"Top Archer Build Strategies for Rune Slayer"

If you're diving into *Rune Slayer* as an Archer, you've chosen one of the game's top-tier classes. To help you maximize your potential as a sharpshooting adventurer, we've crafted this comprehensive guide to 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 new to the Archer class, this section is for you. Veterans can feel free to skip ahead. As an Archer, your most effective strategy is **to keep your distance from enemies and let your arrows do the talking**. While Archers can deal substantial damage, they aren't built for taking hits.

Archers wear **Medium armor**, which is more durable than Light armor but less protective than Heavy armor. Unlike Light armor-wearing Magicians or Priests, Archers don't have protective spells or heavy armor. Instead, **Archers rely on their teammates and, crucially, their Pets to absorb damage**.

**Tamed Pets are essential for Archers**. Initially, your pet options might be limited, but as you progress, **Archers gain access to unique pets unavailable to other classes**, enhancing their status as one of the most powerful classes in the game.

How to Get Beast Tamer in Rune Slayer

At **Level 30**, Archers, like all classes in *Rune Slayer*, can choose a subclass. For Archers, the choice is between **Sharpshooter and Beast Tamer**. Opt for **Beast Tamer** as soon as you reach level 30.

There's currently **no compelling reason to choose Sharpshooter**. While firing multiple arrows sounds appealing, it pales in comparison to the Beast Tamer's **Alpha Predator passive ability**, which enables you to tame unique beasts like Bears, Adult Spiders, Crocodiles, and **Mud Crabs**. This subclass makes Beast Tamers exceptionally resilient and powerful, capable of soloing many group activities.

Best Early Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

As you approach the maximum level, the **Elder set** is a great starting point for Archers, complemented by a few key items. The best early weapon to acquire is the **Troll Tusk Bow**, which occasionally drops from the Hill Troll.

You can craft the entire Elder 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 robust Beast Tamer pet.

Best Late Endgame Armor and Weapon for Archers

At max level, to fine-tune your Archer, join the **Demon Sect**. Engage in PvP by **killing players from the opposing faction** to increase your standing and earn the **Stalker armor set**. Be prepared to save up a significant amount of in-game currency.

While working on this, also take on **Amphitheres** in Greatwood Forest, as they have a small chance of dropping **Vermilion, the best bow currently available in *Rune Slayer***.

That's all you need to know to excel 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.