Exciting news for Sekiro enthusiasts! The new Elden Ring Nightreign expansion introduces the Executor, catering perfectly to your desire for deflecting enemy assaults. With the addition of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, players can wield the Deflecting Hard Tear, a crystal tear that allows you to block all incoming attacks temporarily, giving you a taste of the beloved Sekiro experience.
Although the effects of the Wondrous Physick are short-lived, the Executor offers a new way to experience combat in Elden Ring. As a master swordsman, Executor can unleash significant damage, especially in one-on-one encounters. His deflection skills, paired with a solid understanding of enemy patterns, can yield impressive results in battle.
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran familiar with previous bosses or a newcomer eager to dive into Elden Ring’s depths, here’s a comprehensive guide on how to maximize Executor’s potential and make your enemies rue their existence!
Understanding Executor’s Abilities
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Ability |
Type |
Description |
|---|---|---|
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Tenacity |
Passive |
Recovers from status ailments, boosting attack and stamina recovery temporarily. |
|
Cursed Sword |
Character Skill |
Draws a cursed sword that can deflect most attacks, charging it for powerful skills. |
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Aspects of the Crucible: Beast |
Ultimate Art |
Transforms Executor into a primordial beast with enhanced health and attacking capabilities. |
Starting with the first ability, Tenacity operates uniquely in the game. Compared to other passives like the Revenant’s Necromancy, it may seem less impactful. However, it triggers after completely recovering from a status ailment, offering a temporary boost. Thankfully, the use of boluses won’t hinder this ability.
It’s essential to monitor your status buildup meter: allow a status effect to build up, then immediately neutralize it using an item like Neutralizing Boluses to gain the buff without significant health loss.
Next, consider the Cursed Sword ability. This skill can be immensely powerful when utilized effectively but requires familiarity with enemy moves. To maximize its potential, practice deflecting attacks from various foes and learn their attack patterns.
Attempt deflecting attacks just before the enemy strikes, similar to a parry. As you successfully deflect more attacks, the sword begins to shine, indicating it is charged and ready for unleashing devastating skills. Importantly, these charges persist even if you switch weapons or fall in battle, and there’s no cooldown for returning to Cursed Sword stance, although it does slow your movement significantly.
Lastly, Executor’s Ultimate Art, Aspects of the Crucible: Beast, should be reserved for overwhelming situations. While it may not deal as much damage as other ultimates, its crowd control and healing properties make it invaluable when surrounded. Just exercise caution; using it drains your ultimate gauge quickly, so activate it wisely.
Optimal Weapons for Executor
Executor boasts an S rating in both Dexterity and Arcane, simplifying weapon selection—Katanas stand out as fitting choices.
Due to his stamina challenges, he should avoid hefty strength-oriented weapons like Great Hammers or Colossal weapons. Instead, consider utilizing arms such as Rivers of Blood or Hand of Malenia for optimal damage output. If you prefer a Poison build, Serpentbone Blade is also a solid choice.
For rapid yet short-range damage, weapons like the Elenora’s Poleblade are excellent, scaling with both Dexterity and Arcane, while maintaining reach. The Star Fist presents another Arcane option but lacks Dexterity scaling, making it a secondary weapon.
If you want to take full advantage of Executor’s passive, find a Katana equipped with Seppuku, along with a Finger Seal to balance out any potential health loss.
Top Relics for Executor
Selecting the right relics for Executor requires thoughtful consideration.Opt for those that enhance Dexterity, Arcane, or Endurance, along with those boosting physical attack power.
Given Executor’s aptitude for inflicting ailments, equipping relics like Night of the Wise, which augments your poison damage, can be advantageous. Additionally, don’t overlook purchasing Executor’s Goblet from the Small Jar Bazaar for further experimentation.
Lastly, tailor your relic selections to the Nightlord you face. For example, if preparing for the Tricephalos expedition, prioritize relics enhancing Holy attack power. Conversely, against the fourth Nightlord, equip those bolstering sleep resistance.
Strategies for Executor Expeditions
Executor embodies a high-risk, high-reward approach, making him exciting in both solo and multiplayer formats. Your knowledge of enemy behaviors will greatly influence your success.
Here are some valuable strategies to enhance your gameplay with Executor:
- Utilize your ultimate art for healing: Aspects of the Crucible: Beast is excellent for turning the tide in intense battles. Activate it when your health is low to enjoy a health boost in beast form, and return to full health afterward, conserving flasks for critical moments.
- End your Ultimate with a weapon skill: This ultimate not only restores HP but also allows for powerful crowd control attacks. Emit a damage-inflicting slash to nearby foes at the end of your Ultimate, but be cautious, as it drains your gauge completely.
- Carry Pickled Turtle Meat: Even with a B rating for stamina recovery, Executor can deplete stamina quickly. Having this item on hand can enhance your stamina recovery significantly, ensuring you remain agile during encounters.
- Charge the Cursed Sword by guarding: While less efficient than deflecting, guarding can still bolster your sword charges. Just beware of your poise—it can be broken if you take too many hits without deflecting first.
- Sprint to sheathe your Cursed Sword: To save time, press the sprint button to automatically sheathe your sword, rather than fumbling with the button combinations.
Optimal Team Compositions for Executor
Executor shines brightest when paired with complementary characters. Here are some ideal companions:
Guardian
The glass cannon nature of Executor demands support for survival—this is where the Guardian steps in. Known for his high HP, Guardian can absorb damage effectively, evening the odds in battle.
Executor is vulnerable to critical hits, especially when his poise is broken while deflecting attacks. Guardian can mitigate this risk, reviving him using his Ultimate Art, Wings of Salvation, when necessary. With a respectable B rating in Strength, Guardian can disrupt enemy attacks, allowing Executor to strike strategically with Katanas.
If you prefer a more offensive strategy for Executor, consider swapping Guardian for Wylder, or team with Duchess, who can synergize well with Executor due to her skill Restage.
Revenant
With Guardian absorbing damage, Executor directs pressure on enemies while Revenant fulfills a supportive role, tapping into her strong Faith and Intelligence attributes.
In favorable conditions, Revenant can join the fray with potent incantations like Black Flame and Rotten Breath, depleting boss health significantly. However, manage her resources wisely as she can run out of FP quickly. Pairing Revenant with Ironeye can bolster physical damage or opt for Recluse for magical prowess when teamed with Wylder.
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