Build:The Ash Knight

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The Ash Knight is a high damage melee build that consistently deals two types of damage while simultaneously being low maintenance. The white armor we use is legacy equipment so that means new game+ however the transformative items are not hard to locate. Brace and counter strike give use extra defensive options while moon swipe gives us an ultimate killing move if you are powered up with Focus and Rage. Because of leyline connection, we also do not have to manage our mana too much and have a decently powered range attack from elemental discharge.

As far as faction options go, you can really go with any faction though I recommend Blue Chamber for the Extra Health and Mana. You only really need to sacrifice three times and if you achieve perfect success outcomes on your blue chamber quest line your character will end up with 185 health, 185 Stamina, and 120 mana. As a result we are tanky, we have powerful magic options, and we can deal with most enemy types.

This build does not require any DLC and you can pick any backpack that you wish. Generally I used Melfino's Trader backpack so that I can carry more to sell. Utilizing enchantments will only make your character increasingly tankier, your weapon stronger.