Best Archer Build in Rune Slayer

Dominate the battlefield as an Archer in Rune Slayer—a class renowned for its devastating power! This guide unveils the secrets to maximizing your Archer's potential, transforming you into a sharpshooting master. Let's dive into 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

Veteran archers can skip ahead, but newcomers should heed this advice: As an Archer, your effectiveness hinges on maintaining a safe distance from enemies. While your arrows inflict massive damage, your survivability is significantly lower than other classes. Therefore, **strategic positioning is key—keep your distance and let your arrows do the talking!**

Archers wear **Medium armor**, offering more protection than Light armor but less than Heavy. Unlike classes with protective spells or heavier armor, Archers rely on support from teammates and, crucially, their **Pets**. These companions are essential for survival and dealing significant damage.

While your initial pet choices are limited, the Archer class gains access to a wider variety of powerful pets unavailable to other classes, ultimately contributing to their formidable strength.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At level 30, Archers (like all classes) choose a subclass: Sharpshooter or Beast Tamer. Without hesitation, select **Beast Tamer**.

The Sharpshooter subclass, while tempting with its multiple-arrow attacks, pales in comparison to the Beast Tamer's unparalleled advantage: the **Alpha Predator passive ability**. This allows you to tame powerful beasts (Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and especially **Mud Crabs**) that are inaccessible to other classes. This superior pet power makes Beast Tamers incredibly resilient and capable of soloing content typically reserved for groups.

Best Armor and Weapons for Archer in Rune Slayer

Below, we detail the best armor for early and late-game Archer builds.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach max level, the **Elder set** provides an excellent foundation. The **Troll Tusk Bow**, a potential drop from Hill Trolls, is the ideal early-game weapon.

Craft the Elder set using materials acquired from the Elder Treant raid boss. Form a group or join a guild for this challenging encounter. Your ranged capabilities and pet support will prove invaluable.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

To truly maximize your Archer's potential at max level, join the **Demon Sect**. Engage in PvP combat against the opposing faction to increase your standing and acquire the coveted **Stalker armor set**. This will require significant gold accumulation.

Simultaneously, hunt the Amphitheres in Greatwood Forest for a chance to obtain **Vermilion**, the game's most powerful bow.

Master these strategies, and you'll become an unstoppable force in Rune Slayer. For advanced endgame guidance, consult our Essential Rune Slayer Endgame Tips. Stay updated via the Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.