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Best Archer Build in Rune Slayer

by Zoey Mar 15,2025

Dominate the battlefield as an Archer in Rune Slayer—a class renowned for its devastating power. This guide unveils the ultimate Archer build, transforming you into a sharpshooting master. Let's dive into the secrets of peak performance.

Table of Contents
  1. Getting Started as an Archer in Rune Slayer
  2. How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer
  3. Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers
  4. Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

Getting Started as an Archer in Rune Slayer

Veteran archers can skip ahead, but newcomers should take note: An Archer's effectiveness hinges on maintaining a safe distance, unleashing a barrage of arrows from afar. While capable of immense damage, Archers are vulnerable in close combat. Their survival relies on strategic positioning and support.

A character creation screen for the Archer in Rune Slayer
Screenshot by Rune Slayer Unofficial Trello

Archers wear Medium armor, offering a balance between protection and agility. Unlike classes with protective spells or heavy armor, Archers depend on allies and, critically, their Pets, to absorb damage. Tamed pets are integral to an Archer's success. While initial options are limited, Archers gain access to powerful pets unavailable to other classes, solidifying their position as a top-tier class.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At level 30, choose your subclass. Archers can specialize as a Sharpshooter or a Beast Tamer. Select Beast Tamer without hesitation.

A Mud Crab from Rune Slayer
Screenshot by The Escapist

The Sharpshooter specialization, while appealing, pales in comparison to the Beast Tamer's Alpha Predator passive ability. This unlocks the ability to tame unique beasts inaccessible to other classes, including Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and the formidable Mud Crab. The enhanced resilience and power of Beast Tamer pets allow for soloing many group activities.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach max level, the Elder set, complemented by other items, provides a strong foundation. The Troll Tusk Bow, a potential drop from Hill Trolls, is an excellent early weapon.

A Rune Slayer player is standing facing the camera while an Elder Treant is behind him
Screenshot by Rune Slayer Unofficial Trello
Armor NameStatsRequirements
Elder MaskArmor: 235
+5 Spirit
+10 Agility
2x Elder Greatwood
2x Ashwood Log
Elder ChestArmor: 470
+10 Spirit
+20 Agility
1 x Elder Vine
3 x Elder Greatwood
2 x Demon Hide
Elder BootsArmor: 235
+5 Spirit
+10 Agility
2x Elder Greatwood
2x Demon Hide
Thieves Ring+10 AgilityBuy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire
Elder Ring+10% Health RegenerationDrops from Elder Treant
Rat CapeArmor: 35
+12 Agility
+2% Crit Chance
15x Rat Skin
4x Medium Leather
Weapon NameStatsRequirements
Troll Tusk BowPhysical Damage: 12
+12 Agility
+1 Stamina
+5% Physical Pierce
A random loot drop from the Hill Troll

Craft the Elder set using materials obtained from the Elder Treant raid boss. Teamwork is key; find a group or guild for this challenging encounter.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

Reaching max level unlocks access to the Demon Sect. By engaging in PvP against the opposing faction and advancing your standing, you can acquire the coveted Stalker armor set. Significant gold accumulation is also necessary.

The Demon Sect spawn location in Rune Slayer
Screenshot by The Escapist
Armor NameStatsRequirements
Stallker HoodArmor: 225
+9 Agility
+2 Stamina
+3% Physical Pierce
Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster
5 Gold
Demon Sect: Infernal Marchal (12)
Stalker VestArmor: 450
+18 Agility
+4 Stamina
+2% Crit Chance
Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster
10 Gold
Demon Sect: Blight Marshal (13)
Stalker BootsArmor: 225
+9 Agility
+2 Stamina
+6% Buff Duration
Buy from the Demon Sect Quartermaster
5 Gold
Demon Sect: Doombringer (11)
Thieves Ring+10 AgilityBuy from Schoen The Mage for 5 Silver in Wayshire
Vampire Ring+10% Health RegenerationDrops from Elder Treant
Rat CapeArmor: 35
+12 Agility
+2% Crit Chance
15x Rat Skin
4x Medium Leather
Amphitheres enemy is flying in Rune Slayer
Screenshot by The Escapist

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

Weapon NameStatsRequirements
VermilionPhysical Damage: 13
+8 Spirit
+26 Agility
+2% Crit Chance
On Crit hits, unleash a storm of fire arrows that damage a small radius around your target.
A random loot drop from the Amphitheres

Master this build and dominate Rune Slayer. For advanced endgame strategies, consult our Essential Rune Slayer Endgame Tips. Stay updated via the Rune Slayer Trello and Discord.

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