There are wide-array of non-meta, alternative builds from reputable content creators that can be used for a range of content in GW2 ranging from open-world/story-focused content to strikes, fractals and raids! :
Guild Wars 2 : Best Soulbeast Build For Open World PVE ( Build Guide ) - YouTube
Guild Wars 2 Klassen-Guide: Die besten Builds und Skills für jede Klasse