Elden Ring Nightreign Best Solo Class Tier List - Best Nightfarer for Solo

Elden Ring: Nightreign emphasizes cooperative play, but some players prefer solo mode. You can switch to solo by accessing the matchmaking settings and changing the expedition type to “Single Player”. Which Nightfarer is the best pick for solo? This article talks about the class or character that is most suitable for solo in Nightreign.

Elden Ring Nightreign Best Solo Class Tier List - Best Nightfarer for Solo

In the solo mode of Elden Ring Nightreign, the health of enemies and bosses will be reduced compared to the multiplayer mode. However, the damage they deal remains largely unchanged, so solo players still face significant challenges. A character suitable for solo play should possess a combination of offensive, defensive, utility, and other abilities. Offensively, they need high-damage output skills and area-of-effect attacks to quickly eliminate enemies and handle crowds. Defensively, abilities like shielding, blocking, evasion, dodging, self-healing, and damage mitigation are crucial to reduce incoming damage and enhance survivability. Utility-wise, efficient resource gathering, map exploration assistance, and boss weakness detection are helpful. The following ranking means the best to worst class to play for solo in Elden Ring Nightreign.

1. Executor

The Executor would be one of the best Nightfarers for solo play, as he excels in one-on-one combat. With a high scaling in both dexterity and arcane, he is able to effectively wield dexterity-based weapons like katanas. You can upgrade your weapon with occult or other effects in order to apply status ailments to enemies. The Cursed Sword character skill of Executor enables him to defend against enemy attacks and even generate posture damage. This will greatly improve your survivability when you are using this class against heavy attacks from powerful enemies. With the ultimate art (Aspect of the Crucible: Beast), you can transform into a primordial beast to slam the ground for AoE damage.

2. Wylder

Wylder is a good choice for beginners as he is easy to play and ideal for solo. He has a fast moveset, you can use your skill weapon to push yourself forward for extra speed. The Iron Oath character skill of Wylder offers him great defense, he can block and counterattack effectively. The Aspect of the Crucible: Gravelord can also provide temporary invulnerability and AoE damage.

3. Raider

Raider wields a massive double-headed axe and has S-tier scaling in strength. Playing Raider will make you very tanky and deal a lot of damage. Raider can carry you through the end of the fight. His only drawback is probably the slow move set, so you may miss some hits and take lots of unnecessary damage.

4. Duchess

The Duchess is at the mid-tier in terms of solo ability; she excels in agility with her lightning-fast movement and high scaling in Dexterity, Faith, and Intelligence. Her abilities are uniquely suited for hit-and-run tactics. The ultimate skill is perfect for dodging tough boss attacks or escaping overwhelming odds. However, her damage output can feel underwhelming against heavily armored bosses, and her relatively low health leaves little room for error. 

5. Revenant

Revenant excels in summons, she can summon three distinct allies that can help you against multiple bosses at one time. The S-tier faith scaling makes her great for ranged play. Her ultimate ability grants temporary invincibility to herself and her summoned partner, so you can reposition or unload damage without fear. However, solo players must rely on her summons and magic to compensate for her low HP, and mastering her abilities and coordinating summons demands practice.

6. Ironeye

Ironeye caters to archery enthusiasts who favor long-range combat with her bow. While effective against weaker foes and groups, she struggles against shielded enemies and tanky bosses. Her low HP also increases the risk in solo play, as even minor mistakes can lead to death. Though less ideal than other classes for solo, Ironeye shines as a ranged specialist to make precise strikes.

7. Guardian

Guardian has a good ultimate skill that destroys everything around when you are flying, he also has the highest HP of all Nightreign characters, and good strength scaling. However, his damage is not high enough to take down enemies, and you can’t use your shield all the time. His stamina is also low; only several hits will break your poise, and you will take tons of damage.

8. Recluse

Recluse is put at the lowest position on the Nightreign solo tier list, mainly because this class has relatively low HP and weak defense, making her vulnerable to being killed easily. As a spellcaster, she relies heavily on long-range attacks. Playing with Recluse in solo play when you are fighting with tanky bosses or mobs with strong shields, you may lose easily. Her scaling in both strength and dexterity is low, which makes you are not competitive in melee combat. In addition, Recluse can’t revive fallen teammates in single-player mode. So, Recluse is not recommended for solo. If you still want to play this character, proper equipment and strategies are needed. 

How to Play and Win Solo in Elden Ring Nightreign?

Character Class Selection

Opt for a Nightfarer suitable for you, such as Executor (excels at solo combat) or other classes that are fun to play.  For example, the unique abilities of Ironeye allow you to bypass certain game mechanics and handle enemies efficiently.

Resource Collection and Leveling

Visit churches and grand churches to maximize flask charges and upgrades. In solo play, every flask charge counts. For example, after defeating a boss, head to the nearest church to restore your flask charges before proceeding. Farm more loot chests for valuable items and equipment. Avoid unnecessary battles and focus on defeating bosses for efficient leveling. Target bosses that offer good XP and rune rewards. 

Build Strategy

Utilize class-specific skills for benefits, and prioritize damage negation mechanics in the game. Build your character around abilities that reduce incoming damage. For example, equip skills that trigger damage negation when you take damage or when your HP is low. 

Boss Battles

Take advantage of your character's stamina for dodging and creating opportunities to attack. Bosses often have predictable attack patterns, so learn to recognize these and attack during their vulnerable moments. Remember to apply marks and use single-shot attacks. Pay attention to the boss’s attack patterns and strike during weaknesses.