*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* is a vast open-world RPG that allows you to craft Henry into any type of character you desire, which can be quite daunting. To help you navigate through the myriad of options, we've curated a list of the best perks to prioritize in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*.
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Best Perks to Get in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
- Main Level
- Strength
- Agility
- Vitality
- Speech
Best Perks to Get in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
First off, a quick note: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 offers immense flexibility in character development. Whether you envision Henry as a formidable knight who tackles challenges head-on or a charismatic figure adept at navigating social situations, there's a viable build for everyone.
However, there are several perks that stand out as generally beneficial, which we'll explore below.
Main Level
Opportunist: Reduces Reputation loss by 10%, safeguarding your standing in the game world.
Undaunted Cavalier: Boosts your armor by 15 when your Charisma exceeds 20, enhancing your defensive capabilities.
Burgher: Grants a +1 bonus to Strength, Agility, Vitality, and Speech in urban and rural areas, making you more effective in diverse environments.
Martin’s Heritage: Increases experience gain in Sword Fighting, Crafting, and Survival by 10%, ideal for those focusing on combat and self-sufficiency.
Radzig’s Heritage: Boosts experience gain in Heavy Weapon, Shooting, and Scholarship by 10%, perfect for those interested in scholarly pursuits and heavy combat.
Good Natural: Enhances your Persuasion, Impression, and Presence by +2, making it easier to influence others positively.
Blood of Siegfried: Increases your armor by 10 points at all times, significantly improving your resilience in combat.
Heroic Vigour: Adds 1 extra Stamina point per level of Vitality, retroactively applied, ensuring you can endure longer in battles.
Charming Man: Increases Reputation gain by 10%, crucial for maintaining a strong social standing, especially during your first playthrough. Prioritize Opportunist and Charming Man early on to solidify your Reputation.
Choosing between Martin and Radzig’s Heritage depends on your preferred skill focus. I chose Martin’s Heritage for its benefits to Sword Fighting and Survival, but Radzig’s Heritage is also valuable for its boost to Scholarship.
Strength
Hard-Working Lad: Reduces the weight of carried sacks or bodies to half, increases carrying capacity by 8 pounds, and saves Stamina.
Pack Mule: Increases carrying capacity by 12 pounds, allowing you to haul more loot.
Strong as a Bull: Boosts carrying capacity by 20 pounds, making you a veritable beast of burden.
Heracles: Increases Charisma by 1 for every 5 levels of Strength, beneficial for Speech-focused builds as well.
Even if you're leaning towards a stealthier approach, Strength perks that enhance carrying capacity are essential for managing your inventory effectively.
Agility
Creeping Phantom: Increases sneaking speed by 15%, allowing for more efficient stealth movement.
Finesse: Boosts slashing damage of all melee weapons by 5%, enhancing your combat effectiveness.
Viper: Increases piercing damage of all melee weapons by 5%, crucial for different combat styles.
Agility perks are key to your success in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Prioritize Creeping Phantom for smoother stealth, and choose Finesse or Viper based on your weapon preference.
Vitality
Ascetic: Slows down Nourishment depletion by 30%, reducing the need for frequent meals.
Well-Dressed: Reduces the rate at which your clothes and body get dirty by 20%, and allows you to clean yourself completely at a tub, though clothes still require a bathhouse or pond.
Marathon Runner: Reduces Stamina consumption while sprinting by 20%, enabling longer pursuits.
Diehard: Allows you to survive a fatal wound and recover 25% of your health, with a cooldown period.
Vitality perks ensure you remain in top shape, both visually and physically. Prioritize these to minimize the hassle of maintaining Henry's appearance and sustenance.
Speech
Hustler: Makes selling stolen goods easier, granting Stealth and Thievery experience upon success.
Jack of All Trades: Provides a +2 bonus to skill checks and doubles experience gained from them, making you more versatile.
Partner in Crime: Enables selling stolen goods to anyone without risk of detection, perfect for a life of crime.
The Speech category offers powerful perks that complement various playstyles. Hustler aids in disposing of stolen items while boosting relevant skills, and Jack of All Trades significantly improves your skill check success rate, facilitating smoother interactions and quest resolutions.
These are the top perks to focus on in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. For more tips and detailed guides, be sure to check out The Escapist.
