This selection of templates does not fit into traditional archetypes and often utilizes specific systems (such as the Backstabber) to function effectively.
Basic Backstabber (700 Skill Points)
Stats:
- 100 Strength
- 100 Dexterity
- 25 Intelligence
Skills:
- 100 Macefighting or Fencing
- 100 Tactics
- 100 Hiding
- 100 Stealth
- 100 Stealing
- 100 Snooping
- 100 Tracking or Camping
Playstyle:
- Master the Hide/Stealth mechanic; corners are useful for re-hiding.
Gear Recommendations:
- Burst Weapon for backstab, Grinding Light/Medium for follow-up if needed.
Book/Codice/Kit Requirements:
- Thieves Codex, Macefighting or Fencing Codex
Aspect Required:
- Shadow (mandatory)
Misc:
- A unique playstyle that is extremely safe from PKs (with Tracking).
- Carry a few Smokebombs for additional safety.
- Use potions for extra healing, or swap Tracking/Camping for Chivalry.
- Must join the Thieves Guild (Grey or Red Hand) to level the Thieves Codex.
Advanced Party Tank (720 Skill Points)
Stats:
- 100 Strength
- 100 Dexterity
- 25 Intelligence
Skills:
- 120 Blacksmithing or Item Identification
- 120 Chivalry
- 100 Tactics
- 80 Mace Fighting
- 80 Anatomy
- 80 Healing
- 80 Parrying
- 60 Resisting Spells
Playstyle:
- Absorb heavy damage while providing buffs and area heals.
Gear Recommendations:
- Grinding Light Mace, Platemail + Shield
Book/Codice/Kit Requirements:
- Chivalry Book, Macefighting Codex, Healer’s Codex
Aspect Recommendations:
- Artisan, Earth, Holy
Link Recommendations:
- Melee Aspect Chance, Melee Aspect Effect, Melee Damage/Armor Ignore
Misc:
- Highly specialized build for tanking in group play.
- 120 Blacksmithing/Artisan is expensive.
- Item Identification with Earth or Holy is a cheaper alternative but provides fewer party buffs.
Advanced Mugger (Skinner) (720 Skill Points)
Stats:
- 100 Strength
- 100 Dexterity
- 25 Intelligence
Skills:
- 120 Stealth
- 120 Camping
- 110 Forensic Evaluation
- 100 Hiding
- 100 Stealing
- 90 Tracking
- 80 Mace Fighting or Fencing
Playstyle:
- Use Blackguard or Wild Swing stance to mug mobs before skinning them.
Gear Recommendations:
- Burst Weapon for backstab, Grinding Light/Medium for follow-up.
Book/Codice/Kit Requirements:
- Thieves Codex, Macefighting or Fencing Codex
Aspect Required:
- Shadow
Link Recommendations:
- Backstab Damage, Damage Above 66% HP, Melee Damage/Armor Ignore
Misc:
- Requires an already leveled Thieves Codex to function effectively.
- Carry Smokebombs to escape from PKs.
Advanced Mugger (Healer) (720 Skill Points)
Stats:
- 100 Strength
- 100 Dexterity
- 25 Intelligence
Skills:
- 120 Stealth
- 100 Camping
- 100 Hiding
- 80 Mace Fighting or Fencing
- 80 Stealing
- 80 Forensic Evaluation or Tracking
- 80 Healing
- 80 Anatomy
Playstyle:
- Use Blackguard or Wild Swing stance to mug mobs using the Thieves Codex.
Gear Recommendations:
- Burst Weapon for backstab, Grinding Light/Medium for follow-up.
Book/Codice/Kit Requirements:
- Thieves Codex, Macefighting or Fencing Codex, Healer’s Codex
Aspect Required:
- Shadow
Link Recommendations:
- Backstab Damage, Damage Above 66% HP, Melee Damage/Armor Ignore
Misc:
- Requires an already leveled Thieves Codex to function effectively.
- Carry Smokebombs to escape from PKs.
- Use the Healing Codex for resurrecting players to gain bonus karma.
Advanced Party Healer (720 Skill Points)
Stats:
- 100 Strength
- 25 Dexterity
- 100 Intelligence
Skills:
- 120 Chivalry
- 100 Magery
- 100 Tactics
- 90 Spirit Speak
- 80 Wrestling
- 80 Meditation
- 80 Parrying
- 70 Resisting Spells
Playstyle:
- Provide direct and area heals along with instant resurrections to support the party.
Gear Recommendations:
- Leather Armor, Magic Spellbook for mana refund.
Book/Codice/Kit Requirements:
- Chivalry Book, Wizard’s Grimoire, Summoner’s Tome
Aspect Recommendations:
- Water, Void
Link Recommendations:
- Effect Magic Resist, Meditation Rate, Disrupt Avoid Chance
Misc:
- Highly specialized support build with minimal offensive capability.
- Several variations are possible, including builds incorporating Focus, Necromancy, etc.