In Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, there are various ways to nurture your characters. Among them, the 'Talent Tree' is a system where you invest points to gain stats or special effects. While the method is familiar from other games, the sheer number of choices can lead to some serious head-scratching. So, KookminTree has compiled the choices made by top-ranking users as of now.

※ Information collected as of June 3rd, 8 AM.
※ Information based on the top 10 players by tier ranking across all classes, totalling 30 individuals.

[Attack] Skill Use or Critical Hit

The Attack Tree currently splits into choices focused on frequent 'skill' usage or 'critical hit' activation. The former predominantly selects nodes that reduce skill cooldown or rage consumption. Notably, the [Intense Rage] node, which decreases skill cooldown and increases damage, was chosen by 67% of users.

Conversely, the critical hit-focused path sees a somewhat lower selection rate. A primary reason for this is the difficulty in maintaining the special effects that provide critical hit chance. More crucially, the current low item performance makes it hard to boost base critical hit chance. However, this issue is expected to be resolved with the June 10th update, which will introduce new item tiers and an expanded growth limit.

For reference, [Battle Fever], which recovers rage every second in combat, activates even when combat isn't actually occurring. This means you can recover rage by attacking empty air while moving or when switching weapons.

[Defense] Damage Reduction by Acquiring Rage

In the first group, [Iron Will] was overwhelmingly chosen. This is because, unlike other options, its effects activate unconditionally. Furthermore, increased rage acquisition allows for more frequent skill usage, offering an offensive advantage.

However, the second group presents divided choices. [Fierce Rage], receiving the most selections, leans towards an aggressive playstyle but loses efficiency if parries aren't frequent. In contrast, [Grace] has an easily met activation condition, and [Steadfastness] has the advantage of no activation condition at all. If you prioritize defense, [Grace] or [Steadfastness] are recommended.

[Support] Attack Power Buff Maintainable at All Times

[Counter Time] increases attack power by a significant 12.5% and its effect is very easy to maintain, leading to it being chosen by over half of the users. Some users opted for [Indomitable], which increases maximum stamina, a viable choice if you favour frequent evasion.

The final group yielded somewhat surprising results. With the exception of [Sharpshooter], the other options provide effects unrelated to combat. Despite this, [Sharpshooter]'s selection rate was only 33%, lower than [Master Gatherer]. Coupled with the 0% selection rate for [Keen Eye] in the Attack Tree, this suggests a low preference for ranged attacks.