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InDragon’s Dogma 2, smithing styles play a pivotal role in the enhancement process of your weapons and armor. Each style uniquely influences certain stats, making it essential to choose a style that aligns with your character’s build and playstyle. Here’s a brief overview of when to use each style:
To help you navigate the complexities of smithing styles in Dragon’s Dogma 2, we’ve compiled this comprehensive guide detailing each style, its focus, and optimal usage scenarios to maximize your gear’s potential.
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Weapon Enhancement Analysis
Let’s delve into how different smithing styles affect weapon stats, specifically looking at a melee weapon (Dragon’s Vein Dagger) and a magick weapon (Dragon’s Wit Archistaff).
Dragon’s Vein
Melee Weapon -Dragon’s Vein(Dagger)
Smithing Style
Physical Attack
Magick Attack
Knockdown Power
The Dwarven Style enhances knockdown power significantly, making it a strong choice for keeping enemies prone, while the Battahli Style boosts physical attack, favoring outright damage.
Dragon’s Wit
Magick Weapon -Dragon’s Wit(Archistaff)
For magick weapons, the Elven Style significantly boosts Magick Attack, making it ideal for builds focusing on spellcasting. The Dwarven Style still offers a balanced increase, with added knockdown power beneficial for certain spells.
Next, we’ll explore how these styles affect armor enhancements.
Armor Enhancement Stats
Vashara Scaleskin
Warrior/Mystic Spearhand Armor -Vashara Scaleskin
Physical Defense
Magick Defense
Knockdown Resist
Silhouette of Sorcery
Sorcerer/Mystic Spearhand Armor -Silhouette of Sorcery
The Dwarven Style stands out for armor enhancements by offering knockdown resistance, adding to your character’s resilience in combat. However, it also increases the armor’s weight, which is a factor to consider.
Detailed Overview of Smithing Styles
Each smithing style in Dragon’s Dogma 2 offers unique advantages tailored to different gameplay aspects. Understanding where and how to use these styles is key to maximizing your character’s potential.
Dwarven Smithing Style
Elven Smithing Style
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Battahli Smithing Style
Vermundian Smithing Style
Wyrmfire Smithing Style
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Choosing the right smithing style is crucial for optimizing your character’s performance in Dragon’s Dogma 2. While the Dwarven style is often lauded for its balance between offensive and defensive capabilities, especially for melee weapons, the Elven style is unparalleled for magick users. Armor enhancements generally favor the Dwarven style for its knockdown resistance, offering a tactical advantage in combat.
Remember, the optimal choice varies based on your character build, playstyle, and the challenges you face within the game. Experimenting with different styles as you progress can lead to powerful and unique gear setups that complement your chosen vocation and strategy.
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