Pure Sorcery — Early Game

S-Tier Intelligence Build • Early Game Variant

Pure Sorcery is one of the strongest early-game archetypes thanks to the Meteorite Staff and Rock Sling, both available within the first hour. This variant covers the journey from Astrologer to full caster.

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Stat Distribution (Level 50)

  • Vigor: 22
  • Mind: 25 (FP pool is your ammunition — invest heavily)
  • Endurance: 10
  • Strength: 8
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Intelligence: 35 (Rush Int for sorcery scaling)
  • Faith: 7
  • Arcane: 7

Equipment Changes

  • Staff: Meteorite Staff — S-tier Int scaling, no upgrades needed, found in Caelid
  • Primary Spell: Rock Sling — Physical damage sorcery that staggers bosses; found next to Meteorite Staff
  • Utility Spell: Glintstone Pebble — FP-efficient trash clearing spell

Strategy & Tips

  • Start Astrologer for best Int/Mind base and starting spells
  • Rush to Caelid via trapped chest in Dragon-Burnt Ruins
  • Grab Meteorite Staff and Rock Sling from Street of Sages Ruins
  • Rock Sling carries you through every boss until Rennala
  • Learn Carian Slicer from Royal House Scroll for melee-range encounters