the enemy weak when your companions get to it. You can choose to finish it off, or cycle to the next enemy. If the enemy party has a HEALER creature in it, it should be your next target after the area effect spells. All of the mages in the party should make it their goal to eradicate enemy healers as soon as possible to get Guild Wars Gold.

Try to identify the most dangerous creatures in the enemy group as you cycle through the targets and take them out. Once you run out of your powerful spells, you should have one that costs low energy. If you run out of magic, there is always your wand/staff to get Guild Wars Gold.

This basic guide will help you be an effective party member and help you have good etiquette when in a party. Follow courtesy, listen to the leader, and know your role in the group and you will be invited back into many parties.