Elden Ring

McShnutz

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The Bandit and Samurai are fast classes, but aren’t tanks like warrior or vagabound
Can I go back and switch my class. Or just start over a new game slot. I don't think i even have 1hr of game play yet,, so there probably nothing to truly loose by starting over.
I think I just have to spend more time trying to figure everything out instead of being upset it's not easy to me like most games are. I'm a very sore loser. Lol
 

Mr_X

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There is no real questline, meaning there is no linear quest. It's not a linear story driven game with quest checkpoints and side quests, such as Hades, Devil May Cry 5, or Witcher 3. its a game about exploration. study the enemy attacks and adjust accordingly. maps of the area are also found along the roadway. Remember to upgrade your armor and weapon at the Table of Lost Grace area.

If you look on your map, the sites of grace have a yellow fire like icon, which gives you a general idea of where to go next, so you won't be in an area with too high or too low level enemies.

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Mr_X

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Can I go back and switch my class. Or just start over a new game slot. I don't think i even have 1hr of game play yet,, so there probably nothing to truly loose by starting over.
I think I just have to spend more time trying to figure everything out instead of being upset it's not easy to me like most games are. I'm a very sore loser. Lol
you don't need to start over imo. just learn how enemies attack and don't get hit. this game is very flexible with building your character. dodge, roll, block, attack enemies from behind. there are many ways you can defeat your enemy, you just need to adapt to their weakness. you can also sprint past them if you choose not to fight them and want to find the next site of grace. I'm playing my Samurai character like metal gear solid or splinter cell, very stealth like (sneak, backstab, arrows, or jump from roofs and attacking. fast attacks instead of strong attacks.)
 

Mr_X

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Here is an example of one of the characters (samurai) i made who will mostly have points in dexterity and strength for strong fast attacks. Gameplay style will be more emphasized on stealth.

 

McShnutz

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Here is an example of one of the characters (samurai) i made who will mostly have points in dexterity and strength for strong fast attacks. Gameplay style will be more emphasized on stealth.

I can see where I went wrong now.
Thanks again!
 

Mr_X

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also if you plan to play sword and shield, you can enchant your sword and shield with magic spells so you do magic damage with your enchanted sword and can absorb magic damage with your enchanted shield. you just need a staff and the spells "Scholar's Shield" and "Scholar's Armament"
 

Milky Weed

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It is my first. And I so badly want to get the hang of it, I does look fun, but alot to take in with all the foraging needed.

The map is hard to figure out and there's no quests or direction of game play. I'm trying to collect everything I can running around. It won't let me craft anything yet.

I'll try that thanks.

I'm a vagabond
Take your time, maybe avoid bosses for now. Just practice dying over and over again youll get the hang of it.

My first ds game years ago when i was younger, i Had to learn to not break controllers in that first game lol ( i broke 2)
 

Shaded420

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Most new players get in the same mind set: heavy armor, big shield, spamming block. Not all shields are the same and some of them only have 55% damage reduction so even if you block you still take damage. Once you get your first 100% physical reduction shield you'll see a big change.

You need to adapt. Learn enemy movement and attack patterns. Pay attention to your equip load and how it impacts your movement. I stick to a medium equip load. Dodge > block, but block is used when necessary. Take your time and pick off enemies. Summon friends if you can!

PS players feel free to add me for some coop: Leddy420 is my PSN ID.
 

Mr_X

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My main is a Battle Mage. Magic enchanted sword and shield or staff and shield or seal and shield.

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