Top Archer Build Guide for Rune Slayer

If you're playing as an Archer in Rune Slayer, you've chosen one of the most powerful classes in the game. To help you achieve peak performance, we've crafted a comprehensive guide to optimize your Archer build. Here's how to become the ultimate sharpshooting adventurer 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

For seasoned Archers, this section might be a refresher, but if you're new, it's crucial. As an Archer, your most effective strategy is to maintain a safe distance from enemies, allowing your arrows to deal the damage. While Archers can inflict significant damage, they are less resilient, making it essential to stay out of harm's way.

Archers don medium armor, which offers a balance between protection and mobility, but unlike classes that wear light or heavy armor, Archers lack defensive spells or heavy armor. Instead, they rely on teammates and, crucially, their Pets to absorb damage.

Tamed Pets are vital for Archers. Initially, your pet options might be limited, but as an Archer, you'll gain access to a wide variety of pets unavailable to other classes, significantly enhancing your power and versatility.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At Level 30, like all classes, Archers can choose a subclass. Opt for the Beast Tamer over the Sharpshooter. The Beast Tamer's Alpha Predator passive ability allows you to tame unique beasts such as Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and Mud Crabs, which are exclusive to this subclass. This makes Beast Tamers exceptionally resilient and capable of soloing many group activities.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach the maximum level, equip the Elder set to kickstart your endgame journey. The Troll Tusk Bow, a drop from the Hill Troll, is your go-to weapon.

Craft the Elder set using parts from the Elder Treant raid boss. Join a group or a Discord guild to tackle this challenge. As an Archer with a strong Beast Tamer pet, you'll manage the damage and survival aspects effectively.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

Upon reaching max level, join the Demon Sect and engage in PvP to increase your standing. This allows you to acquire the Stalker armor set. Be prepared to save a substantial amount of in-game currency.

While working on your standing, take on Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain Vermilion, the best bow available in Rune Slayer.

That's all you need to know to optimize your Archer build in Rune Slayer. Enjoy your journey, and for further assistance during the endgame, explore our Essential Rune Slayer End Game Tips. Stay updated with the latest from Rune Slayer through the official Trello and Discord channels.