THE MOST POWERFUL BUILD EVER? - Sanctum Crossbow PvP
10,578So I gave the Sanctum Crossbow a shot... and shot again... and again... and shed a silent tear for the poor brave souls of Iron Bridge.
This might be the most powerful build ever... it is pretty damn easy to win. You could even add weapons or spells to this... I might make a simple counter build guide if this ever becomes a problem... better stack up on that dark resistance!
-Build Notes-
-30 int and faith at least is needed for this sort of damage. Stick with 27 and wear the Kings Crown for a bonus +3/+3, all bow to the king baby!
- From what I remember, infusing it with Dark increases the damage, I need to retest this.
- Dark Clutch ring is a must! Easily adds +300 damage.
-Use the Bracing Knuckle Ring +2. You have 45 durability and each shot costs 10 normally, and only 5 with the ring.
- Other rings are up to preference, although anything that helps stamina is good for evasion.
-Sanctum Shield is a great side-arm. Great damage, can function as a buffing spell casting tool prefight (a bit slow for spells in battle) and has decent block values.
- Lots of spells are open to you, I would say try Walk of Peace but it isn't even needed. You can be a big dirty cheat and use it on dragon bros who spawn in but you would dishonour King Sanctum's name.
-The Disc chime has even better damage and has great lightning resistances too!
- Engraved gauntlets can let you crit for mad damage, although rare.
-Sanctum Crossbow Tips-
-Normally you cannot move while the shot readies up, do any of the suggestions below to bypass this!
- STRAFE SHOT = Tap the aim button while charging and you can move freely while readying the shot! Go give em a 360 no-scope!
- PIVOT SHOT = Toggling the lock on will quickly snap your character around, great for first shot of the match since you can hide your animation when facing away.
- ROLL CANCEL = Are they getting to close? Simply roll away, you can roll/backstep freely as it charges providing you do it somewhat early. Can be combined with the Strafe Shot for maximum movement.
-Also note that using the pivotshot/toggle can make the bullets fly off in weird directions and arcs. So it may miss if left too late.
So what is better between the Sanctum Crossbow and Sanctum Repeating Crossbow for PVP? I'd say the non-repeating crossbow is much better. Consistent damage, great range and very light to carry.
Also major thanks to Ulux again for recommending that I try out the Sanctum! Feel free to check out his channel here! https://www.youtube.com/user/UluxVideos
-MUSIC CREDITS-
Gods bound by Rules & Yonah - NIER. Seriously give this game a play, or at the very least a good listening too.
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