Dominate the battlefield as an Archer in Rune Slayer—a class renowned for its devastating power. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to reach peak performance and become a sharpshooting legend. Let's dive into the best Archer build in Rune Slayer.
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Veteran archers can skip ahead, but newcomers should pay attention. Archers excel at ranged combat; maintain a safe distance and unleash a barrage of arrows. While their damage output is phenomenal, their survivability isn't. Therefore, strategic positioning is key.
Archers utilize Medium armor—offering more protection than Light, but less than Heavy. Unlike classes with protective spells or heavier armor, Archers depend on allies and, crucially, their pets, to absorb damage. Tamed pets are essential for Archer survival and effectiveness.
While initial pet choices are limited, Archers gain access to a wider variety of powerful pets later in the game, solidifying their position as one of the game's strongest classes.
At level 30, choose your subclass. Archers can specialize as a Sharpshooter or a Beast Tamer. Always choose Beast Tamer.
While the Sharpshooter's multiple arrows might seem appealing, the Beast Tamer subclass offers the superior Alpha Predator passive ability. This unlocks access to pets unavailable to other classes, including Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and the incredibly powerful Mud Crabs. This makes Beast Tamers incredibly resilient and capable of soloing content typically reserved for groups.
Let's outline the best armor and weapons for early and late-game Archer builds.
As you approach max level, the Elder set, complemented by a few additional items, provides an excellent foundation. The Troll Tusk Bow, occasionally dropped by Hill Trolls, is the ideal early-game weapon.
Armor Name | Stats | Requirements |
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Elder Mask | Armor: 235 +5 Spirit +10 Agility | 2x Elder Greatwood 2x Ashwood Log |
Elder Chest | Armor: 470 +10 Spirit +20 Agility | 1 x Elder Vine 3 x Elder Greatwood 2 x Demon Hide |
Elder Boots | Armor: 235 +5 Spirit +10 Agility | 2x Elder Greatwood 2 x Demon Hide |
Thieves Ring | +10 Agility | Buy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire |
Elder Ring | +10% Health Regeneration | Drops from Elder Treant |
Rat Cape | Armor: 35 +12 Agility +2% Crit Chance | 15x Rat Skin 4x Medium Leather |
Craft the Elder set using materials obtained from the Elder Treant raid boss. Form a group or guild for a smoother experience.
Weapon Name | Stats | Requirements |
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Troll Tusk Bow | Physical Damage: 12 +12 Agility +1 Stamina +5% Physical Pierce | A random loot drop from the Hill Troll |
For optimal late-game performance, join the Demon Sect, engage in PvP combat against the opposing faction, and accumulate standing to acquire the Stalker armor set. Save significant gold for additional purchases.
Armor Name | Stats | Requirements |
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Stalker Hood | Armor: 225 +9 Agility +2 Stamina +3% Physical Pierce | Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster 5 Gold Demon Sect: Infernal Marchal (12) |
Stalker Vest | Armor: 450 +18 Agility +4 Stamina +2% Crit Chance | Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster 10 Gold Demon Sect: Blight Marshal (13) |
Stalker Boots | Armor: 225 +9 Agility +2 Stamina +6% Buff Duration | Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster 5 Gold Demon Sect: Doombringer (11) |
Thieves Ring | +10 Agility | Buy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire |
Vampire Ring | +10% Health Regeneration | Drops from Elder Treant |
Rat Cape | Armor: 35 +12 Agility +2% Crit Chance | 15x Rat Skin 4x Medium Leather |
Simultaneously, hunt Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain Vermilion, the game's most potent bow.
Weapon Name | Stats | Requirements |
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Vermilion | Physical Damage: 13 +8 Spirit +26 Agility +2% Crit Chance On Crit hits, unleash a storm of fire arrows that damage a small radius around your target. | A random loot drop from the Amphitheres |
Master this build and conquer Rune Slayer. For advanced endgame strategies, consult our Essential Rune Slayer Endgame Tips. Stay updated with the official Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.