Dominate the battlefield as an Archer in Rune Slayer—a class renowned for its exceptional power. This guide will equip you with the knowledge to reach peak performance, transforming you into a sharpshooting master. 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

Veteran archers can skip ahead, but newcomers should pay attention. As an Archer, your optimal strategy is to maintain a safe distance from enemies, letting your arrows do the heavy lifting. While Archers deal immense damage, their survivability is lower. Therefore, they thrive on keeping their distance.

Archers utilize Medium armor, offering better protection than Light armor but less than Heavy. Unlike spell-casting classes, Archers lack inherent defensive capabilities. Their survival depends heavily on allies, especially their tamed pets, to absorb damage.

Pets are crucial for Archers. While initial pet options are limited, Archers eventually gain access to a unique and powerful selection unavailable to other classes, significantly boosting their overall strength and making them a top-tier class.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At level 30, Archers choose a subclass: Sharpshooter or Beast Tamer. Choose Beast Tamer without hesitation.

The Sharpshooter subclass offers little advantage compared to the significant benefits of Beast Tamer. The Alpha Predator passive ability, exclusive to Beast Tamers, allows access to pets unavailable to other classes—powerful allies like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and especially Mud Crabs. This makes Beast Tamers exceptionally resilient and capable of soloing content designed for groups.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Let's explore the optimal armor and weapons for Archers at different stages of the game.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach max level, the Elder set, complemented by specific items, provides excellent early endgame gear. The Troll Tusk Bow, a potential drop from Hill Trolls, is a strong weapon choice.

Craft the Elder set using materials obtained from the Elder Treant raid boss. Team up with others to tackle this challenging boss.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

To maximize your Archer's potential at max level, join the Demon Sect. Increase your standing by eliminating players of the opposing faction to acquire the Stalker armor set. Save a substantial amount of gold for purchases.

Defeating Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest has a chance to yield Vermilion, the game's best bow.

Master the Archer class in Rune Slayer! For advanced endgame strategies, consult our Essential Rune Slayer Endgame Tips. Stay updated with the Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.