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! :
Anfänger-Guide: Oft gefragt, hier beantwortet - GuildNews
Ranger PvE LEVELING BUILD AND GUIDE 2016 | Guild Wars 2 Beginners Guide – Видео Dailymotion
GW2] Condition Druid & Ranger Guide for Raids, Fractals and Dungeons (May 2016) - YouTube