Another downside is the loss of the immersive experience. Guild Wars 2's story is designed to draw you in gradually, with each part adding to the overall atmosphere and emotional impact. When you skip ahead, you disrupt that flow and may not be able to fully appreciate the story's intended emotional journey. It's like reading the last few pages of a book without going through the build - up. You won't feel the same connection to the characters or the world as you would if you followed the story from start to finish.
Skipping ahead can also lead to confusion. There are often plot threads that build on previous events. If you skip, you might not understand why certain things are happening in the later story segments. For example, if you skip a chapter where a new threat is introduced and the reasons for its existence are explained, when you encounter it later, you'll be left scratching your head. Additionally, some quests and storylines are interconnected, and by skipping, you could miss out on key items or rewards that are useful for your character's progression in the long run.