Discover how to create the best Enshrouded Tank Build, with a guide on the best weapons, skills, consumables, armor, and more!
The Tank build in Enshrouded contains a detailed walkthrough of all the components to enjoy the game: weapon choices, attributes, skill selections, gameplay tips, and gear.
Updated January 2025:The Battlemage build has been updated afterPatch 5, Version 0.8.0.0. The significant changes are fromPatch 4, which added new skills, max level increased to 35, and many more skill points (max of 146). We are collecting all new gear, weapons, and items. However, the skill selection is updated as you progress to the end game.
Everything You Need To Know about Tank Build Guide in Enshrouded
The Tank build in Enshrouded emphasizes damage reduction, crowd control, and survivability through a massive health pool. What makes the Tank unique is the damage reduction, resource generation with orbs, and the ability to use multiple weapons effectively. Your enemies won’t be doing nearly as much damage to you, or allies if you playmultiplayer. This build is great for players looking for a heavily armored tank that has a variety of weapons for damage sources.
This tank build will focus on melee combat, using a combination of swords, unarmed attacks, and wands for primary sources of damage. You will gain resources and health through kills and or critical strikes. Our build was created at level 25, currently the maximum level for Enshrouded Early Access.
Before progressing with our Best Enshrouded Tank Build, your character creation will not impact gameplay. There are no racial passives, ability scores, or attributes to consider. Thus, we advise you to select a character whose appearance resonates with you.
Tank Build Features & Mechanics
The following list presents all the features and mechanics for the Enshrouded Tank Build:
Weapon Choices
The primary weapon for the Tank build in Enshrouded is a one-handed melee weapon with a shield equipped. The shield will allow you to block, parry, and overpower or stun targets. Moreover, this build will use unarmed attacks with the skill Begone, and multiple ranged weapons. Below is an explanation of weapon choice, and when to use them.
Parry and Block
Enshrouded features blocking and parrying feature that requires precise timing. With a one-handed weapon and a shield equipped, you can block at any time. This cuts off stamina regeneration but mitigates and lowers damage. However, you can time a block perfectly, which parries or fills up the grey stun bar just below the health bar. This sets up an Overpowered or Merciless Attack, which with this Tank build, rewards you with resources.
The trick to parrying attacks is listening to the NPC monsters in Enshrouded. They will make verbal gestures that let you know they are attacking soon. Moreover, when their hands wield up in the air, in half a second later is a key time to block. However, if you struggle with this mechanic, simply block to reduce damage and practice over time.
Overpowered & Merciless
Inside the core skill tree, you can obtain the Merciless Attack skill. With this build, you gain mana upon a Merciless Attack and a lot more damage. Since you will be playing a tank, parrying, blocking, and filling up the stun bar will be commonplace. Thus, we recommend taking Merciless Attack and focusing on defensive gameplay reacting to incoming attacks.
Once the gray bar is filled under the health bar, the enemies will have a circle over their heads. If you have a Merciless Attack, you may approach and press your E key or interact button to trigger this attack. Just be warned, it can leave you vulnerable in multiple enemy encounters. Thus, it’s best to use it with one or two enemies attacking you.
Taunt and Aggro
Enshrouded features two skills that draw enemies’ attention which are called Taunt or Aggro. Nemesis and Arch Nemesis draw the “attention” of the enemy when an ally draws near. We didn’t select these two skills in the skill selection primarily because they cost 5 and 3 points respectively and we don’t know if you intend to play group play. Even if you do play as a group, it may just be best to have the tank charge in and draw attention vs. eight skill points.
However, if you enjoy group play and find allies dying to aggro, consider taking these two skills. Drop one point of Strength, Updraft, and Airborne to make up the skill point differential.
Best Tank Attributes & Combat Stats
The most important stat or attribute for the Tank in Enshrouded is the Constitution. Constitution increases your health, and with the Battle Heal skill, the larger heal when critically striking with a melee weapon. The second is strength if you wish to use melee weapons frequently. If you find yourself relying on staff and wands for damage, we recommend using intelligence-based food. This will increase your intelligence by +5 at max level and give you more damage, without having to respec skills or play aBattlemagetype of character.
Additionally, your Flame Altar level will increase your attribute bonus. This is a priority for improving your Enshrouded Tank build power level.
Skill Selections
In Enshrouded, you earn skill points from leveling and completing Elixir Wells. We have broken down the skill sections based on level range and listed the best skills to select at every level for this build. While your skill points totals may change depending on your overall level, and Elixir Well completions, save up skill points if you cannot afford one at your current level. Below is what our skill points were at various levels in Enshrouded:
The maximum level in Enshrouded is 35, with some enemies in further regions being level 35. The general skill selections below are geared towards combat performance specifically, and we will list and explain the most critical of all the skills. Moreover, look to the utility skill section if you prefer more utility, crafting, and less combat emphasis. Lastly, you can always respec your skill points with Runes at the Flame Altar so feel free to experiment. However, we feel the below selections are the best overall for combat power and enjoyment for the best Tank build in Enshrouded.
Levels 1-10 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Tank Build for Enshrouded from levels 1 to 10:
Level 11-20 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Tank Build for Enshrouded from levels 11 to 20:
Level 21-25 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Tank Build for Enshrouded from levels 21 to 25:
Level 26-35 Skills
Below is a list, in order, of the skills for the Best Tank Build for Enshrouded from levels 26 to 35:
Best Tank Skills Explained
Utility Skills
Below are recommended utility skills for this Tank Build, if you wish to sacrifice some combat performance:
Tank Gameplay & Tips
Below are our gameplay strategies and tips for playing the Enshrouded tank build:
Best Tank Weapons & Armor
Below is a list of the best Tank Build Armor and Weapons for Enshrouded:
Alternative Gear Sets
If you are not at the end game, use the BlacksmithCraftspersonto craft parry and constitution gear throughout your journey until the end game. Here’s what we recommend based on your level:
Best Tank Consumables
The best Tank consumables are those that increase your health, strength, and regeneration. You will find alternatives to the items we list here, most of which require cooking. Experiment, collect, and cook everything to see what you’re able to obtain early in the game. However, later you will find many items but must consume them to keep the buffs active.
In addition, make sure to carry berries (blueberries or strawberries) for health regeneration, water for stamina regeneration, and bandages for healing. As you advance, you can unlock the Alchemist and craft healing potions. This will help you early with survival, then start optimizing for damage with consumables.
Tank Changes in Patch 4 Enshrouded
Patch #4introduces the Albaneve Summits area, new quests, and a significant addition: thedual-wieldweapon type, accompanied by new gear, enemies, and decorative items for your house. Alongside new skills, the update brings numerous adjustments to existing skill trees and playstyles. Here are the Top 10 Combat Changes in Enshrouded Patch #4:
This update enriches the game with substantial content and adjustments, particularly for spellcasters and wizards, ensuring a more balanced and engaging gameplay experience.
Build Summary – Best Enshrouded Tank Build Guide
FAQs about the Tank Build in Enshrouded
Q1: What is the best weapon for a Tank in Enshrouded?
Answer: The best weapon for a Tank in Enshrouded is a sword, coupled with a shield for strong defense. The shield will allow you to block, parry, and overpower or stun targets.
Q2: Is the Tank build effective in Enshrouded?
Answer: Our Tank build is highly effective as part of a group, with a high survivability as well as crowed control skills that will make you an essential asset. However, if you are playing solo, your damage output will be much lower and slower without DPS to contribute.
Q3: What are alternatives for a Tank in Enshrouded?
Answer: Depending on your gameplay preferences, a Wizard would be a good alternative if you are looking for a powerful ranged DPS class. Or, if you prefer pure melee, than the Barbarian is a secondary option.
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