The Forge Best Builds (2025)

Complete build guides for DPS, tank, support, and solo playstyles

Discover the best The Forge builds for every playstyle. Whether you're a beginner looking for an easy starter build or an advanced player seeking the ultimate DPS setup, we have comprehensive guides with equipment lists, skill trees, and playstyle tips.

Build Categories

Beginner Builds

Easy to learn, great for new players

Intermediate Builds

Balanced builds for experienced players

Advanced DPS

Maximum damage for endgame

Tank Builds

High survivability for teams

Support Builds

Team-focused utility builds

Solo Builds

Self-sufficient for solo play

Beginner Builds

Beginner DPS Build

EasyRace: Any (Celestial recommended)

A simple, effective DPS build perfect for new players. Easy to learn and doesn't require rare equipment.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Rare Sword
  • Armor: Uncommon Armor Set
  • Boots: Common Boots
  • Accessories: Basic Ring, Common Amulet

Skills

  • • Basic Attack
  • • Power Strike
  • • Quick Slash

Playstyle

Focus on dealing consistent damage. Use skills when available and maintain distance from enemies.

Pros

  • ✓Easy to learn
  • ✓No rare equipment required
  • ✓Good damage output
  • ✓Versatile for most content

Cons

  • ✗Lower damage than advanced builds
  • ✗Limited survivability
  • ✗Not optimal for endgame

Best For

New playersSolo playEarly game contentLearning the game

Intermediate Builds

Balanced Intermediate Build

MediumRace: Frostling or Windwalker

A well-rounded build that balances offense and defense. Great for players who want versatility.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Epic Sword
  • Armor: Rare Armor Set
  • Boots: Uncommon Boots
  • Accessories: Rare Ring, Uncommon Amulet

Skills

  • • Power Strike
  • • Defensive Stance
  • • Healing Potion
  • • Dash

Playstyle

Switch between offense and defense based on the situation. Use defensive abilities when health is low.

Pros

  • ✓Balanced stats
  • ✓Good survivability
  • ✓Versatile playstyle
  • ✓Works in team and solo

Cons

  • ✗Not specialized
  • ✗Lower peak damage than DPS builds
  • ✗Requires more skill to play effectively

Best For

Intermediate playersVersatile gameplayTeam contentSolo exploration

Advanced DPS Builds

Advanced DPS Build

HardRace: Celestial (required)

Maximum damage output build for experienced players. Requires rare equipment and precise play.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Legendary Sword
  • Armor: Epic Armor Set
  • Boots: Rare Boots
  • Accessories: Epic Ring, Rare Amulet, Legendary Pendant

Skills

  • • Critical Strike
  • • Berserker Rage
  • • Power Surge
  • • Ultimate Attack

Playstyle

Maximize damage output through critical hits and skill combos. High risk, high reward gameplay.

Pros

  • ✓Highest damage output
  • ✓Excellent for boss fights
  • ✓Fast clear times
  • ✓Endgame viable

Cons

  • ✗Low survivability
  • ✗Requires rare equipment
  • ✗High skill requirement
  • ✗Vulnerable to mistakes

Best For

Advanced playersBoss farmingSpeed runsEndgame content

Tank Builds

Tank Build

MediumRace: Earthborn (recommended)

High survivability build perfect for team play. Can absorb massive amounts of damage.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Epic Shield
  • Armor: Legendary Armor Set
  • Boots: Rare Boots
  • Accessories: Epic Ring, Rare Amulet, Defense Pendant

Skills

  • • Shield Bash
  • • Taunt
  • • Fortify
  • • Regeneration

Playstyle

Protect your team by drawing enemy attention. Use defensive abilities to survive heavy damage.

Pros

  • ✓Extremely high survivability
  • ✓Essential for team play
  • ✓Can tank boss attacks
  • ✓Protects teammates

Cons

  • ✗Low damage output
  • ✗Slow clear speed
  • ✗Requires team coordination
  • ✗Not ideal for solo play

Best For

Team dungeonsBoss raidsDifficult contentSupporting teammates

Support Builds

Support Build

MediumRace: Any (Lightbringer works)

Team-focused build that provides healing and buffs to allies. Essential for group content.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Epic Staff
  • Armor: Rare Robes
  • Boots: Uncommon Boots
  • Accessories: Rare Ring, Mana Amulet, Healing Pendant

Skills

  • • Heal
  • • Buff Allies
  • • Mana Shield
  • • Revive

Playstyle

Stay behind your team and provide support. Prioritize healing and buffing over damage.

Pros

  • ✓Keeps team alive
  • ✓Provides valuable buffs
  • ✓High utility
  • ✓Team essential

Cons

  • ✗Very low damage
  • ✗Dependent on team
  • ✗Requires positioning
  • ✗Not for solo play

Best For

Team contentRaid groupsDifficult dungeonsSupporting friends

Solo Builds

Solo Survival Build

MediumRace: Frostling or Windwalker

Self-sufficient build for solo players. Balances damage and survivability for independent play.

Equipment

  • Weapon: Epic Sword
  • Armor: Rare Armor Set
  • Boots: Uncommon Boots
  • Accessories: Rare Ring, Health Amulet

Skills

  • • Power Strike
  • • Dodge
  • • Healing Potion
  • • Escape

Playstyle

Self-reliant gameplay. Use mobility and healing to survive without team support.

Pros

  • ✓Self-sufficient
  • ✓Good survivability
  • ✓Decent damage
  • ✓No team required

Cons

  • ✗Not optimal for group content
  • ✗Slower than pure DPS
  • ✗Limited in endgame

Best For

Solo playersExplorationQuestingIndependent play

Related Guides

Race Tier List →Equipment Crafting →Beginner Guide →