Best Archer Build in Rune Slayer

Dominate the battlefield as a Rune Slayer Archer! This guide will equip you with the knowledge to become a sharpshooting master. Archers are considered one of the best, if not *the* best, classes in the game, and this build will help you reach your full potential.

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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 incredible damage, they’re not known for their durability. Therefore, strategic positioning is key.

Archers wear Medium armor, offering a balance between protection and agility. Unlike classes with protective spells or heavy armor, Archers rely on allies and, crucially, their pets, to absorb damage. Tamed pets are an Archer's greatest asset. While your pet choices are limited initially, Archers gain access to unique pets unavailable to other classes, solidifying their position as a powerful class.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At level 30, choose your subclass. Archers can specialize as either a Sharpshooter or a Beast Tamer. Always select Beast Tamer.

There’s no compelling reason to choose Sharpshooter. While the multi-arrow attack sounds appealing, you'd miss out on the Beast Tamer's Alpha Predator passive ability. This unique ability allows you to tame powerful creatures inaccessible to other classes, including Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and especially Mud Crabs. The superior pets granted by Beast Tamer provide exceptional resilience and power, enabling solo completion of many group activities.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Here's a breakdown of the best armor and weapons for early and late-game Archer builds.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach max level, the Elder set, combined with other items, provides a strong foundation. The Troll Tusk Bow, a potential Hill Troll drop, is an excellent early weapon.

Craft the Elder set using materials obtained from the Elder Treant raid boss. Team up with others for this challenging encounter. Your ranged attacks will prove invaluable.

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 from the opposing faction to acquire the Stalker armor set. Prepare to save a significant amount of gold!

Simultaneously, hunt Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain Vermilion, the game's best bow.

Master this build and conquer Rune Slayer! For advanced endgame strategies, consult our Essential Rune Slayer Endgame Tips. Stay updated with the latest Rune Slayer news via the Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.