Windrose Best Build — 4 Builds That Work

Stop respecting at every boss. Pick a role and commit. These four builds cover 95% of Windrose content.

Last updated: May 2026

Parry Duelist

Role: Solo PvE / boss runs

Stats: Endurance 25 · Dexterity 30 · Vigor 20

Weapon: Boarding Saber + Flintlock Pistol

Armor: Light Leather + Climber Boots

Talents: Quick Reload · Sea Legs · Iron Stomach

Cannoneer Captain

Role: Ship combat focus

Stats: Seamanship 30 · Endurance 20 · Vigor 20

Weapon: Iron Cutlass + Flintlock

Armor: Oilskin set

Talents: Quick Reload · Stormrider · Sea Legs

Bow Scout

Role: Co-op damage / kiting

Stats: Dexterity 40 · Endurance 25

Weapon: Longbow (yew) + Boarding Saber

Armor: Light Leather

Talents: Quick Reload (arrow) · Sea Legs

Tank Pirate

Role: Co-op frontliner

Stats: Vigor 30 · Strength 30

Weapon: Greataxe + Shield

Armor: Plate Cuirass + Iron Greaves

Talents: Iron Stomach · Sea Legs

For attribute scaling details see Best Stats & Talents. For weapon damage tables see Best Weapons.