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Learn how to create a powerful PvE Warden build by subclassing into Grave Lord and Assassin in Elder Scrolls Online.
Update 46 of Elder Scrolls Online introduced the powerful subclassing mechanic, which allows players to pick skill lines from different classes to create powerful combinations. For Warden players, subclassing offers the potential to shore up their deficiencies in AoE damage and DPS.
The Gravelord skill line of the Necromancer subclass is a surprisingly natural fit with the Animal Companions Warden. This build also subclasses into the Assassination skill line of the Nightblade class to significantly ramp up weapon and spell damage with the Rentless Focus slotted bonus and healing capability. While the build is primarily focused on PvE, it can be altered for PvP with armor set and ability changes.
Warden-Necromancer-Nightblade Subclassing Build in Elder Scrolls Online
- Class – Warden
- Weapon One – Perfected Whorl of the Depths
- Weapon Two – Perfected Thunderous Volley
- Armor Types – 6 Medium, 1 Light
- Race – Wood Elf
- Attributes – 64 Stamina
- Mundus Stone – Thief
- Best Grimoires – Ulfsild’s Contingency, Traveling Knife, Torchbearer
Class Skill Lines
- Grave Lord
- Assassination
- Animal Companions
Subclassing
Subclassing in this build enhances the Warden’s combat efficiency by combining Necromancer and Nightblade abilities. The Grave Lord skill line introduces strong AoE tools like Blighted Blastbones and Skeletal Archer, boosting overall damage output and synergy with Animal Companions.
From the Nightblade’s Assassination line, Relentless Focus and Killer’s Blade offer high single-target damage and crucial healing. This dual-subclass setup creates a fast-paced, stamina-based playstyle that excels in both solo and group PvE, delivering a well-rounded balance of sustained pressure, burst potential, and survivability.
Also Read: ESO Subclass Power Leveling Guide 2025
Necromancer-Nightblade-Warden Skills
Primary:
- Blighted Blastbones
- Venom Skull
- Killer’s Blade
- Subterranean Assault
- Bird of Prey
- Wild Guardian (Ultimate)
Backup:
- Endless Hail
- Poison Injection
- Detonating Siphon
- Skeletal Archer
- Relentless Focus
- (Ultimate)
Attributes
While slotting attributes, speccing 64 points into Stamina is the best choice for this build as it will scale your damage, healing, and shields.
Mundus Stone
The best Mundus Stone for the subclassing Warden is the Thief, as it provides an increased weapon and spell critical strike chance.
Champion Points
Warfare Constellation Champion Points
- Master-at-Arms
- Fighting Finesse
- Deadly Aim
- Wrathful Strikes
Fitness Constellation Champion Points
- Fortified
- Boundless Vitality
- Bloody Renewal
- Rejuvenation
Craft Constellation Champion Points
- Treasure Hunter
- Liquid Efficiency
- Gifted Rider
- Steed’s Blessing
Equipment
| Slot | Type | Set |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Medium | Slimecraw |
| Shoulders | Medium | Tide-Born Wildstalker |
| Chest | Medium | Tide-Born Wildstalker |
| Legs | Medium | Tide-Born Wildstalker |
| Gloves | Medium | Tide-Born Wildstalker |
| Boots | Medium | Tide-Born Wildstalker |
| Belt | Light | Perfected Whorl of the Depths |
| Weapon One | Bow | Perfected Whorl of the Depths |
| Weapon Two | Bow | Perfected Thunderous Volley |
| Necklace | N/A | Velothi Ur-Mage’s Amulet |
| Ring 1 | N/A | Perfected Whorl of the Depths |
| Ring 2 | N/A | Perfected Whorl of the Depths |
Consumables
- Artaeum Takeaway Broth
- Dubious Camoran Throne
- Lava Foot Soup-And-Saltrice
- Essence of Weapon Critical Potion
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