AC Odyssey: Hunter Build

Here\’s a guide on how to create a powerful Hunter build in Assassin\’s Creed Odyssey. By the end of the game, a well-developed character can deal more than 1 million damage with a headshot. This guide provides step-by-step tips to build the most powerful class in the game.

• Artemis\’s set
• Best weapon for Hunter
• Choosing engravings
• Choosing abilities
• How to play as a Hunter?

Artemis\’s set

To create this build, getting Artemis\’s set is essential. To obtain the items, you must kill legendary beasts. Start the Daughters of Artemis side quest (Daphnae is the quest giver) in Phokis and kill the following:

1. Kalydonian Boar in Phokis (around level 13),
2. Hind of Kyreneia in Eubea (around level 16),
3. The Nemean Lion in Argolis (around level 22),
4. The Erymanthian Boar in Elis (around level 36),
5. Constellation of Kalisto in Arkadia (around level 36),
6. The Kretan Bull in Messara (around level 34),
7. The Krokottas Hyena on Kythera Island (around level 39),
8. The Lykaon Wolf in Lakonia (around level 36).

Return to Daphnae after killing each legendary beast and give her the skins. Complete all the hunts to obtain the legendary set of Artemis, which greatly increases bow damage.

Equip all the pieces of armor to dramatically increase your damage.

Best weapon for Hunter

In addition to the Artemis set, you need the right weapon. Here are some options:

1. Achilles\’s Bow – This bow has an engraving that gives you +20% damage with Devastating Shot ability. Defeat Medea the Marksman (level 21 enemy) to obtain this bow.

1. Eros\’s Bow – This bow has an engraving that gives you +50% chance to keep special arrows after using them. Obtain it in Messenia at the Andania Mine.

1. Vine Bow – This bow has an engraving that gives you +25% Hunter damage but lowers your armor by -15%. Obtain it in Oikos of the Olympians with Helix points or in Olympian Gifts.

Although there are more legendary bows available (Hades Bow, Paris Bow, Artemis\’s Bow, etc.), they are not as good as the three weapons listed above. Achilles\’s Bow is easy to obtain and can be used until the end of the game with a few upgrades.

For melee weapons, prioritize those that increase +% to Hunter damage and look for a weapon that also increases headshot damage.

In the game, there is a weapon known as Falx of Olympos, which can be found in the Palace of Amphitrite along with the sunken ship. The picture above shows its location. Once you reach the place, dive and search for the chest. The engraving on Falx provides a 100% damage boost but limits your maximum health to 25%. Although it\’s not recommended to use this weapon/engraving for a long time, it can deal massive damage.

Choosing Engravings

Visit a blacksmith to choose the best engravings. The following upgrades are recommended:

1. Engravings that increase damage done with Devastating Shot ability
2. Engravings that increase headshot damage
3. Engravings that give +% damage to all abilities
4. Engravings that increase your base Hunter damage

It\’s not recommended to invest in increased chances for dealing critical damage. Instead, focus on engravings that increase your overall damage because headshots have a separate multiplier.

Choosing Abilities

Focus on the following skills:

1. Devastating Shot – the most powerful ability that can deal over 1 million damage with a fully charged shot
2. Slow Time – a powerful ability that slows down time and allows you to shoot enemies in the head for a brief moment (up to 10 seconds)
3. Sixth Sense – an ability that increases your Hunter damage by 200% when enemies spot you
4. Archery Master – an ability that passively increases your damage
5. Overpower Bow Strike/Rain of Destruction – abilities that are perfect for eliminating weaker enemies when they surround you
6. Second Wind – an ability that is always recommended to have in your active abilities as Hunters are vulnerable to damage
7. Battlecry of Ares – a great ability that increases your damage by 50% for 20 seconds, perfect for more challenging fights

How to Play as a Hunter?

The Hunter build is incredibly powerful and allows you to defeat enemies at much higher levels than your own. To make the most of it, you need the right equipment because you will mainly rely on the Devastating Shot and Rain of Destruction abilities. Additionally, death arrows can further increase your damage.

FAQ

What is a Hunter Build in AC Odyssey?

A Hunter Build is a character build in Assassin\’s Creed Odyssey that focuses on ranged combat. This build is great for players who prefer to stay at a distance and pick off enemies using a bow or other ranged weapons. The Hunter Build focuses on increasing hunter damage, critical hit chance, and critical hit damage. This build requires the player to invest heavily in the Hunter skill tree and use gear that boosts hunter damage stats.

What are some good skills for a Hunter Build?

Some good skills for a Hunter Build in AC Odyssey include Devastating Shot, Multi-Shot, Ghost Arrows of Artemis, Archery Master, and Sixth Sense. Devastating Shot and Multi-Shot are powerful attacks that deal high hunter damage to multiple enemies at once. Ghost Arrows of Artemis lets the player shoot through walls and other obstacles, making it easier to take out enemies without being detected. Archery Master increases the player\’s hunter damage and critical hit chance, while Sixth Sense allows the player to slow down time and aim more accurately.

What gear should I use for a Hunter Build?

For a Hunter Build, it\’s important to use gear that boosts hunter damage stats. Look for armor with the \”+% Hunter Damage\” stat, as well as bows with high hunter damage and critical hit chance. Some good legendary gear sets for a Hunter Build include the Artemis Set, which boosts hunter damage and critical hit chance, and the Agamemnon Set, which boosts fire damage and critical hit damage. Use engraving to further boost hunter damage and critical hit chance on your gear.

What are some tips for playing a Hunter Build?

Some tips for playing a Hunter Build in AC Odyssey include staying at a distance and using cover to avoid being detected by enemies. Use your ranged attacks to weaken enemies before engaging them in melee combat. Use your skills wisely, and try to take out multiple enemies at once with Devastating Shot or Multi-Shot. Don\’t forget to invest in the Stealth and Warrior skill trees as well, as they will provide useful abilities for when you need to get up close and personal with enemies. Finally, make sure to upgrade your gear regularly to keep up with the increasing difficulty of enemies as you progress through the game.