Necromancer Build Divinity 2

So, you’re thinking about raising the dead, huh? Not in, like, a therapy-session-recovering-from-loss way, but in a Divinity: Original Sin 2, smacking-enemies-with-skeletons kind of way. Awesome! Let’s talk about becoming the ultimate Necromancer.

Forget everything you think you know about being a goody-two-shoes. We're embracing the dark side, baby! Think less Gandalf, more… well, a Gandalf who's really into bones.

Starting Your Spooky Journey

First things first: character creation. Don’t overthink it! Honestly, the race you pick doesn’t matter too much. Play what you think looks cool. Though an Undead Necromancer? Come on, that’s just good roleplaying.

Stats? Intelligence is your best friend. It’s basically the brainpower that fuels your undead army. Followed by Wits. Go all in. Wits makes you go first, and going first in combat is huge, especially with all the AOE damage the Necromancer can do.

Skills? Necromancy, obviously! But also, consider Scoundrel for mobility. A dead person can still be sneaky, right?

Raising the Roof (and the Dead)

Okay, time for the fun part: summoning things! Your bread and butter spell is Summon Undead. Seriously, that’s your best friend. Get it, max it, love it.

Imagine the look on your enemies' faces when you summon a hulking skeleton warrior right in their midst. Pure panic. Good times!

Remember to use corpses that enemies leave behind! Turning your foe into a walking, talking (well, groaning) weapon is the ultimate insult. They really should have thought about that before they, you know, died.

A Few Tips From the Grave

Your Undead summons get stronger when you heal them. Which is weird, right? But embrace the weirdness. Poison works too! It's funny watching them thriving on what would kill others.

Consider investing in Living on the Edge. It makes you temporarily invincible at super low health! Paired with Last Rites, you're basically a cockroach that refuses to die, and summons armies of the dead. Talk about annoying!

Don't forget about your physical armor! A dead mage is still a mage. Getting knocked down before you can raise your horde is bad.

Combat: A Dance of Death (and Bones)

Combat with a Necromancer is all about control. You want to be in the back, raining down spells and keeping your summons alive. Let them do the dirty work! That's what they're there for!

Spells like Grasps of the Starved and Bloody Rain are your best friends. Area-of-effect damage is your specialty! Turn the battlefield into a blood-soaked mess.

Don't forget that corpses are your friends. More corpses equals more summons. More summons equals more fun! It's a simple equation.

Dealing With Annoying Enemies

Those pesky enemies with high magic armor giving you trouble? Switch to physical damage for a bit! A well-placed dagger backstab from your Scoundrel skills can work wonders.

Bone Widow is your ultimate weapon, especially against single strong enemies. They can pack a serious punch! Plus, they’re spiders made of bone. How cool is that?

If things get hairy, don’t be afraid to use Play Dead. It's hilarious to watch enemies wail on your summons while you're "dead." They'll feel silly once you spring back to life and raise even more undead.

Party Dynamics: Undead and Loving It

Your party members might raise an eyebrow (or two) at your…unique…methods. But don’t worry, they’ll come around. Eventually. Especially when those skeletons are saving their butts in a tough fight.

A good tank is always appreciated. Someone to soak up the damage while you're busy raising the dead. Bonus points if they have taunt skills. It gives your summons a chance to go to work.

A character with healing skills is also useful, even though you're technically "healing" your undead with poison. Maybe they can throw some healing at you, just in case you start looking a little too undead.

Roleplaying the Grim Reaper

Don’t be afraid to lean into the roleplaying aspect! Talk about death, make morbid jokes, and generally creep everyone out. It's all part of the fun!

Consider using the Pet Pal talent so you can speak with animals. Hear the whispers of the dead in the wind. Your animal friends can offer hints and secrets that other characters cannot obtain.

Think about your motivations! Are you a benevolent Necromancer, using your powers to protect the innocent? Or are you a power-hungry maniac, obsessed with controlling life and death? The choice is yours!

Late Game: Become the God of Death

By the time you reach the late game, you’ll be an unstoppable force of nature. You'll be able to summon incredibly powerful creatures. You will have the world in the palm of your hand.

Your summons will be able to tear through enemies like tissue paper. You'll have enough spells to control the battlefield. People will tremble at the mere mention of your name.

Don't forget to grab the Source Vampirism ability. Source abilities are super powered abilities. It allows you to devour corpses for Source Points. It is basically a Necromancer's dream.

Embrace the Darkness

Max out your Necromancy skill! You want to be able to summon the biggest, baddest undead creatures possible. Size matters. Especially when it comes to skeletons.

Experiment with different gear combinations. Look for items that boost your intelligence and Necromancy skills. A cool robe and a staff made of bone? Yes, please!

Most importantly, have fun! Being a Necromancer is all about embracing the dark side and unleashing your inner crazy. So go out there and raise some hell!

The Undead Life: More Than Just Bones

Sure, playing a Necromancer in Divinity: Original Sin 2 is about summoning skeletons and controlling the dead. But it’s also about strategy, resource management, and a healthy dose of dark humor.

It's about defying expectations and showing the world that even the most morally questionable characters can be powerful and effective. And sometimes, hilarious.

So, if you're looking for a unique and rewarding gameplay experience, give the Necromancer build a try. You might just surprise yourself with how much you enjoy raising the dead.

Who knows, you might even find yourself saying, "I see dead people...and they're working for me!"

Happy summoning!