Start with a usable formation
For Runaway, start in rank 2 with Firefly and keep Searing Strike, Ransack, and Run and Hide for movement. For Duelist, start in rank 2 in Defensive stance and use free Anticipation to choose the next action. Keep healing available after either hero moves.
How to use a hero reference
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- 01
Pick an opening rank
The diagrams show rank 4 at the rear and rank 1 at the front.
- 02
Plan the next legal action
Runaway equips four combat skills; Duelist uses all seven across two stances.
- 03
Match the item to the plan
Check trinket charges, stance conditions, and the rank reached after movement.
Published roster files
Current Darkest Dungeon hero coverage
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The Runaway
Open hero reference →Darkest Dungeon Runaway build and skills guide for original-game Fire's Edge: positions, Burn loops, Retail 27987 trinkets, upgrades, and team plans.
The Duelist
Open hero reference →Darkest Dungeon Duelist skills and build guide for original-game Fire's Edge: stances, Riposte, positions, Retail 27987 trinkets, upgrades, and team plans.