DarkEden V2 – Slayer Gunner Guide (Full DEX Build)
1. Overview
The Gunner Slayer is a hybrid between precision and raw firepower — a ranged DPS class that dominates both PvP and PvE.
With unmatched accuracy and mobility, the Gunner relies entirely on DEX to maximize ToHit, defense, and damage consistency.
When properly built, this class can solo bosses, farm efficiently, and annihilate Vampires from a safe distance.
2. Attribute Distribution
All points must go to DEX. (Full DEX Build)
Why Full DEX?
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Increases ToHit, ensuring every bullet connects, even against evasive Vampires.
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Improves defense and attack speed simultaneously.
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Boosts evasion, making you harder to hit.
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Maximizes DPS scaling for all gun-type skills.
STR, INT, and VIT are not needed — the Gunner’s entire effectiveness scales off DEX.
3. Recommended Stats
| Stat | Recommended Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Moju | Optional | Boosts raw physical damage (useful versus INT Vampires). |
| All Attributes (AA) | Preferred | Provides balanced resistances and scaling for all situations. |
| HPS (HP Steal) | 15+ | Essential for soloing bosses and sustaining in long fights. |
| DEX | Maxed | Core of your build — ToHit, damage, and defense all come from it. |
Tip: Start with an All Attribute Set for flexibility, then later craft a Moju Set for PvP against high-INT Vampires.
4. Pet Recommendation
| Type | Recommended Attributes | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DEX / DMG Dog | Best Choice | Boosts both accuracy and overall damage. |
| Secondary Option | DEX / HPS Dog | For more sustain in boss fights or long PvE runs. |
Pro Tip: Keep one dog for DPS and one for sustain, and swap based on the situation.
5. Grade Skills
| Grade | Effect | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Serent | +ToHit | Increases accuracy — essential for consistent DPS. |
| Feacel | +Damage | Boosts overall physical damage. |
| Lietna | +Curse Resistance | Reduces curse effects and debuffs. |
| Kainel | +HP Steal | Great sustain option for solo play and boss fights. |
| General | +DEX +5 | Permanent Dexterity boost — core scaling stat. |
| ForceGeneral | +ToHit +5% | Further enhances accuracy and precision. |
6. Equipment Setup
Core Gear
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DEX / DMG / HPS set for balanced PvE and PvP performance.
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All Attribute (AA) set for general resistance and flexibility.
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Moju set (optional) for specialized PvP or Vampire hunting.
Rings
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Use Balance Rings (DEX→ToHit +10%) with HPS or DEF for maximum efficiency.
7. Where to Learn Skills
All Gunner skills are available at the Army Guild 1F, located in Eslanian NW.
Make sure to learn every level-appropriate skill as soon as it becomes available — Gunner progression depends heavily on your weapon mastery.
8. Skill List (Level 1–180)
Offensive Skills
| Skill | Level | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Shot | 1 | Active | Basic ranged attack; fast and accurate. |
| Rapid Fire | 5 | Active | Fires multiple bullets rapidly at one or several targets. |
| Aimed Shot | 10 | Single Target | High-precision shot with increased ToHit and damage. |
| Spread Burst | 15 | AoE | Fires in a cone, damaging multiple enemies. |
| Piercing Bullet | 25 | Single Target | Ignores part of the target’s physical defense. |
| Grenade Launcher | 35 | AoE | Deals explosive damage in a small radius. |
| Magic Bullet | 45 | Hybrid | Deals both physical and magical damage (scales with DEX). |
| Bullet Storm | 55 | AoE | Continuous barrage of bullets over a wide area. |
| Silver Bullet | 65 | Anti-Vampire | Holy-infused bullet that prevents HP regeneration. |
| Critical Shot | 75 | Burst | High-damage shot with increased critical chance. |
| Suppressive Fire | 85 | Control | Slows enemies hit by your bullets. |
| Napalm Strike | 95 | AoE | Throws an explosive projectile causing fire damage over time. |
| Holy Grenade | 105 | AoE / Holy | Holy explosion — bonus damage against Vampires. |
| Magnum Break | 115 | Burst | Massive single shot that pierces multiple targets. |
| Tactical Reload | 125 | Utility | Instantly restores ammunition (short cooldown). |
| Divine Barrage | 135 | Burst / Holy | Fires silver bullets imbued with holy light, damaging all enemies in line. |
| Oblivion Shot | 150 | Ultimate | High-caliber shot dealing immense single-target damage; 60s cooldown. |
| Punisher Rounds (JC) | 180 | Advanced | Uses special ammunition that increases all damage by 25% temporarily. |
Buff & Utility Skills
| Skill | Level | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concentration | 10 | Buff | Increases ToHit and accuracy for 60s. |
| Evasion Boost | 25 | Buff | Improves dodge rate and defense. |
| Rapid Reload | 40 | Buff | Shortens cooldowns of gun skills temporarily. |
| Endurance Field | 60 | Buff | Reduces incoming physical damage by 10%. |
| Combat Roll | 80 | Utility | Quickly roll to evade attacks; grants brief invulnerability. |
| Holy Aim | 100 | Buff | Increases ToHit and damage against Vampires. |
| Overclock | 120 | Buff | Temporarily boosts attack speed and bullet velocity. |
| Silver Blessing | 150 | Buff | Imbues your weapon with holy silver, improving damage and criticals. |
| Final Command (JC) | 180 | Buff / Passive | Increases firing rate and movement speed permanently while active. |
Passive Skills
| Skill | Level | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon Handling | 1 | Increases attack speed with guns. |
| Marksman | 20 | Increases accuracy and range. |
| Ballistic Mastery | 40 | Boosts gun damage by 10%. |
| Tactical Instinct | 60 | Improves critical damage by 15%. |
| Ammo Efficiency | 90 | Reduces MP usage on gun skills. |
| Battle Focus | 120 | Increases defense while stationary. |
| Sniper’s Will | 150 | +5% Critical Chance and +10% Damage. |
| War Veteran (JC) | 180 | +10% Damage, +10% Defense — passive boost for late game. |
9. Hotkey Setup (Suggested)
| Hotkey | Skills |
|---|---|
| F9 | Concentration / Evasion Boost / Overclock / Holy Aim |
| F10 | Rapid Fire / Bullet Storm / Grenade Launcher / Napalm Strike |
| F11 | Silver Bullet / Critical Shot / Magnum Break / Divine Barrage |
| F12 | Combat Roll / Endurance Field / Silver Blessing / Oblivion Shot |
Tip: Bind Combat Roll near your core damage skills — survival depends on mobility.
10. Strategy and Gameplay Tips
PvE
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Maintain Overclock + Concentration for maximum DPS uptime.
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Use Bullet Storm + Grenade Launcher to clear mobs quickly.
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Silver Bullet and Holy Grenade are perfect for Vampire bosses.
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Keep HPS gear active — sustain allows solo boss farming easily.
PvP
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Engage from long range; never stay stationary.
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Open with Suppressive Fire to slow your opponent.
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Chain Silver Bullet → Critical Shot → Oblivion Shot for lethal burst.
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Use Combat Roll reactively to dodge heavy spells or melee charges.
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Pro Tip: Combine Holy Aim + Silver Blessing before attacking Vampires — the bonus damage is devastating.
11. Advantages
- Extremely strong in both PvE and PvP.
- Excellent sustain with HPS and mobility skills.
- High accuracy and anti-Vampire potential.
- Can solo bosses efficiently with proper setup.
- Full DEX build gives both damage and defense.
12. Disadvantages
- Gear-dependent — needs good gun and high DEX to shine.
- Weak against burst melee if caught off guard.
- Requires careful MP and cooldown management.
- Best performance requires multiple gear sets (AA and Moju).
13. Final Notes
The Gunner Slayer is a tactical powerhouse — a perfect blend of precision, range, and survivability.
A full DEX build gives you incredible ToHit, strong defense, and deadly criticals.
With skill, mobility, and preparation, the Gunner becomes one of the most complete and profitable Slayer classes in DarkEden V2.
Master your aim, time your rolls, and let every bullet count.
