Endgame pvp state?

[MightyMicah]

Hey guys, it's been awhile since I've logged into SL but recently I've been combing the App Store looking for a decent Mmorpg and the best and most appropriate one I can find is SL. I plan to mostly do pve, but I've always been a hardcore pvper as well so I was wondering what is the state of endgame pvp? Like what classes rule, how is the gameplay, are there any particular advantages like endgame vanity sets giving extra stats?

I'm currently leveling my 19 engineer that I had been playing when last I stopped. Any recommendations on end game builds?

Also, if you have the time, can someone let me know what has changed lately? I think I haven't logged on in about a year or two maybe. Is there any new news?

Thanks in advance!
-MM