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 Tank Beast Master Ranger Build - YouTube
GW2 Raid Build: Easy-Condi-Soulbeast awaken the beast in your ranger - SpieLexikon.de
Show off your ranger - Ranger - Guild Wars 2 Forums
Guild Wars 2 Klassen-Guide: Die besten Builds und Skills für jede Klasse
Guild Wars 2 Klassen-Guide: Die besten Builds und Skills für jede Klasse
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
What is the best build for Loot farms like CS? - Ranger - Guild Wars 2 Forums
Guild Wars 2 - Path of Fire | Beta | Seelenwandler (Waldläufer) - YouTube
PvP Build - Guild Wars 2 Wiki (GW2W)
Guild Wars 2 Klassen-Guide: Die besten Builds und Skills für jede Klasse