Updated September 24, 2025
With the official release of SWORN, we've double-checked and improved our best class builds list.
This guide will break down the best SWORN builds so you know the most efficient Weapons, Spells, and Fae Lord synergies. With some Fae Lord’s Blessings capable of making or breaking a run, understanding how to build each class is key to taking down King Arthur.
Best Character Builds in SWORN - All Classes
| Character | Weapon | Skill | Main Fae Lord | Secondary Fae Lord |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vigilante | Chakrams | Shadow Strike | Babd | Titania Lugh Mab Oberon Beira |
| Monk | Tome | Black Hole | Titania Lugh | Oberon Lugh Babd |
| Rook | Great Hammer | Counter | Gogmagog | Lugh Titania Mab |
| Specter | Claws | Mystic Beam | Mab | Lugh Oberon Titania |
The best builds in SWORN come from understanding how your Weapons and Spells interact with the Blessings you receive. Since RNG determines what you have to work with, it’s unlikely you’ll recreate the same build every time. Instead of chasing a perfect setup, focus on acquiring two key Fae Lord Blessings and build around their strengths. For example:
- Stealth builds excel with high-scaling damage Fae Lords like Babd, Lugh, and Titania, but struggle with Gogmagog, who relies on rapid hits to charge his Stagger meter.
- Ranged builds should avoid Dash Blessings, as most are designed for dodging enemies at close combat.
Best Vigilante Build in SWORN
Success with Vigilante comes down to Shadow Strike + Babd, making it crucial to prioritize as many Babd Blessings as possible. The Chakram features an unlockable passive called Rebound Blades, which grants a 50% damage increase when returning to Vigilante. Doubling down with Babd's Deadly Precision Blessing lets you boost all Backstab damage at once for devastating results. Here are the key Blessings to prioritize when playing as Vigilante.
| Weapon | Spell | Main Fae Lord | Secondary Fae Lord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chakrams | Shadow Strike | Babd (Spell) | Titania/Lugh or Mab/Oberon (Heavy Attack): Backstab into single-hit Ignite/Crit or stack-building Venom/Fury combo Babd (Light Attack + Deadly Precision) double-scaling Backstab damage. Beira (Spell regen passives) |
Best Monk Build in SWORN
Monk excels at ranged combat, especially with the Tome + Black Hole combo. Unlike Vigilante, Monk isn’t as reliant on specific Fae Lords — her strength comes from the ability to attack from anywhere. To maximize her damage output, focus on heavy-hitting Blessings from Lugh and Titania. Here's which Blessings, weapon, and spell to prioritize when playing as Monk:
| Weapon | Spell | Main Fae Lord | Secondary Fae Lord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tome | Black Hole | Titania/Lugh (Spell/Heavy Attack) | Babd (Heavy Attack) Oberon (Light Attack + Damage-increasing passives) Beira (Spell regen passives): If your main damage output is from Black Hole Lugh (Dash): The only Dash that has synergy with ranged characters |
Best Rook Build in SWORN
As SWORN’s tank, Rook excels with Stun mechanics and high-scaling attacks. A successful run with Rook comes down to balancing his defensive playstyle with high-damage output.
For the best results with Rook, prioritize Gogmagog, whose defensive bonuses and Stun control make him the ideal Fae Lord for Rook. Once enemies are stunned, follow up with powerful attacks from Titania or Lugh to maximize damage. Here are the key Blessings to prioritize when playing as Rook:
| Weapon | Spell | Main Fae Lord | Secondary Fae Lord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Hammer | Counter | Gogmagog (Heavy Attack + Defensive Bonuses) | Titania / Lugh (Light Attack + Spell): High-scaling damage. Titania focuses more on explosive/burning damage whereas Lugh increases the chances of Critical Hits. Mab / Cilona (Light Attack + Health/Weak Bonuses): Improves survivability. |
Best Specter Build in SWORN
While Specter has a lower base Attack, his nimble strikes and high-damage Mystic Beam make him an excellent Venom-spreading unit. Pairing him with Mab and her Brood Mother companion adds an extra layer of battlefield control — especially when you let the summoned spiders multiply by taking out weaker enemies. Here are the key Blessings to prioritize when playing as Specter:
| Weapon | Spell | Main Fae Lord | Secondary Fae Lord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claws | Mystic Beam | Mab (Light Attack + Health Bonuses + Infect Blessings) | Lugh (Spell): For high-scaling bursts of damage. Oberon (Spell + Damage Bonus): For consistently increasing damage, but it’s unlikely you’ll get to use all 10 stacks consistently. Lugh (Dash): Synergizes well with Mab’s health-restoring abilities. Titania / Lugh (Heavy Attack): High-damage-scaling hits. |
SWORN Best Class Builds FAQ
Monk Tome build is the best choice at the start, provided you've unlocked this class and weapon. This build has an excellent balance between close and ranged attacks, letting you experiment with different spells.
Vigilante with a bow is the best starting option when you're playing with others. This way, you can stay out of their way while still being very useful with a powerful heavy attack.
If you're a skilled player in similar games (Hades, for example), you should look for close combat, dash-friendly builds. But if this fast-moving combat is a bit overwhelming, start with ranged options.
For more SWORN, check out our Ultimate SWORN Beginner’s Guide on Pro Game Guides.
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