Commanding an army of summons in Tainted Grail lets you dominate battles from a safe distance. While this playstyle starts slow, it becomes devastatingly effective with the right setup.
Build Overview
- Core Stats: Prioritize Spirit (10+) for summon scaling, then Intellect (5+) for mana sustainability.
- Playstyle: Deploy minions to tank and deal damage while using utility spells and ranged attacks.
Key Spells & Strategies
1. Ghost of Broc Meala
- Role: Primary boss-killer summon
- Requires: 75 mana + 10 Spirit
- Tip: Pair with charged cube attacks for maximum damage output
2. Grindylow Swarm
- Strength: Stunlocks groups and maintains enemy aggression
- Location: Bandit camp west of Archspire (locked chest)
3. Corpse Eater
- Flexibility: Switches between melee/ranged attacks
- No Stat Requirement: Ideal for early-game progression
Essential Support Spell: Soul Salvage
- Recover mana or health when dismissing summons
- Crucial for managing spell rotation and sustain
Gear Optimization
- Weapons: Ranged options like charge-based cubes
- Armor: Prioritize Spirit bonuses and mana regeneration
- Relics: Seek summon duration/health modifiers
Combat Tips
- Use terrain obstacles to avoid direct confrontation
- Refresh summons at campfires regularly
- Combine Grindylow’s crowd control with Ghost’s single-target DPS
Final FAQ
Q: Which summon deals the most damage?
Ghost of Broc Meala excels in extended fights, while Grindylows shred groups.
Q: How many simultaneous summons can I control?
Only two types can be active, but you can summon multiples of the same type.
Q: Should I prioritize Spirit or Intellect?
Spirit unlocks top-tier summons first—focus there before boosting Intellect.
Become a battlefield conductor, orchestrating chaos while staying safely behind your monstrous legion. Just remember: summoner builds reward patience and smart resource management.