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Best Archer Build in Rune Slayer

Author : Scarlett Mar 15,2025

Dominate the battlefield as a Rune Slayer Archer—one of the game's most powerful classes! This guide will help you build the ultimate sharpshooting adventurer. Let's dive into the best Archer build in *Rune Slayer*.

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Table of contents

  • Getting Started as an Archer in Rune Slayer
  • How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer
  • Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers
  • Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

Getting Started as an Archer in Rune Slayer

New to the Archer class? Your key to success is maintaining a safe distance from enemies and letting your arrows do the heavy lifting. While Archers deal incredible damage, they're vulnerable up close. Therefore, strategic positioning is crucial.

A character creation screen for the Archer in Rune Slayer

Screenshot by Rune Slayer Unofficial Trello

Archers wear Medium armor—a balance between protection and agility. Unlike classes with protective spells or heavy armor, Archers rely on teammates and, critically, their pets to absorb damage. Tamed pets are essential for Archer survivability and power.

While your initial pet choices are limited, Archers gain access to unique and powerful pets unavailable to other classes, making them a formidable force.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At level 30, choose your subclass: Sharpshooter or Beast Tamer. Without hesitation, select Beast Tamer.

A Mud Crab from Rune Slayer

Screenshot by The Escapist

While the Sharpshooter subclass sounds appealing, the Beast Tamer's Alpha Predator passive ability far surpasses it. This ability allows you to tame powerful beasts like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and especially Mud Crabs—creatures unavailable to other classes. The enhanced pet strength makes Beast Tamers incredibly resilient and capable of soloing group content.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Let's explore the optimal armor and weapons for your Archer build, categorized by early and late game.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

A Rune Slayer player is standing facing the camera while an Elder Treant is behind him

Screenshot by Rune Slayer Unofficial Trello

As you approach max level, the Elder set provides a strong foundation. Pair this with the Troll Tusk Bow (a Hill Troll drop) for effective early endgame performance.

Armor NameStatsRequirements
Elder MaskArmor: 235, +5 Spirit, +10 Agility2x Elder Greatwood, 2x Ashwood Log
Elder ChestArmor: 470, +10 Spirit, +20 Agility1 x Elder Vine, 3 x Elder Greatwood, 2 x Demon Hide
Elder BootsArmor: 235, +5 Spirit, +10 Agility2x Elder Greatwood, 2 x Demon Hide
Thieves Ring+10 AgilityBuy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire
Elder Ring+10% Health RegenerationDrops from Elder Treant
Rat CapeArmor: 35, +12 Agility, +2% Crit Chance15x Rat Skin, 4x Medium Leather

Craft the Elder set using materials from the Elder Treant raid boss. Team up with others for a smoother experience.

Weapon NameStatsRequirements
Troll Tusk BowPhysical Damage: 12, +12 Agility, +1 Stamina, +5% Physical PierceRandom drop from Hill Troll

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

The Demon Sect spawn location in Rune Slayer

Screenshot by The Escapist

For optimal late-game performance, join the Demon Sect. Increase your standing by eliminating players from the opposing faction to acquire the Stalker armor set. Remember to save a substantial amount of gold!

Armor NameStatsRequirements
Stalker HoodArmor: 225, +9 Agility, +2 Stamina, +3% Physical PierceBuy from Demon Sect Quartermaster, 5 Gold, Demon Sect: Infernal Marshal (12)
Stalker VestArmor: 450, +18 Agility, +4 Stamina, +2% Crit ChanceBuy from Demon Sect Quartermaster, 10 Gold, Demon Sect: Blight Marshal (13)
Stalker BootsArmor: 225, +9 Agility, +2 Stamina, +6% Buff DurationBuy from Demon Sect Quartermaster, 5 Gold, Demon Sect: Doombringer (11)
Thieves Ring+10 AgilityBuy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire
Vampire Ring+10% Health RegenerationDrops from Elder Treant
Rat CapeArmor: 35, +12 Agility, +2% Crit Chance15x Rat Skin, 4x Medium Leather

Amphitheres enemy is flying in Rune Slayer

Screenshot by The Escapist

Hunt Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain Vermilion, the best bow in the game.

Weapon NameStatsRequirements
VermilionPhysical Damage: 13, +8 Spirit, +26 Agility, +2% Crit Chance, On Crit: Fire arrow stormRandom drop from Amphitheres

Master this build and dominate *Rune Slayer*! For more endgame strategies, check out our Essential *Rune Slayer* Endgame Tips. Stay updated via the *Rune Slayer* Trello and Discord.

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