Throne and Liberty Greatsword and Crossbow build guide (PvP): Skill rotations, specs, and itemization

Modified Oct 02, 2024 17:47 IST

The Greatsword and Crossbow build is one of the strongest in the game(Image via Amazon Games)

Throne and Liberty’s Greatsword and Crossbow build is one of the best in the game if you want to increase the area of effect and survivability. It has high hit damage, crowd control, and mobility. On top of it, this build helps you wipe out groups of enemies with the AoE stun effect.

However, the build also has a few drawbacks, with the major one being its predictable engagement, especially with the Greatsword. Since you have to move in close to use it, its gap closers and burst abilities can be anticipated by skilled players. It also lacks stealth, making it harder for you to engage with enemies unnoticed.

That being said, the Greatsword and Crossbow are a fun weapon combination.

Best skills and specializations for Throne and Liberty Greatsword and Crossbow build

You can choose from a wide range of skills in the game (image via Amazon Games)

This Greatsword and Crossbow build is highly effective for dealing single-target damage at range before you engage in melee combat. It is also great at softening up enemies. Moreover, you can consider swapping to the Lightning Arrow Skill Specialization, which can give your ranged attacks more punch when focusing on specific enemies for higher single-target damage.

Active skills

Quick Fire
Mother Nature’s Protest
Annihilation Barrage Shot
Guillotine Blade
DaVinci’s Courage
Mortal Mark
Devastating Smash
Nimble Leap
Stunning Blow
Whirlpool Attribute
Precision Dash
Selfless Diffusion
Ascending Slash

Passive skills

Vital force
Adentus’s Gargantuan Greatsword
Cold Warrior
Victor’s Morale
Robust Constitution
Ambidexterity
Nature’s Power
Detection
Piercing Strike
Raging Frenzy

Defense skills

Iron Point Parry

Which skills to upgrade first?

Upgrade your active skills first(Image via Amazon Games)

When it comes to the Greatsword and Crossbow build, we will focus on upgrading the Active skills first. These skills work in synergy to balance strong AoE damage along with single-target focus, preparing you for any PvP scenario.

Skill upgrade priority (in order)

Precision Dash
Ascending Dash
Stunning blow
Selfless Diffusion
Mother Nature’s Protest
Mortal Mark
Quick Fire
Nimble Leap
Devastating Smash
Annihilation Barrage Shot
DaVinci’s Courage
Guillotine Blade

GreatSword and Crossbow Skill Rotation explained

You can start your rotation with Quick Fire for ranged single-target damage or use Annihilation Barrage Shot for AoE if enemies are grouped, boosting damage with Mother Nature's Protest. Then, use Precision Dash to engage in melee range, followed by Guillotine Blade for heavy single-target damage.

Utilizing Nimble Leap to either reset Quick Fire or gain crowd control immunity is highly recommended, but be mindful of its limited charges. Moreover, if you prefer a higher single-target burst, swap to Lightning Arrow instead of Gale Arrow during your ranged phase.

Best Itemization options for the Throne and Liberty Greatsword and Crossbow

Weapons:

Rex Chimaerus’s Crossbow
Adentus’s Gargantuan Greatsword

Armor:

Soul Mirror Turban
Nightslayer’s Mantle
Duskblood Garb
Duskblood Gloves
Elusive Hexweaver Pants
Nature’s End Shoes

Accessories:

Ecliptic Pendant
Serpentine Wristlet
Violent Signet
Platinum Skull Band
Regeneration Loop

Best stats to take for the Throne and Liberty Greatsword and Crossbow build

Following the right stat priorities will give you optimal performance (image via Amazon Games)

When using the Greatsword Crossbow build in Throne and Liberty, strength should be your top priority, as it boosts both your Greatsword's heavy attack chance and overall damage output. Additionally, the Greatsword and Crossbow build gains valuable buffs when stacking HP, making Strength the most impactful stat to invest in.

After Strength, focus on Dexterity and Perception. Dexterity enhances your mobility and attack speed, while Perception improves your accuracy and critical hit potential, which is crucial for both ranged and melee combat.

You have 49 Stat Points to distribute, with additional stat bonuses from gear that can’t be changed. So, prioritizing Strength allows you to fully capitalize on the Greatsword's heavy attacks and overall durability.

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Edited by Shraman Mitra