As highly praised as the new Elden Ring game is, it can still seem very overwhelming to new players who are aware of the infamous difficulty setting that the series is known for. Even prominent gamers have failed to rise to the challenge, like when Dr. Disrespect rage quit Elden Ring. Luckily, there are things that players can do to give them a starting boost in stats. Choosing the correct option out of the long list of beginning classes is vital for forming the character around their playstyle and selecting the most proficient weapons. So for new fans looking to do some research on what class best suits them, here are some options for starting classes in Elden Ring.
Best Beginner Classes in Elden Ring
Vagabond Balanced Starting Class
- Level: 9
- Vigor: 15
- Mind: 10
- Endurance: 11
- Strength: 14
- Dexterity: 13
- Intelligence: 9
- Faith: 9
- Arcane: 7
The Vagabond is arguably the best Elden Ring class for gamers who are unsure what to go for. It has the most even division of stats while still focusing on Vigor, Strength, and Dexterity. Gamers can get used to the standard weapons and still have a chance to put skill points towards magic if they would like, without being set back too far.
Hero Strength Class
- Level: 7
- Vigor: 14
- Mind: 9
- Endurance: 12
- Strength: 16
- Dexterity: 9
- Intelligence: 7
- Faith 8
- Arcane: 11
For gamers who prefer dealing with serious damage and don’t mind being heavier, this is the class for them. The Hero class offers the highest amount of starting strength stat points in Elden Ring, along with a high amount of health.
Prophet Magic Class
- Level: 7
- Vigor: 10
- Mind: 14
- Endurance: 8
- Strength: 11
- Dexterity: 10
- Intelligence: 7
- Faith: 16
- Arcane: 10
The prophet class specializes in defensive spells and using spears to hit enemies from a distance. Additionally, this class also starts off with the Heal and Beast Claw spells, which can be used to attack enemies and raise HP, perfect for getting out of a pinch without wasting flasks. However, it should be noted that they have the worst endurance out of all the other classes, so fans will still need to play carefully.
Samurai Endurance Class
- Level: 9
- Vigor: 12
- Mind: 11
- Endurance: 13
- Strength: 12
- Dexterity: 15
- Intelligence: 9
- Faith: 8
- Arcane: 8
The samurai class has the highest starting endurance stat in the game, with high dexterity and strength. While it might not be the best for people who want to use spells, Samurai can still use a mix of melee and bow and arrow weapons to attack enemies in various combat situations. Additionally, many players enjoy using the katana weapons for their quick movement and diverse move set, with the Moonveil katana being one of the most powerful weapons in the game.
Elden Ring is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
