Top Archer Build Strategies for Rune Slayer

If you're playing as an Archer in *Rune Slayer*, you've chosen one of the most powerful classes in the game. To help you achieve peak performance, we've crafted a comprehensive guide to elevate your skills as a sharpshooting adventurer. Here's the **best 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 you progress, Archers gain access to unique pets, enhancing their status as one of the game's most formidable classes.

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. While the idea of firing multiple arrows sounds appealing, the Alpha Predator passive ability exclusive to Beast Tamers is far more beneficial. This ability allows you to tame unique beasts like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and Mud Crabs, making Beast Tamers exceptionally resilient and capable of soloing many group activities.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Below, 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, the Elder set is an excellent starting point, complemented by other key items. The best early weapon to acquire is the Troll Tusk Bow, which can drop from the Hill Troll.

You can craft the entire set using parts from the Elder Treant raid boss. Don't be intimidated by its size; 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. Start by defeating players from the opposing faction to increase your standing with your demon overlords, which will allow you to acquire the Stalker armor set. Be prepared to save a significant amount of in-game currency. The rest of your armor is relatively straightforward to obtain.

While working on this, also 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 tips, check out our Essential Rune Slayer End Game Tips. Stay updated with Rune Slayer by visiting the Rune Slayer Trello and joining the Discord community.