If you’re playing as an Archer in *Rune Slayer*, congratulations—you've chosen one of the most versatile and powerful classes in the game. To help you maximize your potential, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate Archer build. Here's everything you need to know to dominate the battlefield as a sharpshooting adventurer.
If you're new to the class, here’s what you need to know. Archers excel at dealing high damage from a safe distance—**stay a few meters away from the enemy and let your arrows do the work**. While they lack heavy armor or strong survivability abilities, Archers make up for it with mobility and precision.
Archers wear **Medium armor**, which offers a balance between mobility and defense. However, unlike Heavy classes that can tank damage, Archers must rely on positioning and their **Pets** to survive. This makes pet management and control crucial to success in both solo and group play.
Pets are a cornerstone of the Archer class. At first, your options may be limited, but as you progress, especially by choosing the Beast Tamer subclass, you’ll gain access to some of the most powerful creatures in the game. These include exclusive beasts like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and fan-favorites like Mud Crabs.
At Level 30, Archers can choose between two subclasses: Sharpshooter or Beast Tamer. **Beast Tamer is the superior choice** thanks to the Alpha Predator passive ability, which allows you to tame beasts no other class can.
With stronger pets under your command, Beast Tamers become so resilient that they can often **solo content designed for groups**, making this subclass an essential part of any top-tier Archer build.
To fully optimize your Archer, selecting the right armor and weapons is critical. Below is a breakdown of the best gear for early and late endgame builds.
For players nearing max level, the **Elder set** is an excellent starting point. Pair it with key accessories to boost your stats and survivability. The **Troll Tusk Bow** is the ideal early weapon, offering solid damage and agility boosts.
| Armor Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Elder Mask | Armor: 235 +5 Spirit +10 Agility | 2x Elder Greatwood 2x Ashwood Log |
| Elder Chest | Armor: 470 +10 Spirit +20 Agility | 1x Elder Vine 3x Elder Greatwood 2x Demon Hide |
| Elder Boots | Armor: 235 +5 Spirit +10 Agility | 2x Elder Greatwood 2x 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 |
The Elder set can be crafted using materials obtained from the Elder Treant raid boss. Don’t be intimidated by its size—join a group or a Discord guild and take down the beast. As an Archer, you should have little trouble surviving and dishing out damage, especially with a strong pet at your side.
| Weapon Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Troll Tusk Bow | Physical Damage: 12 +12 Agility +1 Stamina +5% Physical Pierce | Random loot drop from the Hill Troll |
Once you reach max level, it’s time to upgrade to the **Stalker set**, available after joining the **Demon Sect**. Begin farming faction kills to improve your reputation and unlock the full set. Be prepared to spend a significant amount of gold.
| Armor Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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