The best Elden Ring classes depends on how you want to play. All Elden Ring classes have similar concept to the game Dark Souls. Each classes are unique. Learn all the classes and pick which one best suits you.
10 starting classes available in Elden Ring are as follows:
- Vagabond – A tanky class with good stats and a 100% physical damage reduction shield allowing players a sizeable advantage over some other Classes. Best for new players and veterans that don’t plan to use spells.
- Warrior – A dual-wielding powerhouse for fans of fast-paced melee combat. It starts off with a high dexterity stat and two scimitars.
- Hero – A straightforward melee-focused class that begins the game with high Strength, Endurance, and Vigor stats alongside a one-handed axe and a medium-sized shield for some extra protection in a pinch.
- Bandit – Doesn’t bring much to the table for the more commonly desired stats, instead offering a lot of points in Arcane.
- Astrologer – A very good mage setup that’s easy to upgrade quickly due to access to spells and a good Staff early on. Great for new players and veterans.
- Prophet – A Faith-based starting class with a focus on using incantations to deal damage and heal themselves and their allies.
- Samurai – A good mix of melee and ranged combat, with a weapon that causes bleed and an excellent ability in unsheathe.
- Prisoner – Though a more advanced playstyle, it’s hard to argue that this class has an exceptional loadout and stat spread. Will shine in the hands of a souls veteran.
- Confessor – Although designed to be a mix of combat and stealth, this class can be seen as the defacto “Paladin” class. This one sets players up with a 100% physical damage reduction shield.
- Wretch – A blank slate character that starts with all stats set to level 10 and wields only a club for boinking baddies.
Below is a quick break down of 6 classes for best builds that are suitable for beginners. (for reference only)
Vagabond Build
- Right Weapon 1: Maliketh’s Black Blade
- Right Weapon 2: Stormhawk Axe
- Left Shield: Hawk Crest Wooden Shield
- Attributes to increase: Strength and Vigor
Warrior Build
- Right Weapon 1: Shamshir
- Right Weapon 2: Reduvia
- Left Shield: Large Leather Shield
- Attributes to increase: Endurance and Dexterity
Bandit Build
- Right Weapon 1: Rapier
- Right Weapon 2: Red Branch Shortbow
- Left Shield: Large Leather Shield
- Attributes to increase: Strength and Dexterity
Astrologer Build
- Right Weapon 1: Astrologer’s Staff
- Right Weapon 2: Carian Glintstone Staff
- Left Shield: Blue-White Wooden Shield
- Attributes to increase: Mind and Intelligence
- Spells to use: Carian Slicer and Roiling Magma
Prophet Build
- Right Weapon 1: Academy Glintstone Staff
- Right Weapon 2: Azur’s Glintstone Staff
- Left Shield: Scripture Wooden Shield
- Attributes to increase: Mind and Faith
- Incantations to use: Flame Of The Fell God and Heal
Samurai Build
- Right Weapon 1: Serpentbone Blade
- Right Weapon 2: Greatbow
- Left Shield: Marred Leather Shield
- Attributes to increase: Strength and Dexterity
Now you have an idea of the classes. You should be able to begin your journey with some knowledge of Elden Ring classes and builds.
