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Volpedia/Games/Elden Ring/Classes/Heavy Knight
ELDEN RING / CLASSES / 2026 TARNISHED PACK

Heavy Knight

Another origin introduced in the 2026 Tarnished Pack.

Original Volpedia guideReviewed 2026-10-27Growing reference · not indexed
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Quick strategy: Consider weight and defense tradeoffs when deciding how to fight.
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Overview

Another origin introduced in the 2026 Tarnished Pack.

02

How it works

This extra starting choice is separate from the base game's original class roster.

03

How to approach it

Consider weight and defense tradeoffs when deciding how to fight.

04

Common mistakes

Do not copy a 2022 class list and claim it describes the 2026 options.

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