Best Longsword Build in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

Discover the best Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 covering the best Longsword weapon to use with armour, perks, and potions.

best longsword build in kingdom come deliverance 2

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 offers various types of weapons ranging from short-range to long-range. Every main type of weapon includes several versatile weapons that come in different forms and offer a variety of fighting styles. One of the broadest weapon types is the Swords, which include different forms of swords such as Shortswords, Longswords, Sabres, and Hunting Swords. Every form of sword is unique in its own way and offers the wielder certain advantages.

Shortswords are ideal for quick strikes and agile combat. Sabres are designed for quick slashing attacks. Hunting swords are effective for cutting attacks against unarmored enemies. Longswords are tow-handed weapons offering powerful slashes and thrusts. So, choosing a weapon that fits your playstyle is crucial and if you want to deal the highest possible damage which most of the new players aim for, then Longswords are best for you. In this guide, we will discuss the best Longsword build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 with the best Longsword weapons possible and tell you the best armour, perks, and potions to enhance the potential of the build.

Everything About Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Our Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 focuses on dishing out high damage with each strike, allowing you to face tougher enemies confidently. Obviously, the tougher enemies will block and riposte your attacks but with the selection of best combos and weapon techniques like Weaponstrike, you can easily catch them off guard. Moreover, this build includes the best armour providing the best defensive stats and resistance against the slash and thrust attacks.

Furthermore, this build also requires some crucial potions like Buck’s Blood and Painkiller Brew to enhance stamina and reduce stamina consumption and health loss. Fighting three or more enemies at a time can easily overwhelm you with attacks coming from different sides. However, if you continuously reposition yourself and focus on one enemy at a time, you will be able to save stamina for your attacks, blocks, and dodges. So, using such potions before engaging in a fight will always give you an advantage in the fight.

However, with such a strong weapon and the best armour, you will still have some disadvantages like not having the quickest movement and being noisy. Speed is essential in KCD2, but when it comes to fighting, especially the difficult ones, you have to prioritize resistance over speed to tank the hits and not get the bleed effect. Moreover, the Noisy stat does not affect the playstyle who likes to get personal and up-close so, overall this Longsword build is perfect for the Soldier playstyle.

ProsCons
High Damage OutputLow Movement Speed
High Resistance and Defensive StatsNoisy
Has the ability to do a stealth kill 
Pros and Cons of Longsword Build in KCD2

Best Strategy For Longsword Build in KCD2

best longsword build strategy in kingdom come deliverance 2

The Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is all about hitting the enemies hard and tanking any strikes from the side. Without the armour with high defensive stats and resistance against slash and thrust attacks, there is no point engaging in a fight with multiple enemies. Because you will get attacked from all sides as you cannot simply fight with each opponent at a time.

So, our very first priority for this build is to get a strong weapon and pair it with the best possible armour to make Henry an unstoppable Knight. You have to utilize the Longsword combos with this build as they will allow you to land strikes that your opponent won’t see coming. Combos like Lower Left/Right Strike, Mittelhaw, and Pommel Strike are some of the best to land strikes on an enemy torso.

Moreover, if you like to play patiently or cannot land combos perfectly due to not enough practice, worry not. You can easily outplay literally any enemy in KCD2 with the Weaponstrike technique. You can learn the Weaponstrike technique from Tomcat at the Nomad Camp in the Trosky region during the Combat Training II quest. This technique is simple to use as all you have to do is attack from the opposite side of your enemy at the same time they attack. Doing so will let Henry deflect the incoming attack and get a hit in with his.

So, if you repeat this process, you will defeat any enemy. However, this method is slow and a bit inefficient against multiple enemies.

Best Weapons For Longsword Build in KCD2

The best Longsword with the highest possible damage in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is Reforged Radzig Kobyla’s Sword. It deals 199 Stab damage, 190 Slash damage, and 38 blunt damage with 299 Defense. However, since the required stats of this weapon are high, you will most likely gain advantage of its full potential in the end game. Despite that, you get the normal version of this weapon by killing Istvan Toth during The Storm quest. After that, when you get to Kuttenberg, you can craft the Reforged version at the blacksmithing station. The required materials for this weapon are as follows.

  • 1x Radzig Kobyla’s Longsword
  • 3x Toledo Steel – You can purchase this steel from a blacksmith in Kuttenberg city.
reforged radzig kobyla's sword - longsword build kcd2

However, for the early game and the mid-game, you will have to use other weapons with full potential. The best Longsword weapon for the early game is Knight’s Longsword and you can get it from Blacksmith Radovan in Tachov town in the Trosky region. It deals a decent 114 stab damage, 109 slash damage, and 22 blunt damage with 168 defense. Moreover, the overall required stats are low and you can easily match the requirements by acquiring the Train Hard, Fight Easy (Strength) and Deft Hands (Agility) perks.

As you make your way to Kuttenberg, you should upgrade the weapon and get yourself the Duelling Longsword. It has high requirements but you can easily meet them with the Train Hard. Fight Easy II (Strength) and Deft Hands II (Agility) perks. The Duelling Longsword is one of the best Longsword with high damage potential. It deals 183 stab damage, 174 slash damage, and 35 blunt damage with 272 defense.

Best Longsword Weapons to Use for Longsword Build in KCD2

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duelling longsword

Here are some of the best Longsword weapons that we recommend you to use if you are going for the Longsword Build in KCD2.

Longsword NameStab DmgSlash DmgBlunt DmgDefenseRequired StatsHow to Get
Knight’s Longsword11410922168Strength: 10
Agility: 13 
Can buy it from Blacksmith Radovan
Common Longsword12211646.4207Strength: 14
Agility: 16
Can buy it from Blacksmith Radovan in Tachov town, and Blacksmith Osina at Trosky Castle.
Broad Longsword16615832246Strength: 16
Agility: 19
Can buy it from the weaponsmith vendor in Grund, Blacksmith Zdimir.
Duelling Longsword18317435272Strength: 18
Agility: 17
Random drop from enemies
Reforged Radzig Kobyla’s Sword19919038299Strength: 20
Agility: 23
Craft it at the Blacksmithing station
Longsword Weapons for Longsword Build in KCD2

Best Amour For Longsword Build in KCD2

best armour for longsword build in kcd2

The best armour for the Longsword build that we would recommend you to equip includes Noble’s Bascinet, Mail Collar with a Coat of Arms, Milanese Cuirass, Nuremberg Gauntlets, Padded Chausses, and more. However, most of these armour items are mid/end-game so, you will not be getting the higher rarity of these armour pieces earlier in your playthrough.

However, while progressing in your story and in the mid-game, you can try out the following armour pieces for great defense and resistance against the attacks.

Armour SlotArmour Name
HeadHounskull Bascinet, Mail hood with a coat of arms
ArmsLaminar hands with rondels, Tournament gauntlets
Body/TorsoLong Gambeson, Saxon Hauberk, Magdeburg Cuirass
LegsSaxon Plate Legs, Noble’s quilted hose
Mid Game armour for Longsword Build in KCD2

For the end-game and the best armour pieces for the Longsword build, acquire the following.

Armour SlotArmour Name
HeadNoble’s bascinet, Mail hood with a coat of arms
ArmsNuremberg Plate Gauntlets, Nuremberg Gauntlets
Body/TorsoRiding Waffenrock, Short Pourpoint, Milanese Cuirass
LegsNoble Plate Leggings, Padded Chausses
Best Armour for the Longsword Build in KCD2

NOTE: Make sure to keep the armour in top condition. The armour defense stats and resistance degrade as the armour durability drops.

For the clothing items, wear the items that increase the Charisma. With high Charisma, you will have a high chance of passing the skill checks. Some of the best clothing items that you can get easily are as follows.

  • Embroidered Hood
  • Burgher Coat
  • Rowel Spurs

Best Perks Longsword Build in KCD2

best perks for longsword build in kcd2

The perks that we are going for the Longsword Build include the ones that grant us more breathing room regarding stamina, more damage with an attack bonus, more defense to tank incoming attacks, and more. Below we have mentioned all the major perks from main stats, skills, and combat that you should prioritize acquiring for the Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

Best Main Stats Perks for Longsword Build in KCD2

Here are the best main stats perks to pick for the Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

  • Strength             
    • Train Hard, Fight Easy I & II: The required Strength (stat) for all weapons will decrease by 2 (I) and 5 (II) for you to use efficiently.
    • Wrestler: Your Strength will make it easier to win fights in the clinch. The opponents will find it harder to react to your actions.
    • Strong as a Bull: Your carrying capacity increases by 20 pounds.
    • Grand Slam: The blunt damage of all melee weapons will increase by 5%.
    • Thrasher: Charged attacks deal 5% more damage.
  • Agility
    • Deft Hands I & II: The required Agility (stat) for all weapons will decrease by 2 (I) and 5 (II) for you to use efficiently.
    • Featherweight: Fall damage is reduced by 30%.
    • Nimble Stance: Dodges cost you 40% less stamina.
    • Totentanz: You gain a 15% weapon attack bonus for 5 seconds on a perfect dodge.
    • Finesse I & II: The slashing damage of all melee weapons is increased by 5%.
    • Viper I & II: The piercing damage of all melee weapons is increased by 5%.
  • Vitality
    • Ascetic: The nourishment will reduce 30% slower, allowing you to last longer without food.
    • Thick-Blooded: You will bleed slower than usual.
    • Creative Soul: Your Energy (sleepiness) will recover slowly while doing Alchemy, Blacksmithing, Sharpening, or playing Dice.
    • Hermes’ Haste: You will be 20% faster while sprinting.
    • Red Mist: When your health drops below 25 health points during combat, you gain a +3 bonus to Strength and Agility for a time, and your stamina regenerates faster.
    • Never Surrender: When your health drops below 25 points during combat, you get a +25 to your armour. This effect lasts until your health rises above 25 points again, or until combat is over.

NOTE: If you have some points available for Speech, then choose the ones that favor your playstyle or playthrough.

Best Skill Perks for Longsword Build in KCD2

best skill perks for longsword build in kcd2

In addition to the main stat perks, here are some of the best skill perks for the Longsword build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

  • Alchemy
    • Enthusiast: Your Energy will slowly replenish and nourishment will not decrease while brewing potions.
    • Water of Life: Healing potions heal you 25% faster.
  • Craftsmanship
    • Well-Fitted: Armour and clothing you repair will make less noise.
    • Razer-Sharp: Sharpening a weapon up to 98% will deal 10% more damage until the condition of the weapon drops below 75%.
    • Thorough Maintenance I & II: Your gear will be damaged 10% (I) or 20% (II) slower.
    • Hardened Steel: The weapons that you forge will have exceptional properties and will take damage 20% slower.
  • Horsemanship
    • Knight Training: Melee attacks from horseback will cost 15% less stamina.
  • Houndmaster
    • Life Saver: Mutt will defend you in the battle and attack enemies on your command.
    • Hunt!: Send Mutt to hunt and send him after wild game.
    • Charming Companion: Your Charisma increases by +4 when Mutt is with you.
  • Scholarship
    • Wonders of Man: You gain 20% more experience in Craftsmanship and Thievery skills.
    • Wonders of Nature: You gain 20% more experience in Survival and Alchemy skills.
  •  Stealth
    • Stealth Kill: While the dagger is equipped, you can perform a stealth kill by sneaking behind an enemy.
    • Ordinary Man: People will forget the crimes you have committed more quickly.
  • Survival
    • Flower Power: If you have 30+ fresh or dried herbs (not spoiled), your Charisma will count as 2 more.
    • Master Cook: Smoking or Cooking an unspoiled food item will result in 100% condition.
    • Leg Day: Gathering herbs will earn you experience in Strength stat.
  • Thievery
    • Nimble Fingers: You gain time 10% faster during the time-collecting phase of pickpocketing.
    • Silent Fiddler: You make 75% less noise while lockpicking.

NOTE: Feel free to expand your skills and choose their corresponding perks according to your playstyle.

Best Combat Perks for Longsword Build in KCD2

best combat perks for longsword build in kcd2

Here are the best perks to get for a Sword for the best Longsword build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

  • Warfare
    • Hardened Veteran I & II: Your stamina will regenerate 10% (I) or 20% (II) faster in combat.
    • Head Protection: Blows to the head will cause 20% less damage if you are wearing a helmet.
    • Against All Odds: When fighting against the higher number, you gain a bonus of +2 to Strength, Agility, and Warfare skills.
    • Rock Solid: When you don’t sprint or dodge for 10 seconds in battle, you’ll gain +20 to your armour.
    • Ironclad: Your armour will weigh you down 20lbs less, allowing you to keep a decent movement speed even with the heavy armour.
  • Sword
    • Opening Strike: Opening Strike allows you to deal significantly more damage with the first attack in a combat encounter.
    • Tendon Slicer: Tendon Slicer allows you to mitigate your opponent’s agility along with the strength of each sword combo.
    • Gladiator: You gain +bonus to your sword fighting skill when fighting the enemies with a one-handed sword and letting your other weapon free for a torch.
    • Precise Strike: Your sword fighting skill will count 3 higher when you use a fully charged sword attack on the enemy in combat.
    • Showtime: This perk allows you to gain some stamina and allows you to attack again the enemy after you perform a sword combo.
    • Magister Dimicator: Upon performing a perfect combo, you gain +5 to your Swordsmanship skill.

Best Potions For the Longsword Build in KCD2

best potions for longsword build in kcd2

Here are the best potions you can use for Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

  • Buck’s Blood- Increases stamina by 30% for 20 minutes.
  • Nighthawk- You will see better in the dark and energy will decrease 25% slower, lasting 15 minutes.
  • Lullaby- Add the poison to your weapon, sword, dagger, or even arrows for the bow. Striking an enemy with the poisoned weapon will deal damage over time. The enemies will suffer health degradation over time. A single poison hit can weaken or kill them even if they block your attack.
  • Strong Artemisia- Increases strength by 4 and both attack and defense cost 25% less stamina, lasts 10 minutes.
  • Strong Embrocation- Increases agility by 4 and spirit will cost 20% less stamina, lasts 15 minutes.
  • Strong Saviour Schnapps- Save the game, heals 20 health points, and increases strength, vitality, and agility by 2 for 5 minutes.
  • Strong Aqua Vitalis– You lose 50% less health and slow bleeding by 50%. Lasts 10 minutes.
  • Strong Marigold Decoction– Heals 40 health over one minute and instantly cures a hangover.
  • Painkiller Brew– Suppresses the effects of injury and your maximum stamina decreases with health 30% less, lasts 15 minutes.
  • Lethean Water- Drink one mouthful and you’ll forget all earthly experience. Obliterates all perk points, so they can be used elsewhere.

Best Tips and Tricks for Sword and Shield Build in KCD2

The Longsword Build is one of the most strongest builds in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 as it allows you to stand your ground confidently even against multiple soldiers. However, you still have to be careful when dealing with difficult opponents. Here are some of the tips and tricks that will help you with the Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.

  • Always prioritize distancing yourself from a group of enemies to reduce the chances of getting ambushed at once.
  • Use the Longsword combos like Lower Left/Right Strike, Mittelhaw, and Pommel Strike to defeat the enemies quickly.
  • If an opponent is skilled, use the Weaponstrike technique to defeat them. Wait for them to attack first and initiate the weaponstrike to catch them off guard every time.
  • Use Buck’s Blood and Painkiller Brew potions prior to a fight to have the advantage of connecting combos easily. These potions will both increase the stamina and reduce the stamina consumption.
  • While building the Longsword Build, we recommend you acquire the Train Hard. Fight Easy (Strength) and Deft Hands (Agility) perks as soon as possible. It will allow you to use the better Longswords with their full potential earlier.
  • Always keep your weapons and armour in top condition for additional damage.

FAQs about Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

What is the Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

The Longsword Build in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is all about hitting the enemies hard and tanking any strikes from the side. Longsword weapons like Duelling Longsword and Reforged Radzig Kobyla’s Sword, you will be able to deal the most amount of damage possible with each strike. Moreover, the combos will allow you to catch the enemies off guard to land your hits on them.

What are the best swords to use for the Longsword Build in KCD2?

The best Longsword weapon for the Longsword Build is Reforged Radzig Kobyla’s Sword as it has the highest stats than any other sword. You can start with Knight’s Longsword in the early game, then switch to Duelling Longsword in the mid-game. Lastly, switch to Reforged Radzig Kobyla’s Sword in the endgame.

What is the best armour for the Longsword Build in KCD2?

The best armour for the Longsword build that we would recommend you to equip includes Noble’s Bascinet, Mail Collar with a Coat of Arms, Milanese Cuirass, Nuremberg Gauntlets, Padded Chausses, and Noble Plate Leggings.

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