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Volpedia/Games/Elden Ring/Classes/Samurai
ELDEN RING / CLASSES / BASE GAME

Samurai

A balanced dexterity-themed origin with a katana and a bow.

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Quick strategy: Try spacing and headshot-like ranged pulls to isolate groups.
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01

Overview

A balanced dexterity-themed origin with a katana and a bow.

02

How it works

The starting katana and ranged utility support both openers and careful melee.

03

How to approach it

Try spacing and headshot-like ranged pulls to isolate groups.

04

Common mistakes

Do not spam the katana skill into unbroken enemy combos.

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