Heavy builds rely on mantras that close distances quickly or create space to reset your swing animations. Recommended Mantras

Launches you into the air, allowing you to bring a heavy weapon down in a massive, unparriable AoE smash.

The foundation of a top-tier heavy build starts with the stats. You should aim for 100 Strength to unlock "Collapse" and maximize your scaling. Heavy weapons rely on trading hits, so 50 Fortitude is mandatory for "To the Finish" and "Reinforced Armor," ensuring you don't die while swinging. For your weapon choice, the Petra’s Anchor or the Enforcer’s Axe remain the gold standards. The Anchor provides incredible reach and a critical that can catch even the most mobile runners, while the Enforcer’s Axe offers a faster swing speed that catches players off guard.

: A beginner-friendly option that is easy to obtain and features a powerful multi-hit critical attack that is excellent for guardbreaking.

The best heavy users don't "spam." They bait. Because your swings are slow, you rely on

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: Adds massive posture damage to your heavy weapon heavy attacks.

Swap the 50 Willpower from the previous build into Strength (65) to unlock Starkindred requirements and Dazing Finisher .

Unlocks Showstopper , which reduces the swing speed of enemies you parry, shifting the tempo of the fight in your favor. Essential Talents and Traits

Will you focus primarily on or Layer 2 PvE farming ?

Prioritize equipment that rolls with +15 HP or higher.

Striking an opponent builds up dread, lowering their overall damage output.

Ideal for raw PvP due to its unique critical attack that ragdolls and breaks guards instantly.