Wartales Best Builds For Each Class The Skelmar Invasion

I tend to enjoy experimenting with class builds as I go, altering specs as my party grows in number and the needs of the group change. But below you’ll find the best builds I’ve come to rely on for each class in Wartales.

Best builds for each class in Wartales

While these are the best builds for each class in my experience, your mileage will of course vary. There are many things to take into consideration when choosing a class build, such as party makeup and size. Some players will completely ignore a class, while taking several characters in another, meaning you may want to have them different. For example, you might want a Brute that’s a tank and another that’s a pure DPS. Our guide to choosing specializations for your builds will set you off in the right direction. Remember to save often because it is relatively easy to retread your ground if you decide to change things up. Also, if a character isn’t pulling their weight and you hate their spec, don’t be shy to use them as cannon fodder and replace them in the next town. It’s a harsh world and you need to do what it takes to give yourself the best chance of success.  

Best Archer builds in Wartales

I’m not big on Archers, but having at least one is advisable in any party as they can help out from long distances anywhere needed, making them a great utility troop. Some will choose the Beastmaster option, as it gives you control over your animals, but I’m happy to let them roam free (embrace the chaos!).  When choosing a profession, my recommendation would be Alchemist or Angler because it provides additional DEX stat boosts alongside Crit chance increase. As for starting traits, you should pick Quick and Bloodthirsty for more DEX and crit hit bonus.

Best Brute builds in Wartales

Your Brutes are likely to outstrip your Warriors in terms of all-out damage and are tailor-made to use two-handers. As quite a lot of legendary items are two-handed, you’ll want some Brutes around to take advantage. However, they’re equally adept with one-handers and a shield if you want them tanking for you. Brutes are much more strength-focused, so when picking a profession, your best bet would be to choose either Blacksmith or Cook, depending on which one you require more. Apart from that, you should pick Strong and Brawny as their starting trait for an additional stat boost to Strength and Constitution.

Best Pugilist builds in Wartales

The Pugilist class was added to the game’s first DLC package and was a real game-changer for me. They add a new level of decision-making, as many of their skills trigger different bonuses depending on the pugilist’s stance. This can be changed each turn, making you more offensive or defensive. They also do the greatest damage of any class, with their level 12 Bravery ability able to take down everything but the toughest bosses in one hit.  When you’re choosing a profession for Pugilists, you get much more flexibility because of their balanced stats. Because of that, you can choose Tinkerer for most value, or something like Blacksmith for additional strength. The best-starting traits for them are Strong and Bloodthirsty for increased strength and critical hit.

Best Ranger builds in Wartales

Rangers have been essential to my success in the game and I like to run with close to a one-per-melee engager ratio where possible. Ranger back attacks do massive damage, they make great torch carriers in tombs, while their wide array of hampering utility abilities can help in most situations.  Thief and Tinkerer are the best professions to select when you’re building Rangers in Wartales because they provide a boost to their dexterity as well as critical hit damage. Apart from that, you should pick Quick and Nimble as their starting trait for additional Dexterity and Movement Speed.

Best Spearman builds in Wartales

I survived without any Spearmen for a long time, but once battlefields start getting busier with more enemies they come into their own. They’re a little harder to protect than Archers as they need to be nearer the frontline, and they take some practice to position well consistently. Once mastered though, they’re great at plugging holes and slowing enemy advances.  Miner and Cook are great profession choices for the Spearman because of the additional strength boost and usability. Moreover, when paired with Strong and Bloodthirsty starting traits, you can get a lot more value out of them.

Best Swordsman builds in Wartales

While not the most glamorous of jobs in Wartales, everyone needs at least one tank to get smacked while your DPS party members get to work. You can live without any swordsmen in your party if you want to get the job done quickly, but they do make better tanks than both Brutes and Warriors.  Swordsmen in Wartales completely revolve around Strength and Constitution stats, and professions like Blacksmith and Woodcutter are best for them to maximize that stat. Additionally, you can pick Brawny and Thick-Skinned as starting traits to bolster the stat boosts.

Best Warrior builds in Wartales

I love these guys almost as much as the Rangers. Warriors can dish out massive damage while standing toe-to-toe with most enemies, although they can’t take a beating like a Swordsman. But if you want to create mayhem early and often on the battlefield, pack it full of Warriors and go to town. Warriors are inherently similar to Spearmen but lack the range that they make up with higher DPS. So, the best profession picks for this class are Miner and Cook with Strong and Bloodthirsty as traits to maximize their Strength boost and critical hits.

Best Crossbowman Build in Wartales

Crossbowman is a popular class added to Wartales with the Skelmar Invasion DLC. They are a strong alternative to regular Archers with Crossbows and can provide much greater value, especially if you can position them right. Here’s the best Crossbowman build you can use: Dexterity is essential for Crossbowmen, so if you want to choose a profession for your characters with the Crossbowman class then your ideal choices would be Alchemist or Angler, similar to that of archers, Moreover, you can try to get extra DEX from having traits like Quick and Bloodthirsty and even get some Crit Hit bonuses. For more on Wartales here at Pro Game Guides, take a look at Wartales Max Party Size & Optimal Size, Wartales Ghost Carcass Guide, and more!