Best Skill Builds in Core Keeper: Talent Priority for Each Build

Recommended talents for a melee build

Talents to prioritize, from top to bottom.

1. MeleeQuick strikesPer point: +2% melee attack speedMelee attack speed raises DPS with every melee weapon, so take it first.
2. MeleeBuilding angerPer point: Gain 2% melee damage every time an enemy is hit, stacks up to 2 timesMelee damage grows the longer you keep hitting. Strong when you hit the same target for a long time, like in boss fights.
3. MeleeStrength of the AncientsPer point: +4% damage against bossesMore damage against bosses. Good when you want to push through the boss order.
4. VitalityStrong and healthyPer point: +2% damage while at max healthBonus damage at full health. Pairs well with melee builds that bring healing.
5. VitalityMaxed out!Per point: +6% of all skill points added to max healthMelee fighters get hit a lot up close, so raise max health too.
6. MiningMiner's strengthPer point: +2% of mining damage added as melee damageAdds part of your mining damage to melee damage. Grows with an upgraded pickaxe and mining gear.
7. CookingFast foodPer point: +10% melee attack speed when eating cooked foodEating cooked food raises melee attack speed. Big value if you always keep food buffs up.

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Recommended talents for a ranged build

Talents to prioritize, from top to bottom.

1. RangedRapid shotsPer point: +2% range attack speedRange attack speed translates directly into DPS, so take it first.
2. RangedKeeping momentumPer point: Gain 2% range damage every time an enemy is shot, stacks up to 2 timesRange damage grows as you keep landing hits. Weapons that fire many projectiles stack it faster.
3. RangedWeakness detectionPer point: +2% chance on ranged hit to increase critical hit chance by 50% for a short durationRange hits can temporarily raise your critical hit chance by a lot.
4. RangedFocused accuracyPer point: +5% range damage after standing still for 3 secMore damage while standing still. Useful in boss fights where you shoot from a safe spot.
5. FishingWell-trained aimPer point: +6% of fishing added as range damageAdds part of your fishing stat to range damage. Strong if you also collect fishing gear.
6. FishingStudied patternsPer point: +2% dodge chanceA chance to dodge any attack. Insurance for fragile ranged characters.
7. VitalityStrong and healthyPer point: +2% damage while at max healthKeeping your distance makes it easier to stay at full health and keep this bonus.

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Recommended talents for a magic build

Talents to prioritize, from top to bottom.

1. MagicTrue sightPer point: +1% critical hit chanceA chance for extra damage. A basic damage boost that works with every staff.
2. MagicFully chargedPer point: Up to 6% magic damage based on your remaining manaMore magic damage the more mana you have left. Pairs well with max mana gear.
3. MagicMana rechargePer point: +6% mana regeneration while castingMore mana regeneration while casting, so you can keep firing longer.
4. MagicArcane frenzyPer point: +10% magic damage for a short duration on critical hitCritical hits briefly raise magic damage. Combine with critical hit chance gear.
5. MagicThe best offensePer point: +4% of magic barrier is added as magic damageAdds part of your magic barrier to magic damage. Use with gear that has a lot of magic barrier.
6. VitalityMaxed out!Per point: +6% of all skill points added to max healthMagic builds tend to be fragile, so secure some max health.

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Recommended talents for a minion build

Talents to prioritize, from top to bottom.

1. SummoningFerocious creaturesPer point: +4% minion attack speedMinion attack speed translates directly into damage, so take it first.
2. SummoningEfficient bindingPer point: -8% minion mana reservation costLess mana reserved per minion, leaving you more mana to work with.
3. SummoningCritical commandPer point: +4% minion critical hit chanceRaises your minions' critical hit chance.
4. SummoningTrickle down arcanaPer point: Minion damage is increased by 10% of your magic damage increasePart of your own magic damage bonus is added to minions. Pairs well with magic damage gear.
5. SummoningHeartbound hordePer point: +1% minion attack speed for every 10 max health points you haveMinions attack faster the higher your max health. Level it together with Vitality.
6. VitalityMaxed out!Per point: +6% of all skill points added to max healthMore max health. Works well with the minion attack speed talent above.

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Recommended talents for a mining build

Talents to prioritize, from top to bottom.

1. MiningEfficient excavationPer point: +2% mining damageHigher mining damage, so even hard walls break faster.
2. MiningMine, mine, mine!Per point: +3% mining speedFaster mining. The more you dig, the more it pays off.
3. MiningMeticulous minerPer point: +3% chance to gain an additional ore from walls containing oresOre walls drop more ore, making material farming more efficient.
4. MiningArchaeologistPer point: +2% chance to drop a valuable item from any mined wallWalls can drop valuable items.
5. MiningSelf-mending alloyPer point: Gain 2 durability on your tool, when breaking walls containing oresBreaking ore walls restores tool durability, so you repair less.
6. RunningGotta go fast!Per point: +20% movement speed after running consistently for a short durationMovement speed rises as you keep running. Makes exploring a large map easier.
7. RunningEndurance runnerPer point: +5% less food drained when runningRunning drains less hunger.
8. CraftingThe right tools in the right handsPer point: +4% chance to not lose durability when using tools and weaponsTools lose durability more slowly.

How skills and talents work

• Skills level up as you use them. Digging, running, fighting in melee and so on each raise the matching skill. How to level each one is on the skills list.
• Leveling up gives talent points. Spend them on that skill's talents. A talent's effect grows with the number of points you put in.