Tank 2H Sword Build
A durable endgame build for players who enjoy using a two-handed sword while ignoring most enemy mechanics through high survivability and strong Sword Skill damage. Designed for Very Hard difficulty and fully capable of handling Death Game Mode once properly geared.
This build focuses on repeatedly using Sword Skills, weaving in normal attacks to recover SP and finish weaker enemies.
Recommended Stage
This build is intended for the endgame.
Recommended requirements:
- Access to Keystones
- Access to Purple EX Mods
- Character level 160+
Weapon
Mithril Saber
Recommended because it provides:
- High Sword Skill performance
- Bonus damage effect
- INT scaling, which increases:
- EXP gain
- Inventory slots
- Status resistances
The Freeze effect is largely irrelevant for this build.
Alternatives
Any strong 2H sword can perform well, especially weapons with:
- Dark Adaptation
- Sword Skill-focused EX Mods
There is currently no 2H sword that significantly outperforms the Mithril Saber for this setup.
Recommended EX Mods
- Damage Taken -30%
- Sword Skill Damage +30%
- Sword Skill Cooldown -30%
- Experience Gained +30%
Once you reach your desired level, replace the EXP bonus with one of the following:
- ATK
- SP
- Stamina
- HP
Equipment
Recommended Set
- Hero’s Attire
- Bellringers
- Hero’s Boots
Temporary Alternatives
Until you obtain the Hero’s set:
- Earthly Jacket
- Idaten Greaves
If you do not have Bellringers, use gloves that increase Sword Skill performance or SP, such as:
- Sleek Gloves
- Ragefang Gauntlets
Sacred Tree Brooch
Main Stone
- Brown Stone
Provides a significant Sword Skill Damage bonus.
Secondary Stone
- Blue Stone
Can be placed in the main slot if additional survivability is needed.
Small Slot
- Red Stone
Provides a small defensive shield and is generally the preferred choice.
For exploration, you can replace it with:
- Yellow Stone
Sword Skills
Brutal Fang
Primary damage skill with multiple hits.
Avalanche
Gap closer that allows quick engagement.
Cyclone
Circular AoE attack for clearing groups of enemies.
This combination performs well in nearly every encounter. The build’s high durability allows you to safely use multi-hit Sword Skills even against enemies with dangerous attacks.
Stat Distribution (Level 160+)
| Stat | Recommended Value |
|---|---|
| VIT | 60+ |
| END | 10 |
| MND | 10 |
| STR | 60+ |
| DEX | 100 |
| AGI | 1 |
| INT | 90 |
Leveling Priority
- Prioritize DEX early.
- Gradually invest in INT.
- Add VIT whenever additional survivability is needed.
- Raise STR to 60 after reaching important DEX and INT milestones.
- Leave END and MND at 10, as this reaches their most efficient breakpoints.
- Keep AGI at 1 since normal attacks are only used between Sword Skills.
After level 160, additional points can be invested wherever desired. Strength is generally the most efficient choice, as survivability is already sufficient for virtually all current content.
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