A no-death run demands maximum survivability. These builds prioritize defense, range, and sustain over damage. Killing bosses slowly but safely is always better than dying at 10% HP.
Recommended Builds
#1: Blasphemous Blade
HP-on-kill sustain, ranged weapon skill, and comfortable gameplay make death nearly impossible.
Why it works: The passive healing reduces flask usage dramatically. Taker's Flames lets you fight from safety. 60 Vigor + Dragoncrest Greatshield means individual hits barely matter. The safest PvE build.
#2: Pure Sorcery
Full ranged combat means most enemies never touch you.
Why it works: Rock Sling from maximum range, Stars of Ruin for tracking, and maintaining distance at all times. The safest playstyle is one where enemies can't reach you.
#3: Giant Crusher
Maximum poise with heavy armor means you can tank through mistakes.
Why it works: Bull-Goat armor with 60 Vigor and Dragoncrest Greatshield makes you incredibly tanky. Even if you mess up, one hit won't kill you. Jump attack everything, tank the trades.