Rune Slayer

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Rune Slayer
  • 2nd Job
  • Transcendence

Full Name
Elsword
Class
Rune Slayer
Weapon
Great Sword
Extra Abilities
Fire and Rune Magic, Sword Projection
Age
16
Race
Human
Height
164 cm (5 ft 5 in)
Weight
56 kg (123 lb)
Strength Skill Damage Increase
Class Tree
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Release Date
12 November 2009
4 May 2011
6 July 2011
4 January 2012
31 July 2013
Trans. Release Date
14 July 2016
28 September 2016
28 September 2016
28 September 2016
28 September 2016
14 December 2016
Statistics
Speed
Average
Range
Medium
Difficulty
Easy
Magical
I'll show you the power of runes!!


Rune Slayer

[A swordsman who mastered the power of Rune and Magic]

Background

  • In-game Version
  • Nexon Version

A swordsman who uses both his sword and rune magic to fight.

Using both sword aura and magic can be difficult as they are two completed different forms of mana.

To circumvent the inefficient method of containing two separate energy in one body, Elsword develops a way to imbue magic into his sword, and earns the title, Rune Slayer.


Second Class Advancement

Completing the following advancement quest or using the Item Mall item: Rune Slayer's Mark will change your job to Rune Slayer.

Rune Slayer
Rune Slayer 1/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
Description

He is used to using both sword and magic. But as he faced new enemies, it was harder to battle against them.
It wasn't just that he was facing stronger enemies, but it felt like he himself has stopped growing. Let's check if there's anything wrong with him with this battle.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 700 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Rune Slayer 2/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete Rune Slayer 1/5
Description

After a couple of battles, Elsword came to a conclusion that he has reached a wall.
Perhaps it was obvious as he was trying to contain both sword aura and mana in one container.
After a short regret, Elsword shook his head. This was his own path that he chose. Though he may not have been truly gifted, he did not want to deny this choice he made.
If there's no path, he can forge one. Just like when he first discovered his talent, perhaps hints can be found in the battlefield.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 6,900 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Rune Slayer 3/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete Rune Slayer 2/5
Description

As he battles against the Nasods, Elsword realizes that what he needs is balance. A careful balance would enable him to utilize his limited container more effectively. But for that, he needed a new method that did not exist before.
'Magic usually requires language to activate, but when you fight face-to-face, it's hard to focus enough to speak, right? Why don't you try using magic circles or symbols that don't require you to say anything?'
Though she nags a lot, you can always rely on Aisha for magic advice. Let's find Allegro, as he knows some magic runes.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 7,600 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Rune Slayer 4/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete Rune Slayer 3/5
Description

Allegro was using methods that maximize efficiency such as drawing ancient runes to create magic circles, or temporarily making his weapon stronger.
With this method he can chain his sword technique with magic and make the magic itself much stronger. Let's revise the ancient runes that Allegro taught and apply them in battle.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 700 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Rune Slayer 5/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete Rune Slayer 4/5
Description

After many trials and errors, Elsword finally manages to imbue magic to his sword using runes.
The only thing left is finding a careful balance between his sword and magic. Let's defeat more enemies to find the perfect balance and become an even more powerful magic swordsman.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 14,600 2nd Job Change Promotion Cube x1 N/A
ED 8,000 [Cobo] 2nd Job Useful Items Cube x1 N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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You can Transcend at Lv 70.

Transcendence Advancement

Completing the following advancement quest or using the Item Mall item: Book of Transcendence: God's Will will advance to your Transcendent 2nd job.

Rune Slayer - Transcendence
Limit Break 1/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Achieve level 70
  • Complete your Second Job Advancement
  • Clear 2 dungeons in your level range
    (excluding Ruben/Event Dungeon/Guild Mini Game/Guild Expedition/Ereda Island/Dimension of Sinister Intent/Twisted Time and Space - Fahrmann's Peak/Henir's Time and Space/Gate of Darkness/Add's Energy Fusion Theory)
Description

[Book of Transcendence] - Intro
Many seek power, but it's not easy to acquire one. Among those that seek power, the El Masters have achieved theirs in a unique way.
Each El Master has overcome their limits using their innate abilities. This book, specifically, will be narrating the power of transcendence, a power that was developed and used by the Earth Master.
Power of Transcendence is given to those that overcome their limits, no matter their origin.
First, one should prove their worth.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 0 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Limit Break 2/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete the quest Limit Break 1/5
  • Collect Symbol of Resolve (Sander, Lanox, Atlas, Elysion dungeons) 0/2
Description

[Book of Transcendence] - Chapter 1
Those who seek power must first look and see if they are properly prepared.
A powerful body obtained through regular training is important, one's resolve to face difficult trials is more important.
Your firm resolve and belief in yourself will materialize Symbol of Resolve.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 0 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Limit Break 3/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete the quest Limit Break 2/5
  • Collect Symbols of Determination (Sander, Lanox, Atlas, Elysion dungeons) 0/2
Description

[Book of Transcendence] - Chapter 2
Transcendence is the power to overcome your limits. You must undergo trials in order to find the key to do so.
Though a proven method is to throw yourself in danger, you need the determination to turn those dangerous situations into an opportunity.
Your unshaken determination will materialize as Symbol of Determination.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 0 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Limit Break 4/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete the quest Limit Break 3/5
  • Collect Symbol of Purpose (Sander, Lanox, Atlas, Elysion dungeons) 0/1
Description

[Book of Transcendence] - Chapter 3
Those seeking the power of transcendence will face many trials. When you lose yourself in face of these trials, you must remember your goal, your purpose.
Your single minded focus in showing your purpose will materialize as Symbol of Purpose and put you closer to transcendence.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 0 N/A N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Limit Break 5/5
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Quest Acceptance Prerequisites Objectives
  • Complete the quest Limit Break 4/5
  • Clear 3 dungeons in your level range
    (excluding Ruben/Event Dungeon/Guild Mini Game/Guild Expedition/Ereda Island/Dimension of Sinister Intent/Twisted Time and Space - Fahrmann's Peak/Henir's Time and Space/Gate of Darkness/Add's Energy Fusion Theory)
Description

[Book of Transcendence] - Chapter 4
Those who have faced their limits, now you will face the final trial.
Only those who overcome their own limitations are truly worthy of power.
You will now face transcendence, but remember, those who found the end, will soon find themselves a new beginning.
Overcome your limits and prove your worth. Then, the power of transcendence will reside in you.

Rewards
Currency/Experience Common Rewards Selective Rewards
EXP 0 [Cobo] Transcendence Useful Items Cube N/A
ED 0 N/A N/A
EP 0 N/A N/A
AP 0
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Upon reaching Lv.99, a Transcendent: Rune Slayer can job advance to a Rune Master.

Skill Tree

Skills Passives
Level 35
Level 40

Level 45
Level 50
Level 55

Level 60

Level 65
Transcendence
Level 70

Level 80

Level 90
Level 95
  • 2nd Job Skill Traits unlocked at Level 70.
  • 2nd Job Final Enhanced Skill unlocked upon Transcending.
  • Transcendence Skill Traits unlocked at Level 99.
  • Transcendence Final Enhanced Skill unlocked upon advancing to 3rd job class.



Additional Commands

 : All damage values for new and preexisting commands receive a 1.1x multiplier during 2nd job.
Image Description Damage

The standard combo is reworked to engulfing the last two slashes in flames. The flames do magical damage and the final no longer knocks down, now doing hitstun.

  • Elsword's can no longer be performed.
  • Note that the flame slashes are both Vitality and Destruction: The flames are Destruction, the slashes are Vitality.

149% Phy. Damage
183% Phy. Damage
76% Phy. Damage
+ 107% Mag. Damage x2
76% Phy. Damage
+ 93% Mag. Damage x4

After the standard combo, explode a rune beneath the enemy to launch them up once more. The rune can be delayed for a short time by holding down . If fully charged, the rune will not launch grounded opponents.


318% Phy. Damage
394% ~ 592% Mag. Damage

All fireballs used in combos are replaced with runes.

  • 's runes have infinite piercing unlike Magic Knight's fireball.

Changes the fireball in Magic Knight's to a rune. The rune has a heavier hitstun and doesn't launch enemies as high. If fully charged, the rune will not launch grounded opponents.

287% Phy. Damage
303% Mag. Damage (4 MP)
394% ~ 592% Mag. Damage

Changes the fireball in Magic Knight's combo to a rune. The rune will remain in place until an additional is pressed, firing it down at a 45° angle, covering a moderate distance. The rune can be absorbed but not reflected and can pierce twice.

  • It is possible to dash cancel the combo after the first , allowing you to repeat the combo and remain in the air indefinitely. Video


299% Phy. Damage
341% Mag. Damage (4 MP)
436% Mag. Damage

Updates

Date Changes
KR NA
02/14/2013 -
  • Movement delay after decreased and launch height decreased.
  • Removed hang time after and added the ability to dash cancel the combo.
07/09/2015 -
  • Fixed issue where input would appear later if the command was interrupted.
07/23/2015 12/16/2015
  • Added new combo.
  • Modified :
    • Third and final input are now engulfed in flames.
11/16/2016 -
  • Rune size in decreased.


Gallery

Full Gallery: Elsword/Gallery

Artwork

Miscellaneous


Tips and Details

  • Strangely, Rune Slayer's >>ZZX combo does not have increased damage on an enemy affected by his Magic Chain passive, despite the former being a magical attack.
  • Unlike most other magical projectiles, Rune Slayer's Runes cannot be reflected completely. The runes will still go past enemies but will not deal damage if reflected.
    • Allies behind will receive damage from 'reflected' rune.


Trivia

  • In his concept art, his initial design was rejected as it had too many similarities to Magic Knight. They then completely redesign his outfit and personality to be more rugged and laid-back rather than knightly and serious like Lord Knight.
  • On Rune Slayer's runes, text reading "The Time Is Now" can be seen under the main symbol in small text.
  • Despite Sword Fire being moved to Magic Knight and Lodestar taking its place, it is still listed as one of Rune Slayer's Primary Skills.


Alternative Names

Server Name Translation
South Korea 룬 슬레이어 Rune Slayer
Japan ルーンスレイヤー Rune Slayer
Taiwan (Traditional Chinese) 符文殺手 Rune Slayer
China (Simplified Chinese) 符文杀手 Rune Slayer
Germany Runenritter Rune Knight
Spain Caballero Runico Rune Knight
France Chevalier runique Rune Knight
Italy Cavaliere delle Rune Rune Knight
Poland Rycerz Runiczny Rune Knight
United Kingdom Rune Knight
Thailand นักดาบรูน Rune Knight
Brazil Cavaleiro Rúnico Rune Knight



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