Minimum Reasonable Level

[Funkers]

I know speed runners and no-hit runners can finish the game at lvl 1, naked with a hand tied to their backs. But how far can the average player push it? Would it be too painful to get to X or Y endgame zone at lvl 60 for instance? How would you tackle the challenge of beating the game at *your* minimum possible level?

[MULTIPASS]

Your minimum level will change as you get familiar with the game and practice, and it also depends on which type of build you're trying to use to complete the game and which tactics/tools you're going to employ.

It's really subjective, though. I'd say if you've beaten the game before and have a grasp on all the mechanics, you could start aiming for under 100 with a simple build.

[John Titor]

Originally posted by Funkers:

I know speed runners and no-hit runners can finish the game at lvl 1, naked with a hand tied to their backs. But how far can the average player push it? ...

*shrug

...Would it be too painful to get to X or Y endgame zone at lvl 60 for instance? ...

Depends on the player.

...How would you tackle the challenge of beating the game at *your* minimum possible level?

Get to a point where I'm frustrated with my lack of progression and level up.

[MULTIPASS]

I'm building a legitimate twink sorcerer, and right now it's level 10 with +3 weapons and just beat Loretta at the Haligtree. I figure I can beat the game at this level.

[Funkers]

Originally posted by MULTIPASS:

I'm building a legitimate twink sorcerer, and right now it's level 10 with +3 weapons and just beat Loretta at the Haligtree. I figure I can beat the game at this level.

That's kinda crazy, I think I'm gonna struggle to get to the end below 100.

[MULTIPASS]

First character finished around 160, then it started to get down to 130, and then I found myself getting to later game areas around 90. At that point, I figured anything over 60 would be viable and could try to push it lower. It takes practice and familiarity with the major fights and game systems.

[ressenmacher]

Originally posted by MULTIPASS:

Your minimum level will change as you get familiar with the game and practice, and it also depends on which type of build you're trying to use to complete the game and which tactics/tools you're going to employ.

It's really subjective, though. I'd say if you've beaten the game before and have a grasp on all the mechanics, you could start aiming for under 100 with a simple build.

Masterfully said.

I would second this: imo a new player would really struggle with the endgame if they had less than 40 vigor, 20ish endurance, and less than 60 in a primary damage stat, which should put you at about ~90 levels of stat investment (around level 100). Obviously if you invest into mind or endurance more heavily, or if you need the boost that 60 vig provides, you'd need to be a higher level (like 120-130+)

[Sgt. Flaw]

First run I did 150...Second run I had a much easier time at 134...I don't push it tho because it just gets old....I leveled vig like twice for Margit with a +1 weapon on my 134 build and it was a long fight. I decided to just level from there in out...it's not worth the effort. Summons are truly trash tho....you really can't truly learn bosses with them.