Best Runes In Lords Of The Fallen

Summary

Lords of the Fallen introduces Runes that can be inserted into weapons and shields, providing unique buffs.
Players acquire more Runes as they progress, allowing them to customize their builds and weapons.
Each Rune has a specific function, such as increasing ammunition capacity or holy damage, catering to different playstyles.

Lords of the Fallen introduces items known as Runes that can be inserted inside the multiple slots in weapons and shields. These Runes are items that provide unique buffs that are different from one another. Every Rune can be equipped on either a weapon or shield, giving a different function but also allowing the function to be stacked if two Runes of the same quality are socketed into a weapon and an off-hand shield.

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The more the player progresses in the game, the more Runes they will acquire, allowing them to socket Runes that cater to their builds and weapons, respectively.

6 Aelstrix

More Ammunition And Extra Throwable Damage

Drops from Griefbound Rowena in Fief of the Chill Curse.

Most ranged weapon users might not have many options for Runes. Aelstrix's weapon function is to increase throwable weapons and ranged damage. Its shield function is to increase ammunition capacity. This makes it a viable option to socket into the main weapons. Making use of both of the functions allows the players to deal high damage using a throwable for a longer duration because of the increase in ammunition capacity.

After providing all three tablets to Gerlinde and also upgrading weapons to a higher level players can then slot three Runes, which is very useful later on.

5 Olandi

Smite Enemies Consecutively

Acquired as a drop from Scourged Sister enemies.

As most players would know, Pieta's Sword is one of the most popular and widely used swords in the game. This is because of its bright appearance and how it is made available early on. Olandi's weapon function is to increase the rate of Smite build-up, and its shield function is to increase resistance to Smite.

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An increase in Smite buildup is massive for Pieta's Sword, which players like to dual-wield to cause Smite more often. This, paired with other socket Runes, can make a massive difference.

4 Hilvit

The King Of All Strength Runes

Located inside a chest in Bramis Castle. It also drops from Receiver of Sacred Resonance if a player performs an Umbral Finisher on them.

Hilvit is the go-to Rune for Strength build users. This is because of the absurd amount of increase in damage it gives regardless of what the player equips. Its weapon function increases Strength scaling, while its shield function greatly increases the Strength attribute.

Hilvit encourages the players who tend to go for a sword and shield playstyle. The shield function is good enough even for players who do not want to bother using a shield.

3 Tianarx

A Blessing For Fire Build Users

Acquired as a drop from the Infernal Enchantress enemies.

Tianarx is a Rune that is vital in any build, with the output being fire damage. The Rune's weapon function is to increase fire damage, and its shield function is to increase resistance to fire damage. This Runes remains a key Rune throughout the game because of the % increase in damage.

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For fire-build users heading towards the Inferno side, players can also use Anarkos and Berlam, which increases the attribute or Inferno scaling itself.

2 Satus

The More The Holy Damage, The Better

Acquired as a drop from Sin-Piercer enemies located in different areas of the map.

The Rune's weapon function is to increase Holy damage, and its shield function is to increase Holy defense. This makes it the prime Rune for players who want to focus solely on a Holy build throughout their playthrough.

For holy-build users heading towards the Radiant side, players can also use Devoth and Orimon, which increases the attribute or Radiant scaling itself.

1 Dimexus

Dual-Wielding Looks Cool And Now Also Does Increased Damage

Acquired after defeating Bringer Trio boss in Cistern.

Dimexus is the best Rune for players to want to use a weapon in each hand. The Rune's weapon function is to increase physical damage while dual-wielding. Its shield function is to increase stamina regeneration rate. Even if the player only wants a Rune for their shield, they can go for this option as it allows the player to stay more aggressive and recover stamina quicker to dodge fatal blows.

As Lords of the Fallen requires players to complete multiple playthroughs to achieve all endings, players usually start to wield the same weapon in the main hand as well as their off-hand. Getting multiple sets of this Rune can be useful later.

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