ZeroesHero
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I haven't really seen a whole lot of in depth companion build stuff on here. Usually it's just a passing mention. I feel like they are too much of an integral part of the game to not put the time into. So I've decided to put my companion builds here and see what others have to say. Please share your companions build as well if you got a good one. Any advice or criticism of mine are welcome as i am always looking for ways to improve them.
So first up is Hirge. I've built her up as a tomb raider extroardinaire, so she is really only used for undead excursions.With death resistance at 150+ she is firmly in the 1/8 damage range from death attacks. Excellent for xp runs in the Abbey. Full Tolassian set, Nivarian Cloak, Shield of Life, Necklace of the Depths, Ring of Unlife, Greater Ring of Death, Blessed belt of Might, and Paladins Longsword. Heal 3, Crusader 3, Nivaria's Barrier 3. The sword and crusader skill gives her a total of +12 spirit damage, and the Barrier gives and extra 6 armor vs. undead. Pretty devestating and survivability all but guaranteed. Her healing kind of puts it over the top. I've been debating giving her Arbenos Might. That extra damage could go a long way, but I am worried she might prioritize that skill over healing.
Grissenda has become my overall day to day companion. I can use her in almost any situation, though I don't prefer her for Tolassion dungeons. Basic 2 handed warrior build. Heroic helm, Myrossian breastplate and gauntlets, Legion leggings and boots, Ring of Unlife, Iagus' ring of learning, Ursan Charm, Vorater Hide Mantle, Superior belt of Might, and Rancor (sometimes soul drinker). Cleave 3, Fury 3, 2 handed expert 3, resilience 2, and whirlwind 1. Originally was my go to for boss battles. Kind of got away from that a little, although I don't trade her out if she is already with me. Honestly not sure what else to do with her.
Adaon was a tough nut to crack. As a Rogue myself, I really didn't need him for gossip or traps or secrets. His ability to not die kind of sucks so it was hard to find a good use for him. I have been tinkering around and think I finally got it. Assassin's hood boot and cuirass, gloves of the explorer, lionskin leggings, ring of unlife, ring of health, ursan charm, primeval mantle, girdle of the rougue, devourers sting and cursed fang. Stab 4, sneak attack 3, archery 3. The most useful things about him are his Stab and Sneak attack. Massive damage ability. Devourers sting and Cursed Fang give him a stun and paralysis effect. I also run Devourers Sting and Cursed Fang for the same reason. Dual paralysis leaves even the toughest rumor bosses vulnerable to the constant flanking attacks. Already took out a few dragons, minotaur warlord, and some others with minimal damage taken. Still advisable to save before combat, as paralysis is still a low 6% chance per hit, but when it gets going, it's unstoppable. Pure dominance. I sometimes give him a bow, run a bow myself, and run through bandits in and around castle bluerock when I am just looking to kill time. Feels a little like playing Contra.
Again any advice or criticism is welcome. Please share your thoughts, and your own companion builds.
So first up is Hirge. I've built her up as a tomb raider extroardinaire, so she is really only used for undead excursions.With death resistance at 150+ she is firmly in the 1/8 damage range from death attacks. Excellent for xp runs in the Abbey. Full Tolassian set, Nivarian Cloak, Shield of Life, Necklace of the Depths, Ring of Unlife, Greater Ring of Death, Blessed belt of Might, and Paladins Longsword. Heal 3, Crusader 3, Nivaria's Barrier 3. The sword and crusader skill gives her a total of +12 spirit damage, and the Barrier gives and extra 6 armor vs. undead. Pretty devestating and survivability all but guaranteed. Her healing kind of puts it over the top. I've been debating giving her Arbenos Might. That extra damage could go a long way, but I am worried she might prioritize that skill over healing.
Grissenda has become my overall day to day companion. I can use her in almost any situation, though I don't prefer her for Tolassion dungeons. Basic 2 handed warrior build. Heroic helm, Myrossian breastplate and gauntlets, Legion leggings and boots, Ring of Unlife, Iagus' ring of learning, Ursan Charm, Vorater Hide Mantle, Superior belt of Might, and Rancor (sometimes soul drinker). Cleave 3, Fury 3, 2 handed expert 3, resilience 2, and whirlwind 1. Originally was my go to for boss battles. Kind of got away from that a little, although I don't trade her out if she is already with me. Honestly not sure what else to do with her.
Adaon was a tough nut to crack. As a Rogue myself, I really didn't need him for gossip or traps or secrets. His ability to not die kind of sucks so it was hard to find a good use for him. I have been tinkering around and think I finally got it. Assassin's hood boot and cuirass, gloves of the explorer, lionskin leggings, ring of unlife, ring of health, ursan charm, primeval mantle, girdle of the rougue, devourers sting and cursed fang. Stab 4, sneak attack 3, archery 3. The most useful things about him are his Stab and Sneak attack. Massive damage ability. Devourers sting and Cursed Fang give him a stun and paralysis effect. I also run Devourers Sting and Cursed Fang for the same reason. Dual paralysis leaves even the toughest rumor bosses vulnerable to the constant flanking attacks. Already took out a few dragons, minotaur warlord, and some others with minimal damage taken. Still advisable to save before combat, as paralysis is still a low 6% chance per hit, but when it gets going, it's unstoppable. Pure dominance. I sometimes give him a bow, run a bow myself, and run through bandits in and around castle bluerock when I am just looking to kill time. Feels a little like playing Contra.
Again any advice or criticism is welcome. Please share your thoughts, and your own companion builds.