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InLords Of The Fallen, you’ll encounter several classes to choose from when creating your character at the beginning of your gaming journey. Each of these classes has its distinct and unique characteristics, allowing you to select the one that aligns best with your preferred playstyle.
Whether you prefer destroying your enemies with heavy weaponry, executing swift combos, or harnessing the power of spells, this game offers a wide range of options. In this guide, we’ll delve into each class and help you determine the best fit for your gameplay style.
Just a disclaimer:there isn’t a single best class in the game. The reason is that each class is tailored to a distinct style and preference, and the game excels at guiding you to find the ideal starting class for your enjoyment. Think of these starting classes as the foundation for the character build you want to pursue.
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Class Overview
The Hallowed Knightclass isa good choice for beginners, and here’s why.
First and foremost, this class boastshigh Vitality with a score of 11and asolid Endurance rating of 15. This means that right from the start, you havea generous amount ofbothHP,which willallow you to withstand more enemy attacks before you die, andhigh Stamina,which lets you launch more attacks and evade incoming enemy strikes effectively.
Additionally, this class comes equipped witha short sword and a shield, providing you with the means toabsorb damage by blocking enemy attacks. Although the sword may not have an extensive reach, it still deliversa respectable amount of damage.
While the class starts with only three Briostone Pairs, they can prove valuable forregenerating your healthshould you deplete your Sanguinarix charges.
The Hallowed Knight class is particularly well-suited for those whoprefer wielding Strength-based weaponsanddonning medium armor. The initial armor set you receive providescommendable defensive attributes, particularlyagainst Physical and Wither damage.
In summary, the Hallowed Knight class is abeginner-friendly option, offering a smoother start to your in-game journey.
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The Udirangr Warwolfis all about being strong andcausing a lot of damage to your enemies. It starts with a baseStrength of 16,which is thehighest among all classes.
Your main focus is using big, powerful weapons thatdemandStrength stat.
Your starting weapon is a two-handed long sword thatdoes a lot of damage, but it has a rather slow attack, so this is something that you’ll need to get used to. Unlike the Hallowed Knight,you don’t have a shieldto protect yourself. Instead, you’ll have to dodge to avoid getting hit.
You also get a throwable weapon called the Bloody Hatchet that you’re able to throw to damage enemies from a distance, and itcauses them to bleed. But keep in mindit uses ammo, so you’ll run out eventually.
Regarding your starting items, you’ll haveMinor Fire Salts, which can be used toadd fire damage to your weapon. This extra fire damage can set your enemies on fire and cause them to take more damage over time.
The armor you get with this class providesstrong defense, so even though you don’t have a shield, you can take a lot of hits without getting hurt too badly.
The Udirangr Warwolf class is perfect forusing heavy weapons and smashing your enemies. If you’re looking to have a Strength melee build, this class is the best choice to start with.
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The Partisanis awell-rounded classthat doesn’t specialize in any one stat; instead, it’s pretty balanced at most of them. This meansyou’ll have more flexibility in shaping your characteras you progress.
You’ll start with a flail, which dealsdecent damage, anda shieldthat’s handy for blocking enemy attacks. What’s unique about this class is that it also comes witha crossbow,giving you a ranged option.
You can weaken your enemies from a distance using the crossbow and then move in for the final attack.
When it comes to armor,it’s surprisingly strong, offeringhigh defenseagainst various types of damage and status effects. Additionally, theUnripe Berrieswillboost your stamina regeneration. This can be quite valuable, especially during tough boss fights to help you dodge their attacks effectively.
This is anotherbeginner-friendly optionif you want to try different approaches and experiment with them.
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The Mournstead Infantry isa versatile classwith a balance of the two primary melee stats. It boasts ahigh Agility at 14and aStrength of 12.
With this class, you’ll start witha spear, which naturally has a longer reach that will let youstrike your foes from a safer distance. Additionally,you have a shieldfor blocking when needed.
Similar to the Udirangr Warwolf, this class includesa throwable weapon, the Short Javelin, which lets you attack from afar - just keep in mindit uses ammo.
The armor for this class doesn’t come up short when it comes to offering solid, all-around defensive stats.
While its Agility stat is the highest of all classes, you can consider itan all-rounder classsince both Strength and Agility are notably high. So, if you appreciate that balance, this class might be the right choice for you.
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Similar to the previous class,the Blackfeather Ranger is another versatile class with well-balanced stats. You’ll wield anaxe as your main weapon, havea bow for ranged attacks,and also have a shield for extra protection when things get tough.
Having both melee and ranged options is a smart move, and that’s exactly what this class provides.
The Blackfeather Ranger Set is versatile armor thatoffers balanced defense and resistance against various types of damage and status effects. It not only protects you but also has a stylish appearance that looks similar toEileen the Crow from Bloodborne.
Both this class and the Mournstead Infantry are consideredall-rounder classes. They offer flexibility, allowing you to experiment with both Strength and Agility weapons and giving you awell-rounded experience.
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In the world of Souls games, we’d label this class as a Dexterity class,where Dexterity is essentially called Agility in this game. It boasts thehighest Agility score of 16among all the classes, making it the go-to choice for using Agility-based weapons.
When you pick this class, you’ll find yourselfdual-wielding two daggersthat let youexecute rapid attacks and stylish combos. Your focus will be on agility in battle, but be cautious;mastering the art of dodging is essential.
If you’re new to the game, this class might not be the best choice because it doesn’t provide a shield, and it can take some time to get the hang of it.
On top of that, you’ll receivePoison Salts, a useful addition that lets youadd poison damage to your weapon. After landing enough attacks, you’ll build up a poison meter on your enemies, whichgradually saps their health.
This class includes throwing knives as well. These don’t do much damage, but they caninterrupt some enemies' attacksto give you distance or launch another combo.
If you enjoy swift, lengthy combos and aspire to build an Agility build, then theExiled Stalkeris perfect for you.
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TheOrian Preacheris yourfirst choice for spellcastingin this list,focusing on Radiant Spells.Think of Radiancelike Faith in other Souls games; it bringsflashy lightning spellsand offers options forhealing and buffing your character.
As for weapons, you’ll wield a hammer that dealsboth physical and holy damage. However, the shield option isn’t very useful, so it’s best not to rely on it and keep your distance.
Since this is a spellcaster class, you’ll start with your first Radiant spell,the Radiant Flare.This spell lets youlaunch a lightning attackat your enemies from a distance. You’ll also havea Manastone, whichgradually restores your Manaand allows you to cast spells more often.
The remarkable feature of the armor isits high resistance to Holy damage, so you won’t need to worry when facing enemies using lightning attacks.
Although it’s labeled as an ‘Advanced Class,’ if you enjoyed playing with Faith in other Souls games, you’ll find this class quite familiar and appealing.
The Pyric Cultist, our second spellcasting option, is all aboutharnessing Inferno Spellsandemphasizingthe Inferno stat.
Fireis the core focus of this class.
Similar to the Orian Preacher, this time around, you’ll receive your first Inferno spell,the Infernal Orb. This spell allows you tohurl a fiery orb at your enemies,inflicting fire damage upon them.
Your main weapon will bea staff, offeringa good reachand dealingboth physical and fire damageto your foes.
What sets the armor apart is not only its stylish appearance but also itsimpressive resistance to fire damage. It’s designed to keep you safe from flames.
Although this class is tagged as an “Advanced Class,” if you enjoy using Pyromancies and playing with fire, you’ll feel right at home with this class.
Throwing Rock
Well, there’s always that one class that’s almost useless, and it seems like a tradition in this type of game. Even developers labeled it with ‘Pick at your own risk,’ which proves a lot.
This class is typically not the best choice, especially if you’re new to Lords of the Fallen.
Your main weapon is aBroken Bucket,which, let’s be honest,doesn’t deal much damage. You also get literally aRockthat you can throw at enemies, likely more for taunting than actual combat.
Surprisingly,the armor is actually decentand provides reasonable defensive stats.
This class is often picked by veterans looking for an extra challenge in the game. However, the one saving grace is thatit has a flat stats allocation of nine in all attributes, making it a versatile choiceif you want to start any type of character build. That’s probably the only redeeming quality of this class, really.
