Introduction to the Skill Tree

Enshrouded features an extensive skill tree that allows you to customize your character’s abilities and playstyle. With limited skill points, especially in early game, choosing the right skills is crucial for survival and progression.

How to Earn Skill Points

Skill points are earned through:

• Leveling Up - Gain XP from combat, crafting, and exploration
• Completing Quests - Main and side quests reward skill points
• Exploring - Discovering new locations grants experience
• Defeating Bosses - Major encounters provide bonus points
• Crafting - Creating items contributes to your level

Universal Early Game Skills (All Builds)

These skills benefit every playstyle and should be prioritized:

1. Double Jump

Cost: 1 skill point
Why Essential: Dramatically improves mobility and exploration

• Reach higher areas
• Escape danger quickly
• Better combat positioning
• Essential for parkour sections
• Navigate terrain efficiently

2. Updraft

Cost: 1 skill point
Requires: Double Jump
Benefits:

• Glide longer distances
• Safe falls from heights
• Better aerial control
• Explore hard-to-reach places

3. Shroud Survival Time +30 seconds

Cost: 1 skill point
Critical for: Early shroud exploration

• Extends time in dangerous areas
• More thorough looting
• Reduces panic and mistakes
• Stack multiple times for longer expeditions

4. Health Boost

Cost: 1 skill point per tier
Recommended: At least 2-3 early upgrades

• Direct survivability increase
• More forgiving combat
• Survive stronger enemy hits
• Peace of mind while exploring

5. Stamina Boost

Cost: 1 skill point per tier
Why Important:

• More attacks before exhaustion
• Longer sprint duration
• Better combat endurance
• Improved gathering efficiency

Best Skills for Melee Builds

Jump Attack

Cost: 1 skill point
Effect: Deal massive damage by attacking while jumping

• High burst damage
• Crowd control capability
• Works with all melee weapons
• Combine with Double Jump for aerial combos
• Essential for melee specialists

Melee Damage Increase

Cost: 1 skill point per tier
Priority: Very High

• Direct damage scaling
• Faster enemy kills
• More efficient combat
• Stack early for best results

Block Efficiency

Cost: 1 skill point
Benefits:

• Reduce stamina cost when blocking
• Tank more hits
• Better defensive options
• Essential for shield users

Parry

Cost: 2 skill points
Advanced Skill:

• Counter-attack after perfect block
• High skill ceiling
• Devastating damage on success
• Best for experienced players

Best Skills for Ranged Builds

Sharpshooter

Cost: 1 skill point
Effect: Increased damage with bows and crossbows

• Essential for bow users
• Significant damage boost
• Works on all ranged weapons
• Priority #1 for archer builds

Headshot Damage

Cost: 1 skill point
Why Take It:

• Massive critical damage
• Reward precise aiming
• One-shot weaker enemies
• Skill-based power increase

Quick Draw

Cost: 1 skill point
Benefits:

• Faster arrow nocking
• Higher DPS output
• Better in combat situations
• More arrows in same time

Ammo Conservation

Cost: 1 skill point
Effect: Chance to not consume arrows

• Resource efficiency
• Less crafting needed
• More sustained damage
• Great for long expeditions

Best Skills for Magic Builds

Mana Regeneration

Cost: 1 skill point
Priority: Very High for mages

• Faster spell casting
• Less downtime
• More sustained magic damage
• Essential for magic builds

Spell Power

Cost: 1 skill point per tier
Direct scaling:

• Increases all magic damage
• Works on all spells
• Stack multiple times
• Core magic skill

Mana Pool Increase

Cost: 1 skill point
Benefits:

• Cast more spells before resting
• Better in prolonged fights
• More flexibility in combat
• Synergizes with high-cost spells

Wand Mastery

Cost: 1 skill point
Why Important:

• Reduced mana costs
• Cast spells more frequently
• Better resource management
• Must-have for magic users

Best Skills for Survival/Gathering

Resource Gathering Speed

Cost: 1 skill point
Massive Time Saver:

• Chop trees faster
• Mine ore quicker
• Gather plants efficiently
• Save hours of grinding

Carry Weight Increase

Cost: 1 skill point per tier
Quality of Life:

• Carry more items
• Fewer trips to base
• Better looting efficiency
• Essential for everyone

Fall Damage Reduction

Cost: 1 skill point
Safety Net:

• Survive longer falls
• Less careful navigation needed
• Explore more freely
• Cheap insurance

Mining Yield

Cost: 1 skill point
Economic Benefit:

• Get more ore per node
• Better resource efficiency
• Faster progression
• Great for builders

Best Skills for Building

Construction Speed

Cost: 1 skill point
For Base Builders:

• Place blocks faster
• Quick base construction
• Repair structures efficiently
• Must-have for builders

Blueprint Slots

Cost: 1 skill point
Convenience:

• Save more building designs
• Quick reconstruction
• Share designs easier
• Great for creative players

Skill Path Recommendations

Beginner Path (First 10 Points)

1. Double Jump (1 point)
2. Health Boost (2 points)
3. Shroud Time Extension (1 point)
4. Stamina Boost (1 point)
5. Your primary damage skill (2 points)
6. Carry Weight (1 point)
7. Resource Gathering Speed (1 point)
8. Updraft (1 point)

Warrior Path (Melee Focus)

1. Double Jump → Jump Attack
2. Health Boost (3-4 tiers)
3. Melee Damage (3-4 tiers)
4. Block Efficiency
5. Stamina Boost (2-3 tiers)
6. Shroud Time
7. Parry (if skilled)

Archer Path (Ranged Focus)

1. Double Jump → Updraft
2. Sharpshooter
3. Headshot Damage
4. Quick Draw
5. Health Boost (2-3 tiers)
6. Ammo Conservation
7. Stamina Boost (2 tiers)

Mage Path (Magic Focus)

1. Double Jump
2. Mana Regeneration
3. Spell Power (2-3 tiers)
4. Mana Pool Increase
5. Wand Mastery
6. Health Boost (2 tiers)
7. Shroud Time

Survivor Path (Balanced)

1. Double Jump
2. Health Boost (2 tiers)
3. Stamina Boost (2 tiers)
4. Resource Gathering
5. Carry Weight
6. Shroud Time
7. Fall Damage Reduction
8. Your chosen damage path (2-3 points)

Advanced Skill Combinations

Mobility Master

• Double Jump
• Updraft
• Sprint Speed
• Fall Damage Reduction
• Stamina Boost (3 tiers)

Result: Incredible movement and exploration capability

Tank Build

• Health Boost (4+ tiers)
• Block Efficiency
• Damage Reduction
• Armor Proficiency
• Melee Damage

Result: Nearly unkillable in combat

Glass Cannon Mage

• Spell Power (4+ tiers)
• Mana Regeneration (max)
• Wand Mastery
• Quick Cast
• Mana Pool (2 tiers)

Result: Devastating magic damage, fragile defense

Skills to Avoid Early

Not Priority Skills:

• Cooking Speed - Not urgent early game
• Swimming Speed - Rarely needed initially
• Pet Skills - No pets early game
• Advanced Combat - Too expensive for beginners
• Crafting Specializations - Wait until you choose focus
• Aesthetic Skills - Pure cosmetic, no gameplay benefit

How to Respec

You can reset skills, but it costs resources:

• Visit your Flame Altar
• Access skill tree menu
• Select “Reset Skills”
• Pay the rune cost (increases each time)
• Redistribute points freely

When to Respec:

• Changing playstyle completely
• Made mistakes in early choices
• Optimizing for endgame content
• Trying new build experiments

Mid-Game Skill Priorities

After level 15-20, focus on:

1. Specialization - Commit to your role
2. Utility - Quality of life improvements
3. Synergy - Skills that work together
4. Optimization - Fine-tune your build

Late-Game Considerations

Eventually you’ll unlock most skills, but prioritize:

• Endgame Combat - Boss-killing abilities
• Efficiency - Speed up all activities
• Utility - Maximum convenience
• Fun Factor - Skills that match your playstyle

Common Skill Mistakes

Avoid these errors:

1. Spreading Too Thin - Focus on one damage path
2. Ignoring Survival - Health and stamina are crucial
3. All Damage, No Utility - Mobility and gathering help
4. Following Others Blindly - Choose what fits YOUR play
5. Hoarding Points - Use them, don’t save indefinitely

Conclusion

The best skill choices depend on your playstyle, but universal picks like Double Jump, Health Boost, and Shroud Time Extension benefit everyone. Commit to a primary damage path early, invest in survivability, and add quality-of-life skills as you progress.

Remember: You can respec later, so don’t be afraid to experiment!

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