Hero Class Best Stats to Level Up and Starting Equipment

Hero is one of the ten starting classes in Elden Ring. Read on to learn more about the Hero class including its starting equipment, base stats, tips on how to play as Hero, and the best stats to level up!

Hero Equipment and Stats

Starting Equipment

Hero		Starting Level
		7
		Starting Spells
		None
Right Hand Armament		Left Hand Armament
Battle Axe		Large Leather Shield
Head	Chest	Hands	Legs
Champion Headband	Champion Pauldron	Champion Bracers	Champion Gaiters

Base Stats

Vigor	14	Mind	9
Endurance	12	Strength	16
Dexterity	9	Intelligence	7
Faith	8	Arcane	11

All Stats and Attributes

Hero Strengths and Weaknesses

For Beginners Who Want More Damage

The Hero class boasts the highest base Strength stat with high Vigor, making it one of the most recommended classes for beginners. This class also has an average base Endurance, so players won't have to worry much about stamina in the early game.

Additionally, this class can easily be built as a damage dealer by investing Runes on Strength early on.

Not Suitable for Spellcasting

This class starts with 9 Mind and 7 Intelligence—the lowest base value of these two stats among all classes—making this class a poor choice for those looking for flashy spells. For players who are looking for a balance of physical and magic attacks, the Prisoner class would be a better choice.

Best Stats to Level Up for Hero

Hero Video Guide

Level Up Vigor and Strength

It is recommended for Heroes to level up Vigor and Strength early. You can prioritize investing in Vigor until you can last long enough in combat, as you can enhance your weapon if you feel the need to increase your attack damage instead of using up all your Runes on Strength right off the bat.

Endurance is Also a Good Choice

Raising your Endurance will give a boost to your stamina and physical defense, two things no Hero should be withhout. This will allow you to attack and parry more in battle.

Elden Ring Related Guides

All Starting Classes

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List of Classes

All Classes
Vagabond	Warrior
Hero	Bandit
Astrologer	Prophet
Samurai	Prisoner
Confessor	Wretch