The BEST Elden Ring Assassin Build

Elden Ring allows players to experience effective builds, test out different talismans and armor sets, and combine them to formulate some of the best builds that will decimate any enemy or boss that dares wander in front of the adventurer. With the Assassin Build, players can obliterate foes easily and take control of them. 

Stealth Or Bleed-Based Assassin Build

I recommend you go through the following summary for the Best Assassin Build in Elden Ring:

Assassin Build Attributes 

Players will benefit greatly from these attributes if they invest in them, as most of the scale of the weapon is off the three primary attributes and one secondary attribute. The main being Dexterity, Endurance, and Vigot, and the secondary being Arcane. Like these attributes, the Elden Ring Strength Build might help you in your future builds! 

Dexterity 

Dexterity is crucial for the Assassin Build, enhancing weapon damage, spell-casting speed, and fall damage resistance. Players should prioritize investing points in Dexterity for this build.

Endurance 

Endurance is essential for controlling stamina, sprinting, and Equip Load Limit. Players should allocate points to Endurance to improve their stamina management and overall performance in combat.

Vigor 

Investing in Vigor increases HP and improves Fire Resistance and Immunity, reducing Fire damage and enhancing personal defenses. Players aiming for higher HP and survivability should allocate points to Vigor.

Arcane 

Lastly, a secondary attribute players should consider investing in is Arcane, as it primarily controls the Discovery of items for players, boosting up the adventurer’s overall protection against holy damage increasing their Vitality, and boosting the best incantations launched towards enemies. Here is a guide on some of the best Elden Ring Arcane Weapons. 

Weapons For Assassin Build

Now, for the Assassin Build, plates can either duel-wield one of the weapons we will mention or dual-wield both to bring in the ultimate damage and deplete the enemy’s HP faster.

Below, I’ve outlined a comprehensive statistical comparison of the best weapons for the Assassin Build:

Reduvia 

Starting with the Reduvia, it’s a great weapon for players who want to focus on backstabbing opponents and dealing significant blood damage. It scales off Arcane, Dexterity, and Strength attributes, making it suitable for this build. Dual-wielding Reduvias allows players to charge into enemies, slash, and cause bleed buildup with the weapon skill “Reduvia Blood Blade.”

Misericorde 

Another great weapon option for this assassin-focused build is the Misericorde, which is highly effective against tougher bosses. I recommend pairing it with the Reduvia, as this combination can result in deadly attacks that quickly eliminate enemies. Its “Quickstep” weapon skill allows players to swiftly return to their original stance, dodge enemy attacks, and counter effectively.

Armor Sets For Assassin Build

I suggest aiming for these Armor Sets for the Assassin Build:

Considering stealth is so important for the Assassin Build, players should look into lighter sets, and with two groups that are highly viable options, let’s take a look at what they are! The sets will typically comprise a mask/hat/helmet, chest armor, a pair of greaves, and gauntlets. 

Black Knife Set 

The first excellent option that is the star of the build is the black knife set, which will be highly focused on boosting the player’s stealth and will instantly help them gain victory. The collection will typically comprise a mask/hat/helmet, chest armor, a pair of greaves, and gauntlets.

Black Knife Hood 

Starting with the headpiece, the Black Knife Hood is a lightweight hood ideal for the assassin builds a stealthy playstyle. It provides decent physical, slash, and pierce damage negation, robustness, and immunity resistance.

I recommend checking out the stats for damage negation and personal resistance:

Black Knife Armor

Continuing with the Black Knife Armor, this lightweight armor piece complements the assassin build’s agile playstyle. It protects the abdomen, reduces the damage from stomach shots, and provides good overall personal protection and defense.

I recommend checking out the stats for damage negation and personal resistance:

Black Knife Gauntlets 

Finally, we have the Black Knife Greaves, which complete the Black Knife Set and are vital for any player adopting the Assassin Build. These greaves offer protection to the legs and allow the player to move swiftly and quietly, supporting an assassin’s agile and stealthy playstyle. Here are the stats for damage negation and personal resistance for the Black Knife Greaves:

Black Knife Greaves 

Ending the black knife set with the Black Knife Greaves, the player will be inevitably guarded after being adorned on the player’s feet and legs. Intake decreased overall damage from the opponent’s end, all the while also becoming stealthy and not making any sounds when they are sneaking up towards their foes to launch attacks at them. 

Physical, strike, and slash damage negation is prioritized while providing the player with enhanced Robustness and Immunity Resistance. 

Alberich’s Set 

I believe Alberich’s Set is another viable option as it combines the coolness of a knight with the ability to perform its primary role effectively.

Alberich’s Pointed Hat 

Continuing with the Alberich’s Armor, this lightweight armor set is ideal for players who want to maintain agility and mobility in combat. The armor protects the torso and enhances the player’s personal resistance and damage negation. It allows players to move swiftly and perform agile actions while staying well-guarded.

I recommend checking out the stats for Alberich’s Armor:

Alberich’s Robe 

Concluding the Alberich’s Set, we have the Alberich’s Trousers, which offer protection for the legs while maintaining the lightweight nature of the set. These trousers enhance personal protection, damage negation, and resistance, ensuring that the player remains well-protected in combat. The lightweight design of the trousers allows for increased mobility and agility.

I found that the stats for Alberich’s Trousers were noteworthy.

Alberich’s Bracers 

With the Alberich’s Set equipped, players will enjoy the perfect balance of mobility and protection, allowing them to swiftly maneuver around enemies and land deadly blows while minimizing the damage taken. This Assassin Build excels in both PvE and PvP scenarios, making it a versatile choice for Elden Ring players looking to embrace a stealthy, agile, and highly effective playstyle.

Alberich’s Trousers 

Ending the set with the Alberich’s Trousers, they can provide them ample protection that the player needs to win a battle against any sort of enemies or bosses in Elden Ring. 

Talismans For Assassin Build

Following through, players can take into equipment some of the best talismans that will further buff them in battle and help them with certain benefits that might help them achieve victory much faster. 

Assassin’s Crimson Dagger 

Kicking it off with the direct name match, we have the Assassin’s Cerulean Dagger, an excellent talisman that players should have in their arsenal, primarily when they aim to use the Assassin Build. 

Lord of Blood’s Exultation 

The Lord of Blood’s Exultation talisman is a valuable addition to the Assassin Build, as it enhances the player’s attack power when enemies are affected by blood loss. This can be a significant damage boost, especially considering the build focuses on causing bleed buildup on opponents. In my opinion, with this talisman, players can unleash even deadlier attacks during combat, thereby increasing their effectiveness in both PvE and PvP encounters.

Crepus’ Vial 

The Crepus’ Vial talisman is useful for players who want to maintain stealth during combat without relying on the Black Knife armor set. It allows the player to move silently, reducing their noise when moving or attacking. This can be especially beneficial for backstabbing enemies or approaching opponents quietly, whether in PvE or PvP situations. The talisman’s effect doesn’t have a set duration, making it a valuable asset for stealthy gameplay.

Crimson Amber Talisman 

The Crimson Amber Talisman is valuable for boosting a player’s overall health points, providing greater survivability in battle. With increased HP, adventurers can confidently engage in combat, launching powerful attacks and facing formidable opponents without the constant fear of their health dwindling too quickly. This talisman can be a significant asset for players looking to stay alive and emerge victorious in challenging encounters.

Concealing Veil 

Another important talisman that players should consider having in their arsenal is the Concealing Veil, as it can greatly buff the overall stealth aspect of this build. Anytime the player is in an active battle with an enemy. After launching an attack, they hit the crouch button to crouch away; it will trigger the talisman effect, making the player go invisible. 

There have to be a certain number of rolls to trigger the talisman naturally, and anytime the player stands back up, it will negate the effect, or a kind of spell is cast, or a weapon is used, it will automatically break the impact. 

Radagon’s Soreseal 

Last but not least, I would recommend Radagon’s Soreseal, an excellent talisman for this build. It significantly enhances the overall effects and points of attributes such as Dexterity, Vigor, and Endurance, which are crucial for the Assassin Build. The minor side effect of equipping this talisman is that players will get more damage. Players can get the Radagon Icon talisman as well. 

Ashes of War To Equip 

Lastly, adventurers might want to equip a few ashes of war on their weapons to strengthen the Assassin build’s overall outcome and improve the player’s widespread damage.

Bloodhound Step 

The first ash of war, Bloodhound Step, grants adventurers the ability to cast invisibility upon themselves, allowing them to go all out and attack enemies while remaining unnoticed. The skill concludes with a dodge away from their foes.

Blood Blade 

As I mentioned before, the blood blade skill allows the player to cover their weapon in blood, which will cause a severe blood buildup on enemies while enabling adventurers to slowly deplete their opponent’s HP and render them useless. 

Assassin Build Playstyle 

The Assassin Build offers a straightforward yet effective playstyle, focusing on stealth and blood loss abilities to take down opponents swiftly and quietly. With weapons like the Reduvia and Misericorde in both hands, players can engage enemies with rapid and precise slashes and piercing attacks, causing them to succumb to bleed damage without risking their health.

Talismans like Lord of Blood’s Exultation enhance the damage output, allowing players to inflict severe bleed buildup and hemorrhage on their enemies, crippling them in combat. To maintain stealth and remain undetected, the Crepus’ Vial talisman helps players move quietly and sneak up on opponents. This build combines strategy, stealth, and precise strikes to achieve victory in both PvE and PvP encounters.

Pair it all with the player under the guard and protection of the Black Knife Set, which will further silence any sound made by the player, and I wrap up the Assassin Build here! Let me know what you think! If you want more help with builds, take a look at my Elden Ring Pyromancy Build!