ELDEN RING / BUILDS
Builds
Strength, Dexterity, spellcasting and flexible loadouts.
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Base game / Build archetypeStrength build
A melee-focused build built around heavy weapons, stagger opportunities and physical endurance.
Base game / Build archetypeDexterity build
A style favoring quick or technical weapons, flexible movesets and precise positioning.
Base game / Build archetypeIntelligence sorcery build
A ranged-magic approach using staffs, sorceries and FP management.
Base game / Build archetypeFaith incantation build
A flexible style supporting elemental incantations, buffs, healing and hybrid melee.
Base game / Build archetypeArcane bleed build
A status-centered approach that uses Arcane when the weapon or affinity supports it.
Base game / Build archetypeQuality build
A hybrid Strength/Dexterity plan that uses weapons benefiting from both stats.
Base game / Build archetypeSword and shield build
A deliberate style centered on blocking, stamina management and guard counters.
Base game / Build archetypeSpellblade build
A hybrid fighter who combines a melee weapon with sorcery or an intelligence skill.
Base game / Status buildFrost build
A build that applies frostbite buildup to create openings and increase pressure.
Shadow of the Erdtree / DLC buildPerfume and throwing build
A DLC-inspired approach using new weapon classes with distinct attack ranges.
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