Wylder is the go-to melee class in Elden Ring: Nightreign, but don’t let his balanced stats fool you—he takes real skill to master. Here’s how to play him like a pro.
Wylder Guide – Elden Ring: Nightreign’s Balanced Brawler
Wylder is the first class most players will encounter in Elden Ring: Nightreign—he’s who you play in the tutorial, after all. But while he might look like the default “easy” option, mastering Wylder takes some real finesse.
He’s one of the best melee-focused Nightfarers, boasting high Strength, Dexterity, and HP, plus a combat toolkit that mixes speed, power, and utility. If you like Greatswords, explosive ultimates, and fast-paced brawling, Wylder’s your guy.
Wylder Playstyle & Overview
“A young man long in pursuit of the Nightlord, Wylder has defied death at every turn. He fights in memory of his fallen tribe.”
Wylder is a close-range brawler who thrives on high stamina and powerful melee weapons.
While not as tanky as the Guardian or as aggressive as the Raider, Wylder makes up for it with versatility and a solid stat spread. He’s a strong pick for new and experienced players alike.
He shines with Greatswords but can wield almost any melee weapon effectively. If you love being up in a boss’s face and landing clutch interrupts, Wylder will feel right at home.
🛡️ Wylder’s Abilities
Passive: Sixth Sense
- Survive a killing blow once per life.
- Instead of dying, Wylder deflects the hit and leaps backward.
- Recharge by getting revived or resting at a Site of Grace.
Skill: Claw Shot
- Shoots a grappling claw that pulls enemies in or yanks Wylder to large foes.
- Works on the environment too—great for movement.
- Adds mobility and gap-closing to Wylder’s kit.
Ultimate: Onslaught Strike
- Fires an iron stake in a huge AoE explosion.
- Staggers enemies and bosses—great for interrupts.
- Can be charged to increase damage and reduce recoil. Without charging, Wylder is launched backward on use.
🔮 Best Relics for Wylder
🟢 Core Stats:
- Strength, Dexterity, and Vigor give the best bang for your buck.
- These relics improve his survivability and melee damage.
🔥 Top Relic Bonuses:
- Claw Shot Follow-Up Attack – Adds a flame-powered follow-up slash after grapple.
- Ultimate Art Spreads Fire – Leaves a fire pool post-Onslaught Strike.
⏱ Other Great Perks:
- Character Skill Reduction – More Claw Shots = more mobility and more fire.
- Improved Fire or Physical Damage
- Improved Guarding or Stance Breaking
- Bonus Damage When Two-Handing
These bonuses often stack passively, so keep an eye on your gear drops even if you’re not actively wielding them.
⚔️ Best Weapons for Wylder
Wylder works best with Greatswords, plain and simple. They scale well with his stats and synergize with many of his relic bonuses (like Claw Shot Follow-Up).
But he’s no one-trick pony—Wylder can effectively use nearly any melee weapon. If a high-damage axe or curved sword drops and it outperforms your Greatsword, don’t be afraid to switch it up.
🧠 Advanced Wylder Tips
1. Don’t Marry the Greatsword
Yes, it’s his best weapon overall, but Wylder’s flexibility means you can take advantage of other powerful melee drops. Swap to something better if the stats make sense.
🔥 Pro tip: Against fire-weak bosses, a Greatsword + Follow-Up Attack relic combo can shred HP bars.
2. Onslaught Strike = Boss Control
Wylder’s Ultimate interrupts most boss attacks, including several Nightlord specials. Stay close, wait for a tell, and shut it down with Onslaught Strike. Perfect timing can give your team breathing room and a free crit.
🧠 If a Duchess is on your team, sync your Ult with her replay ability for double burst damage.
3. Master the Claw Shot Jump
Using Claw Shot to move forward? Jump right at the end of the grapple animation for a bit of extra distance and height. It’s small but helps close the gap on fast-moving targets—or get ahead of your team when racing toward field bosses.
Wylder may be the most “starter-friendly” character, but don’t underestimate his skill ceiling. Between his fire-based combos, utility grapples, and tactical Ultimate, he’s got a little of everything—and a lot of potential.
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