Discover how to create the best Enshrouded Arcane Archer Build, with a guide on the best weapons, skills, consumables, armor, and more!
Updated:Those builds were created duringEarly Accessof Enshrouded forPatch #3and will be updated upon full release and following patches.During Early Access, Keen Games Studio often introduces new updates and adjustments to skills and gameplay mechanics to prepare Enshrouded for full release. ThePatch #3added a new craftsperson, a new quest, and, most importantly, a new dungeon. The new dungeon,the Hollows, comes with new legendary gear, puzzles, enemies, and trophies you can hang in your house. There are four hollows, each with higher-level enemies and difficulty with the Kindlewaste dungeon scaling to level 25, with level 30 gear. This is now the best legendary gear in the game, and our builds will be changed to reflect this.
Arcane Archer Build Guide
The Arcane Archer build in Enshrouded is a versatile weapon user who focuses on long-range stunning of enemies, and close-range wand magic to finish off any enemies that get close.What makes the Arcane Archer unique is using both bows and wands while emphasizing both weapon styles to deal damage to the enemy regardless of distance. This build is for those players who enjoy hybrid builds that utilize multiple weapon styles outside the basic weapon combinations.
The Arcane Archer Build will perform similarly to other ranged builds, in the sense that you will want to engage enemies from afar. This allows you to weaken the enemy forces so you don’t get overwhelmed when attempting to advance through a location. The difference is instead of engaging in close-quarters melee combat, you will instead be using magical wands to deal your medium-range damage while kiting with the use of mobility and stunning enemies.
Before progressing with our Best Enshrouded Arcane Build, your character creation will not impact gameplay. There are no racial passives, ability scores, or attributes to consider. Thus, we advise you to select a character whose appearance resonates with you.
Arcane Archer Build Features & Mechanics
The following list presents all the features and mechanics for Enshrouded Arcane Archer Build:
Weapon Choices
The Arcane Archer Build in Enshrouded uses both magical weapons and a range bow for damage. Wands provide an infinite damage source while dealing massive damage and allowing you to stay outside of melee range. Additionally, ranged weapons like the bow with Shroud Arrows feature a skill Shell Shock that allows you to constantly stun and deal AOE damage to enemies. Thus, you can use the magical and range method for destroying enemies based on the situation or preferred playstyle.
The HunterCraftspersonunlocks the ability tocraft arrows and special arrows. When you first start, Wooden Arrows are your best option which can be crafted in your manual crafting menu using Twigs. As you explore more areas, and unlock more metals and materials, the Hunter provides better arrows. These typically do more damage or add small amounts of poison damage.
Shroud Arrows come much later in the game but ultimately allow us to stun-lock enemies and deal area damage over time. These arrows gain the ability to stun through the Assassin skill line. Thus, you want to take those skills at level 20 or beyond when you’ve unlocked most of the crafting materials and production furniture.
Below is a list of our favorite arrows in Enshrouded:
Best Arcane Archer Attributes & Combat Stats
The best attributes and stats for the Enshrouded Arcane Archer build are Dexterity, Intelligence, and Spirit. Dexterity determines your ranged bow damage, while Intelligence determines your magic damage. Additionally, the Spirit attribute determines mana which is mainly useful for helping stun enemies later in our progression.
Additionally, your Flame Altar level will increase your attribute bonus. This is a priority for improving your Enshrouded Arcane Archer build power level.
Skill Selections
In Enshrouded, you earnskill pointsfrom leveling and completing Elixir Wells. We have broken down the skill sections based on level range and listed the best skills to select at every level for this build. While your skill points totals may change depending on your overall level, and Elixir Well completions, save up skill points if you cannot afford one at your current level. Below is what our skill points were at various levels in Enshrouded:
The maximum level in Enshrouded is 25, with some enemies in further regions being level 30. The general skill selections below are geared towards combat performance specifically, and we will list and explain the most critical of all the skills. Moreover, look to the utility skill section if you prefer more utility, crafting, and less combat emphasis. Lastly, you can always respec your skill points with Runes at the Flame Altar so feel free to experiment. However, we feel the below selections are the best overall for combat power and enjoyment for the best Arcane Archer build in Enshrouded.
Level 1-10 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Arcane Archer Build for Enshrouded from levels 1 to 10:
Level 11-20 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Arcane Archer Build for Enshrouded from levels 11 to 20:
Level 21-25 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Arcane Archer Build for Enshrouded from levels 21 to 25:
Best Arcane Archer Skills Explained
Utility Skills
Below are recommended utility skills for the Arcane Archer Build in Enshrouded, if you wish to sacrifice some combat performance:
Arcane Archer Gameplay & Tips
The best tip to play the Arcane Archer is to start combat off from range with your bow. This allows you to weaken and stun enemies allowing you to close a distance and finish them off with your wand before they recover. If you are approaching an enemy location, it helps to pick off any visible enemies to reduce their numbers before pushing in. Below are some other gameplay tips when playing the Best Arcane Archer build in Enshrouded:
Survival– Utilizing a combination of potions, bandages, and skills to provide healing through killing enemies or picking up orbs are our main sources of survivability. Furthermore, should you get stunned or rushed by numerous enemies, kiting with your blink and stunning the enemies with your Shroud Arrow will be important.
Damage– Always look for enemies you’re able to pick off or weaken before engaging with them. With fully level and Shroud Arrows, you can stun enemies before they even know you are there. Use this to your advantage to either deal damage over time to large health enemies or rush them to deal damage with your wand before they can even move.
Progression– Most of your progression will be focused on magical damage until you unlock Shell Shock and Shroud Arrows. This build will play similarly to a standard wand mage but will become extremely potent when all the build elements are available to you.
Best Arcane Archer Weapons & Armor
Below is a list of the best Arcane Archer BuildArmor and Weaponsfor Enshrouded:
Alternative Gear Sets
Depending on your preferred playstyle, use the Alchemist NPC for Mage Damage boost gear. Here’s what we recommend based on your level:
Best Arcane Archer Consumables
The Best Enshrouded Arcane Archer build will be able to consume three foods for various buffs. This allows you to increase Dexterity (bow), Intelligence (magic), and Constitution (health). Below are the best consumables for the Arcane Archer build in Enshrouded:
In addition, ensure you are carrying (blueberries or strawberries) for health regeneration, water for stamina regeneration, and bandages for healing. Also, as you advance, you can unlock the Alchemist and craft healing potions. This will help you early with survival, then start optimizing for damage with consumables.
Build Summary – Best Enshrouded Arcane Archer Build
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