The Pure Intelligence Sorcerer Build - (Darks Souls 3) - Darksouls123

Build Overview

Youtuber ChaseTheBro came up with this build in 2017 that doesn't do anything radically different from other pure Intelligence builds, yet he has optimized this one to make it very simple to put together and use for both PvE and PvP. The idea is to defeat foes with only sorceries with as little reliance on parrying and melee as possible (ideally none).

PVP Tips

Understanding the range and projectile speed of one's spells is crucial for making the best of this DS3 sorcerer build. Utilize Crystal Soul Spear as a way to pressure foes into evading, though, try using it to steer them in a direction. One may not be able to corner them, but forcing the enemy along a predictable path can allow the player to switch to faster spells like Great Heavy Soul Arrow to unleash a hard-to-dodge barrage of blue-white bolts.

PVE Tips

Since most PvE foes won't prioritize dodging spells, it will be easy to mow enemies down with Crystal Soul Spear from safe distances. However, during some boss fights, it would be best to stick to quicker yet less damaging spells like Great Heavy Soul Arrow.

Stats

Soul Level: 110

Vigor: 34

Attunement: 30

Endurance: 29

Vitality: 12

Strength: 11

Dexterity: 18

Intelligence: 60

Faith: 7

Luck: 12

² Equipment

Right hand: 8

Court Sorcerer's Staff +10

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Left hand: 8

Scholar's Candlestick +10

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Head: 6

Crown of Dusk

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Chest: 6

Antiquated Plain Garb (Can change Anything)

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Arms: 6

Violet Wrappings (Can change Anything)

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Legs: 6

Loincloth -(The Ringed City) (Can change Anything)

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Ring 1: 3

Young Dragon Ring

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Ring 2: 3

Bellowing Dragoncrest Ring

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Ring 3:

Prisoner's Chain

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Ring 4: 8

Sage's Ring +2

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Optional: 

any usable melee weapon as a back-up in either hand