Top Archer Build Strategies for Rune Slayer

If you’re playing as an Archer in *Rune Slayer*, you've chosen one of the most formidable classes in the game. This comprehensive guide will help you optimize your performance and reach the pinnacle of your potential as a sharpshooting adventurer. Here is the **ultimate 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

If you're a seasoned archer, feel free to skip this section. For newcomers, here's what you need to know: As an Archer, your most effective strategy is to maintain a safe distance from enemies and rely on your arrows to deal damage. While Archers can inflict significant damage, they are not built to withstand it.

Archers wear Medium armor, which offers more protection than Light armor but less than Heavy armor. Unlike Light armor-wearing Magicians or Priests, Archers lack protective spells or heavy armor. Instead, Archers depend on others to absorb damage, particularly through the use of Pets.

Tamed Pets are crucial for Archers. Initially, your pet options may be limited, but as an Archer, you'll eventually gain access to unique pets, enhancing your class's power and versatility.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At Level 30, Archers, like all other classes in Rune Slayer, can choose a subclass. Opt for Beast Tamer over Sharpshooter. The latter may sound appealing with its multi-arrow firing capability, but it pales in comparison to the Beast Tamer's Alpha Predator passive ability, which allows you to tame exclusive beasts like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and Mud Crabs. Beast Tamers are so robust that they can even tackle many group activities solo.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Here, we outline the best armor and weapons for early and late endgame Archer builds in Rune Slayer.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach max level, equip the Elder set to kickstart your endgame journey. The best early weapon is the Troll Tusk Bow, which can drop from the Hill Troll.

Craft the entire set using parts from the Elder Treant raid boss. Join a group or a Discord guild to tackle this giant tree. As an Archer, you should have no trouble dealing damage and surviving, especially with a strong Beast Tamer pet.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

Once you reach max level and aim to optimize your Archer, join the Demon Sect. Engage in PvP to increase your standing and acquire the Stalker armor set. Be prepared to save a substantial amount of in-game currency.

While progressing, target the Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest, as they have a small chance of dropping Vermilion, the best bow currently available in Rune Slayer.

That’s all there is to it. Enjoy your journey as an Archer in Rune Slayer. For more endgame guidance, explore our Essential Rune Slayer End Game Tips. Stay updated with Rune Slayer through the Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.