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.
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.
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
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 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 | 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 from the Elder Treant raid boss. Team up with others for a smoother experience.
| Weapon Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Troll Tusk Bow | Physical Damage: 12, +12 Agility, +1 Stamina, +5% Physical Pierce | Random drop from Hill Troll |
Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers
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 Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Stalker Hood | Armor: 225, +9 Agility, +2 Stamina, +3% Physical Pierce | Buy from Demon Sect Quartermaster, 5 Gold, Demon Sect: Infernal Marshal (12) |
| Stalker Vest | Armor: 450, +18 Agility, +4 Stamina, +2% Crit Chance | Buy from Demon Sect Quartermaster, 10 Gold, Demon Sect: Blight Marshal (13) |
| Stalker Boots | Armor: 225, +9 Agility, +2 Stamina, +6% Buff Duration | Buy from 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 |
Hunt Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain Vermilion, the best bow in the game.
| Weapon Name | Stats | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Vermilion | Physical Damage: 13, +8 Spirit, +26 Agility, +2% Crit Chance, On Crit: Fire arrow storm | Random 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.
