Every build should consider a 1-point dip into Witchcraft for "Oath of Desecration." It is the best damage buff in the game.
Special arrows (Static Cloud, Knockdown, Slow) are essentially spells that scale with your weapon damage and do not have cooldowns. An Archer with a full quiver is more versatile than any Mage, able to pivot from fire to ice to physical damage instantly. Essential Build Tips for All Classes
Rogues received a massive buff in the Enhanced Edition. While backstabbing remains their primary source of damage, their utility with grenades makes them the most versatile unit on the field.
Dexterity (Primary), Perception (Secondary). Essential Skills: Expert Marksman: Splitting Arrow, Ricochet, Arrow Spray.
The "Pinpoint" talent ensures your grenades never miss. While your Mage handles elemental CC, your Rogue can use "Nails" or "Firestorm" grenades to control the ground. Between turns, you use invisibility to reposition for a backstabbing flurry that can delete bosses in a single round. 3. The "Judge" (Two-Handed Knight)
Archers rely heavily on special arrows. Talents: Arrow Recovery and Stench (to keep enemies away).
To hold two wands for massive stat boosts and elemental variety.
In the Enhanced Edition, the Glass Cannon talent was nerfed. It is generally too risky for Honor Mode but can be fun for casual playthroughs.
Every build should consider a 1-point dip into Witchcraft for "Oath of Desecration." It is the best damage buff in the game.
Special arrows (Static Cloud, Knockdown, Slow) are essentially spells that scale with your weapon damage and do not have cooldowns. An Archer with a full quiver is more versatile than any Mage, able to pivot from fire to ice to physical damage instantly. Essential Build Tips for All Classes
Rogues received a massive buff in the Enhanced Edition. While backstabbing remains their primary source of damage, their utility with grenades makes them the most versatile unit on the field.
Dexterity (Primary), Perception (Secondary). Essential Skills: Expert Marksman: Splitting Arrow, Ricochet, Arrow Spray.
The "Pinpoint" talent ensures your grenades never miss. While your Mage handles elemental CC, your Rogue can use "Nails" or "Firestorm" grenades to control the ground. Between turns, you use invisibility to reposition for a backstabbing flurry that can delete bosses in a single round. 3. The "Judge" (Two-Handed Knight)
Archers rely heavily on special arrows. Talents: Arrow Recovery and Stench (to keep enemies away).
To hold two wands for massive stat boosts and elemental variety.
In the Enhanced Edition, the Glass Cannon talent was nerfed. It is generally too risky for Honor Mode but can be fun for casual playthroughs.