McFluffin has been playing and making content for Last Epoch since Alpha. He has also been a Community Tester since the implementation of the program, which has allowed him the opportunity to provide feedback to Eleventh Hour Games on pre release builds since 2020. With degrees in both science and philosophy, McFluffin enjoys applying the analytical processees he's learned to build making, efficiency, and a better understanding of the inner workings of the games he plays. Despite all of that, his favorite thing to do is be weird on Twitch while hanging out with his friendly and welcoming community. Introduction
This build is a variation of the Shadow Daggers Bladedancer. When compared to its counterpart, this build offers a more Melee Bruiser playstyle. Where the other build wants to jump in and out of the fight, this one wants to stay in, using Dancing Strikes to move about quickly and apply Shadow Daggers while also gaining huge buffs in the process. Choose this build if you want a more Melee focused and engaging playstyle with a greater challenge.
Damage from this build comes from ramping up our buffs through Dancing Strikes and Smoke Bomb to deal huge Shadow Daggers Crits. Getting the most out of the build is not easy to pull off, but when everything clicks the result is very satisfying.
Overall, Dancing Strikes Shadow Daggers Bladedancer is a challenging build that will reward skilled players. It is capable of doing the hardest content but it won't be as easy as some other builds. The build is strongest in the Monolith of Fate, but with good gear can also tackle Dungeons. Due to the inherent danger of Melee playstyles It is not a good option for competitive Arena.
Smoke Bomb
Dancing Strikes
Shift
Decoy
Shadow Cascade
This build guide assumes you have a Level 70 Character. Reach Level 70 with our Bladedancer Leveling Guide.
If you are looking for a different playstyle, check all our Build Guides!
Unique Playstyle ✔
Solid Monolith Farmer ✔
Tanky With Good Gear ✔
High Movement Speed ✔
Very Good Damage With Buffs Up ✔
❌ Vulnerable When Not Moving
❌ Buffs Are Difficult To Manage
❌ Melee Playstyles Are Dangerous
❌ Dancing Strikes Is Hard To Control
❌ Dual Wield Setup Takes More Damage
