Captains are true leaders, able to use their skills to inspire those around them and ensure the success of their fellowship. This guide will show you the basics of playing the Captain class, setting you on course to become a master Captain.
The Captain is arguably the most versatile class in the game. Skilled in rallying together allies and providing timely encouragement on the battlefield, in gameplay terms they are best known for their ability to buff up allies, enhancing their ability to succeed in combat. However, they also have skills that allow them to heal and revive fallen comrades, and when necessary can tank for a group. While not the most skilled class in either of these categories they are still more than capable of fulfilling these roles under most circumstances. Captains also have a few special skills that can turn a losing cause into a miraculous victory, making them a welcome addition to any group effort.
Compared to other classes, Captains are near the top of the line when it comes to taking hits due to their high health and ability to wear heavy armour. Captains drop down to the middle of the pack when it comes to dishing out damage, but they’re still quite competent at doing damage when the situation calls for it. Always remember that a Captain’s greatest strength is in his flexibility; they are given many different ways to approach a situation, so being able to adapt to changing combat conditions will lead to great success as a Captain.
Humans are the only race that can play captains, so you’ll have no choice when creating your character. Keep in mind the useful traits that humans have access to, such as the sword damage bonus and a powerful self-heal. Also be aware of the fellowship bonus traits that are available; these can further augment a Captain’s usefulness in a fellowship.
There’s nothing complicated about finding the right equipment for your Captain. Since it’s a diverse class it can never hurt to upgrade any of your stats, although generally speaking its best to focus on might, fate or will while placing the least importance on agility. Morale boosting equipment is also useful as it improves your ability to function as a tank, but while a few stats are more important than others there are no must have pieces of equipment for Captains.