Trying to perfect your holy Paladin play? This best Lost Ark Paladin build guide will hopefully show you the way. Considered a support class by most, while it certainly won't be topping the DPS charts, the right Lost Ark Paladin build can see them easily slot into any PVP or PVE group.
A lot is set to change about this Lost Ark Paladin build guide as the game matures, so do bear that in mind for now. The initial aim is to get any new, lost, or aspiring Paladin players off on the right foot. Lost Ark skills are deep, which, in turn, can complicate gameplay, so we're going to try to simplify things down a little.
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Lost Ark Paladin Build - What Are the Best Leveling Skills?
| Skill Point Priority | Level Range (Approximate) | Runes | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Thrust | 12 | Law of the Jungle, Chain Attack, Flash Enhancement | Early area damage |
| Charge | 16 | Move Distance | Traversal/mobility |
| Punishment | 20 | Swift Fingers, Divine Punishment | Single-target damage |
| Executor's Sword | 32 | Stigmata, Challenger's Will, Broad Slash | Good single-target or area damage |
| Holy Explosion | 36 | Swift Fingers, Wide Explosion | Even more area damage |
| Holy Sword | 40 | Stigmata, Weak Point Detection | Solid single-target damage |
| Execution of Justice | 45 | Rune Prison, Strength Release | Good area damage |
| Heavenly Blessings | 50 | Faith, Valor, Heavenly Requiem | Great area damage and support |
Though the Paladin will never top the charts in terms of damage, they can still easily clear mob camps, packs, and take on big bosses with respectable area and single-target damage. You can min-max this build by redistributing some skill points into newer skills to unlock some great tier-three runes at around level 40, but we're hoping to keep things simple.
- Check out: Our dedicated Lost Ark leveling guide and our Lost Ark Wardancer build as well
One key point is once you unlock your Awakening skills - and which point you should look to take some out of lesser single-target strikes to get Heavenly Blessings maxed out in time for some proper group content.
click to enlargeBest Lost Ark Paladin Build For PvP
| 1v1 Skills | 1v1 Runes | 3v3 Skills | 3v3 Runes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charge | Mobility, Protection, Ambush | Charge | Mobility, Protection, Ambush |
| Dash Slash | Pace, Slash, Sprint | Executor's Sword | Mobility, |
| Executor's Sword | Mobility | Execution Justice | Forward Attack, Strength Release, Light Explosion |
| Execution Justice | Forward Attack, Strength Release, Explosion | Holy Sword | Propulsion, Vital Point Strike, Condensed Energy |
| Holy Sword | Propulsion, Vital Point, Energy | Godsent Law | Shield, Wide-angle, Grace |
| Light Shock | Swift, Light's Vestige, Sphere | Wrath of God | Wide, Thunder, Guardian |
| Light Judgement | Swift, Wide, Light | Holy Protection | Quick, Protection, Protection |
| Wrath of God | Wide, Tenacity, Guardian | Heavenly Blessings | Agile, Perseverance, Requiem |
There isn't a massive difference between the preferred PVP Lost Ark Paladin build across the 1v1 and 3v3 queues. A lot of it has to do with keeping the Paladin agile and on its feet, helping them shake off CC and rush to the aid of allies.
Most PVP veterans would say to start things off with a knock-up, stun, or another CC effect before linking things up with a combo. Just be wary of the few Paladin skills which take some time to cast.
What Are the Best Raid Skills?
| Skill | Runes | Special Rune |
|---|---|---|
| Charge | Mobility, Protection | Recharge |
| Holy Land | Quick, Grace, Grace | Overwhelm |
| Holy Sword | Position, Outburst, Release | Overwhelm |
| Light Shock | Swift, Light, Shock | Bleed |
| Godent Law | Shield, Wide, Grace | Protection |
| Wrath of God | Wide, Faith, Fury | Wealth |
| Holy Protection | Quick, Purify, Vow | Focus |
| Heavenly Blessings | Faith, Valor, Blessing | Wealth |
Once you're ready to raid with a group, you're going to need to rejig your Lost Ark Paladin build from its leveling layout. This is to shift things away from damage and more into supporting your group. With this Lost Ark Paladin build, you'll be able to greatly reduce the team's incoming damage with Holy Land and Godsent Law.
- See our: Lost Ark Knowledge Transfer guide for help leveling a Paladin
There's a bit of added range from skills like Holy Sword and Light Shock, which can even keep up a handy damage debuff on the target if handled correctly.
Hopefully that's cleared up any quick-fire questions you might have regarding a Lost Ark Paladin build for leveling, PVP, and raid content. We'll dive into the finer details as the game matures and we all become a little more experience. Until then, check out how Lost Ark Strongholds and Lost Ark codes can help you get ahead of the game. Need more gear before then? Out Lost Ark boss guide can help you get some easy loot.