Dark and Darker Barbarian Class Guide

The Dark and Darker Barbarian class is popular for the close combats and wielding heavy-duty weapons. The Barbarians charge towards the enemies with nothing but raw strength, stamina, and endurance. In this guide, we will be going through all the specifics of the Barbarian Class.

About the Barbarian Class

The Barbarian has the highest base damage, greatest melee damage, extremely fast magical interaction speed, and a fast room-clearing ability. These are just some of the abilities that make the Barbarian a superior and stronger class among the others. At the beginning (level 1), the Barbarian has the following statistics, which can then be upgraded to the maximum level (level 15):

• Strength – 20 
• Agility – 13
• Dexterity – 12
• Will – 18
• Knowledge – 5
• Resourcefulness – 12
• Vigor – 25
• Overall Health – 118

Dark and Darker Barbarian Skills

As said previously, the Barbarian is one that relies on close combat and is a fierce opponent overall. The Barbarian has seven skills, out of which the player can choose any two to use in battle. These skills are:

1. Achilles Strike: Upon using this skill, the opponent is de-buffed, decreasing their Move Speed Bonus by 30% while inflicting 1 Physical Damage anytime they move while under the skill’s effect. This de-buff lasts 2.5 seconds. 
2. Rage: Upon using ‘Rage,’ the Barbarian’s Vigor and Strength increase by +10, Movement Speed also increases by 10%, and Physical Damage Reduction is reduced by 20% for 6 seconds. 
3. War Cry: This skill gives a 25% boost in Max HP (solo and teammates) for 7 seconds within a 7.5m range. 
4. Reckless Attack: This attack has 85% Armor Penetration but reduces Armor Rating by 200. It has a cooldown of 24 seconds. 
5. War Sacrifice: This skill grants you buffs while decreasing your maximum HP as a ‘sacrifice’. Upon using this skill, all attributes gain +5 for 8 seconds, and 10% of your Maximum HP is reduced. 
6. Blood Exchange: This skill reduces the Maximum HP Bonus by 20% but gives the player Lifesteal, which grants 10% HP upon every successful attack that damages the opponent’s HP. 
7. Savage Roar: This is one of the most powerful skills of the Barbarian Class. It frightens all enemies in a 7.5m radius, decreases their Physical Power Bonus by 50% for 6 seconds, and forces all mobs to walk away from you for 3 seconds. 

Dark and Darker Barbarian Perks

The Barbarian class has several perks that can increase the overall damage in battle if paired with the correct skills. These perks are: 

1. Axe Specialization: Grants +5 Weapon Damage to Axe attacks. 
2. Two-Hander: Physical Power Bonus is increased by 5% when wielding a dual-handed weapon. 
3. Robust: Maximum HP Bonus is increased by 15%.
4. Morale Boost: Upon killing any player, Maximum HP is recovered by 12%.
5. Executioner: Headshot Damage with Axes is increased by 10%.
6. Carnage: Upon killing an enemy, the Armor Rating is increased by +75 for a duration of 7 seconds.
7. Iron Will: Ignores Knockback effects, Magic Resist is increased by +100. 
8. Potion Chugger: All potions are reduced to 50% of their base duration however, +20% of the effect is provided.
9. Crush: The Impact Power of two-handed attacks is increased by 1. Grants the ability to destroy unreinforced doors as well as sturdy containers.
10. Treacherous Lungs: The base duration of ‘War Cry’, ‘Roar’, and ‘Savage Roar’ is increased by 25%.
11. Savage: Physical Power Bonus is increased by 10%. (Only if no chest armor is being worn)

Currently, a total of 4 perk slots are available to be equipped at the maximum level of this class. An additional perk slot unlocks every 5 levels, i.e., 5-10-15.

Dark and Darker Barbarian Strategy

PvE: The Barbarian’s close combat skills make it an overall smooth experience when battling in PvE. Just one or two swings with an axe can defeat any mob in close combat however, be mindful of dodging as well. ‘Savage Roar’ can be used against higher-difficulty mobs as well as ‘Smash’ perks can come in handy when going through the dungeon doors. 

PvP: The Barbarian can be the up-front attacker of the team while the others stand behind him and focus on defending him. As the Barbarian has extremely useful 1v1 skills, it can pick on one player at a time and take them down serially. ‘War Cry’ skill proves to be most useful during PvP situations.

Solo: For Solo battles, the most important thing is strategy. As a Barbarian, your strong points are that in close combat. You need to strategize in such a way that you get openings for attack on your opponents in close proximity. Of course, you have to be mindful of your HP and use your skills as well as perks wisely. 

Conclusion 

The Barbarian Class in Dark and Darker proves to be a formidable opponent to almost any type of enemy. It has one of the most unique skill sets of all the Classes in the game, and if put to use correctly as well as skillfully, The Barbarian can cross almost any dungeon and win against any opponent.

By following this guide, you can start your journey as a Barbarian in the game! However, be sure to enjoy the game whilst focusing on your strategy. Also, purchase Dark and Darker Gold from U7BUY to progress smoothly with your Barbarian class.