ESO - Almost Immortal Warrior - Dragonknight Tank build! - (Scribes Of Fate DLC)

The ALMOST Immortal warrior is literally BUILT to be as tough as nails for ALL PVE content, and always was ever since it's first release in 2016! This build is all about being a chonka tank and being sure that ANYTHING that wants to hit you, "must try harder". At the same time as being the protector of the group! High survival, great sustainability for utility skills, and the ability to flawlessly protect those around you by your ability to shield them and control the enemy.
The amount of punishment you can endure makes life 10x easier for your healers as they no longer have to baby sit you, and can focus their efforts on the squishies!
This was originally my first build on the channel and to date has been literally the most (or ONE of the most) successful on the channel. It has kept it's unique design throughout, along side necessary adjustments per patch! To THIS day, it is still 100% viable of ALL group based PVE content as a SOLID Dragonknight Tank choice. There are multiple variants to the build which basically all PLAY the same but offer something different to each group depending on what they require for their individual group setups.
This update however changed the game for tanking, as CHAINS had an ADDED feature!
With all the misinformation about "soft taunt" Zenimax Online Studios finally decided to ADD a temporary taunt to the chains ability (find out more here • 🔥🔥TANKING JUST GOT EAS... ) AND they have ALSO made it so that when you hold block and swap bars, you no LONGER lose your ability to block for that short period of time. Tanking just got a WHOLE lot easier in the Elder Scrolls Online and this tank is STILL HERE TO STAY!!
► Written Guide with Gear options - xynodegaming.com/almost-immor...
#eso #Tank #dragonknight
Timestamps:
00:00 - Channel Intro
00:17 - Build Design and Basics
01:45 - Chapter 1 - Character Stats
03:46 - Chapter 2 - Skills Explained
16:15 - Soft Taunt Explained!
21:15 - Chapter 3 - Passives Explained
29:28 - Chapter 4 - The GEAR!
35:00 - Chapter 5 - How Does It Work? (demonstration)
38:00 - Chapter 6 - Champion Points
41:43 - Chapter 7 - Fashion Is Endgame!
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[@jonnyquickalive]

I am still using this build since your very first video, and it is absolutely amazing. I’m excited to see this build and I’ll probably change my armor to what you’re saying to use but I’ll have to look at it but this build still works today and I love it. Thank you so much.

[@bigmono40four]

YES!! I was JUST building this from one of your older videos!! You must have read my mind!!

[@pasq4513]

Love this build!!! I’v been using it for years!! Keep up the great work buddy

[@Snake-Eyes187]

I remember using Akavir Dragonguard and Leeching early on from your builds keep up the good work.

[@avice9951]

Lets gooo, love the Build. Been playing it since start :D

[@lnesmith12]

I wanted to set up this build this morning but then I realized I don’t have the support skills. Also do you think taking heroic slash over one of the other skills is beneficial?

[@wolfofodin1996]

What can you replace flare with since I don't have revealing flare and need slight help for a good choice instead

[@ahmadsumadi1292]

Been rocking this one from the beginning. Happy to see an update!

[@matthewsanders1154]

Me too it's my main and I've been using it so long I know it's ins and outs it's passives everything. I've cleared numerous HMs, no deaths, speed runs on it

[@ovidiubordea5078]

Hi Xynode, love your content and I would be interested in an updated version of this build for update 40, taking into account the new DK set from the Endless Archive. Thanks

[@fico1500]

where in video does he explain high magicka recovery?

[@IronBear47]

I have been rockin the Immortal Tank for years and it works as good today as it did all those years ago. Tanking is a true art form and this build helps us all channel our inner Bob Ross

[@IronBear47]

@@midnightsoulband9320 its a tank… in a group setting dps is not remotely a priority

[@savagex466-qt1io]

I do miss this game ! Have not played any video games in well over 6 months. Been working on my warhammer 40k. I need a mic because iv never done a trail. Got to level 50 160cp and never done a trail as I always failed to join em lol Loved the DK Argonian. Just fun to play

[@Yordhen]

Thanks for this build! I love playing with the leeching plate but is it really effective against single target bosses? Do you change your set for single target bosses ?

[@shermdog6969]

I need to run dragonstar area solo?

[@christophmichel9496]

Where is your health reg coming from.

[@tusanity]

Sick build btw

[@user-iq2dl8lp1g]

i really like that build is OP. can i use it with leeching and imperium set?

[@user-ez8rg2ti7v]

what race is this?

[@tusanity]

Friend wanted to be a tank. I sent him this. Hilarious commentary but absolutely great breakdown.

[@Ayrus171]

is going 24-20-20 gud for dk tank?

[@sir-yellalot4937]

2 days later i stil cant find necklace :(

[@shadowchu419]

What race?

[@nobodynothing1469]

Can you update this for update 40 now with the new class sets and see how they run with leeching? The dk one is the basalt something

[@nobodynothing1469]

Posting from the future, lol. I run this with oakensoul and one monster set helmet like lord warden to reach resistance cap without minor resolve. Alessian also works as a good substitute for leeching with the massive health recovery, perma block with max block cost reduction, 9k+ health recovery when holding block. Poison glyph on sword to restore stam with dk passives. Pretty freaking op compared to the video build

[@JayPlayzV3]

What veteran dungeon do you go to test, the one where you jumped off the cliff? Wanna try myself

[@filldev]

That’s Hel Ra Citadel (trial, not dungeon)

[@big_rand1558]

I’m a newer player and I hope this isn’t a stupid question, but is it smart to 2 hand with a tank because I have my 2 handed skill pretty high and I haven’t really used sword and shield

[@emberrivers1889]

If u really want the 2h-There are armor sets out there that taunt with 2h ability that count as leap/jump/pull...so maybe work it that way?

[@christianho3511]

@all Your health recovery is insane high. How? I copied everything from the video and got only 1600 with potions, food, buffs. (I’m dragonite Ork cp680) I can’t believe that you got 3.1k health recovery because of the cp Differenz. So what should I do to get to 3k? Am I missing something ?

[@deviousdoll4675]

Is there a specific reason why you'd choose inner fire over frost clench as ranged taunt?

[@mikemacon413]

You mean, OTHER than the fact that this is a dual S&B setup and frost clench requires a destro staff? Other than that?

[@dreadnaughtvcn6932]

@@mikemacon413 Other than that, inner fire has a synergy!

[@deviousdoll4675]

@@mikemacon413 I know it's a dual S&B set up but like he said, there are many variations or options for personal preferences so in that regard yes other than that. Since ice staff passive also reduces cost of blocking and increases amount of damage you can block, I though it might also be viable on your back bar which in turns opens the path to frost clench.

[@rickyluis9109]

Is this build still viable?

[@camarada4853]

What? This build is insanely strong.

[@Steven-cr8ju]

Not sure in understand how Bloodlords works since it only works on 1 target at a time. Most bosses ssem to have have several seconds (5 to 20 or 30-ish) between blockable attacks. For mobs, I bash, they hit, I block. Benefit only if their damage is less than my gain. Am I missing something? Otherwise, build looks fun to try and test survival. Is there a variant for an unkillable solo build (a tanky DPS)? Low DPS could take forever on a boss.

[@kalebmccloskey5730]

Do you have to use sword and shield or can you use two handed weapons?

[@curvyflowder8296]

Sword and shield are heavily recommended helps you defend better and take the hits

[@wrightyi2746]

To everyone saying it's selfish.... ur insane. A tank is supposed to tank a dps is to dps and healer is to heal. So just play

[@guardianv5846]

A DPS goes down while the tank is standing, everyone laughs. The tank goes down while everyone else is standing, panic ensues.

[@Kallebe6487]

Selfish my arse. Is not your fault if group don't have self heals haha

[@Lex45173]

You re wrong. Tanks should be strong and also debuff target/buff group to help overall dps. More dps=less wipes

[@theditto69]

@daffy it’s awesome you are good at tanking. Yes people “should” be able to do what you can do, but some can’t. I think the should could come in once someone has their learning curve over. Be mindful of how you should your skills onto another.

[@silentdarkn3ss405]

@@Lex45173 i agree. the tank’s sole purpose is to output a high amount of dps in order to keep threat, taunt when threat is dropped, and use self heals/buffs/debuffs when necessary to ensure threat is held.

[@king_enough]

What is the race to this build

[@king_enough]

I’m currently trying to build this. I’m an orc dragonkight. Is that ok

[@jakeklassen23]

Out of curiosity, what are a couple skills you'd switch if you're playing battlegrounds for fun

[@ramonguerrieri2076]

Amazing build video mate though I might not know how to proper apply the mechanics as I constantly die when tank bosses from the latest ESO PVE dungeons… apparently the issue is that I cannot block enough … my block drops after some seconds and since the boss is hitting me , I die :( Any suggestion ????? Thanks

[@MsOlikk]

will the ability from One hand and shield work if I use two handed weapon like greatsword?

[@cjello1]

no

[@coaze]

What food are you running?

[@xroxasthesablex]

I never know what to do with my tank build. I'm currently running with turning tide and claw of yolnahkriin, sturdy with full tri effect enchantments. For acc I have healthy with health recovery for front bar I'm rolling with masters s&b infused w/Stam restore. Backbar is master ice crusher and infused. Attributes are mostly dumped into magical, none in health. I've had no issues, yet but would've to vastly improve Need gear advice.

[@joshv6295]

hyperioxes is a great watch for tanks

[@TheHeavyMetalMan11]

0:51 . can you tell me where you are ? I play eso for so long and cant remember that i ever have been there :-D

[@IvyDoesShenanigans]

bit of a late reply but that's the start of hel-ra citadel (the craglorn trial)

[@doctari1061]

Tried it. There was no way I could get those recovery numbers. I'm missing some important detail.

[@Rraber17]

I figured out the health recovery numbers but the magicka is still well out of reach for me. I'm assuming it's something I missed in the champion points? Most of the health recovery comes from strategic reserve in the fitness tree.

[@HiranyaJayathilaka]

I was quite confused by this at first too. But I think I can get pretty close to those numbers by having the strategic reserve CP slotted with 500 ultimate (that adds about 1500 health regen), and having a tripot potion active (30% boost to both health and mag recovery). My regen numbers are still 100-200 lower than what's shown in the video, but my character is also lacking a few important passives, so hopefully that's where the shortage is.

[@BONGUYT]

starting kinda fresh, was impressed by a tank in the dungeon, came here. Instant regret..... Shooooosh!! everything goes above my head. Sir you do speak FTL. Gotta listen @ x0.5 LOL

[@slayergus8252]

Vampire or Nah?

[@tmahan88]

Solid build.

[@korpsekarnival]

I love the way you explain things. It is just how I would. Also almost 1bil in gold LOL. Would you like to donate some to charity? Kinda broke here. But this build is amazing. But do I have to use imperial race or can I use any other race meant for tanking as I don't have imperial race.

[@JetxPi]

same. seeing the 1B just gives me chills. I'm sitting at 40k XD

[@korpsekarnival]

@@JetxPi facts most I've had was 150k but had to spend it

[@blackhammer5414]

It’s pts that’s why so much gold

[@thepikajew3483]

When the game says stealth is optional:

[@imortaldeadead]

❤

[@Seansherman89]

Its wild to me that people call this selfish and yet there's 8 DPS in trials and not one of them can rock the support sets? Anytime I run dps I run Reviving barrier, and though its not a support set, that alone most certainly makes a difference on our survivability. So why not have like 1 person amongst those 8 run a Support like class that keeps buffs and debuffs up so the tanks can focus on tanking/surviving and the healers can focus on healing/keeping everyone alive. This whole Tank/Healer/DPS stuff is kinda getting old. Weren't Bards a thing in MMOs?

[@anag99]

Agreed, the stress on tanks is incredible in this game.

[@blackhammer5414]

I mean typically you have 3 dps running support sets, ec cro for buffing the groups crit damage, zenkosh for the group hitting pen cap and big damage buff, and mk sorc to increase overall group dps, and honestly slotting non selfish sets doesn’t really make a ranks job harder lol, it’s just overall to buff the group more using sets such as sax, pa, TT, Yol, PW, and the list goes on

[@NickolasLannes]

Every single video we find today is: immortal arcanist, nightblade, dragonknight, etc built with one bar... I tested almost every single one the one that really is functional is the one I built myself with the videos of Lucky Ghost. I use Dragonknight Breton as a tank... Still have 680cp but is working fine

[@christianho3511]

Hi, how you get it work with cp680?. I got low health recovery. Like 1800 and 2k mag recovery. (With all buffs and food) also dying at single bosses with this build. Any Tipps? Don’t get it how his health Recovery is this high…

[@cptfruitbag9630]

Most prog groups wont allow this build, Winters can be replaced by a skill called Healing Springs and leeching doesnt provide any group buffs nor does the mythic. Better to run at least one group buff set paired with one of these or they wont even look your way to tank, shame because its a fun build! ❤ Much love xy

[@xgrandchampx8916]

For vet trials you're probably right, yes. But people have to start somewhere that doesn't make tanking scary. For PUG vet dungeons, normal trials and self made pug trials this could probably be quite fun I can imagine.

[@cptfruitbag9630]

@@xgrandchampx8916 Yes exactly to begin with im 100% all for a selfish build because its the only way to improve. But in my case i need to wear Alkosh or my team doesnt hit pen cap so it’s massively important to learn how to tank without these sets

[@mikemacon413]

* most prog groups that YOU RUN WITH. The progs that I happen to run with do indeed "allow" this build.

[@cptfruitbag9630]

@@mikemacon413 Im just saying that more optimised teams they will want you running buff sets, for example our IR prog is all buff sets on tanks etc, not a selfish set in sight to ensure no damage is lost. This is 100% viable HOWEVER its always better for the team to run unselfish sets

[@mikemacon413]

* YOUR IR prog. Quite frankly, the groups I run with will prioritize survivability of the group (for the no-death part of the 'chieve) and tanks like this and the Lazy Tank and Atronach provide this in spades. You are falling for a very common fallacy of assuming that every group is like the group you run with or that you follow. They're not.

[@gilbertodepauladapaz]

It would be funny if the enemy jumped after you kkkkk

[@ConanCamelPuncher]

Pierce armour sounds like p*ss armour when you said it 😂😂

[@pr3s151]

Thanks for the build I love ur voice and I’d like to have ur babies.

[@xynodegaming]

They are 12, 14 and 19, do you have spare rooms?

[@pr3s151]

@@xynodegaming FOR YOU I HAVE EVERYTHING

[@pr3s151]

@@xynodegaming jk but really thank you very much for the video, I’ve rly been struggling with tank because my build never made sense :/ and also I rly appreciate you EXPLAINING the why’s and how’s when tanking, you have no idea how much this helped me improve. Thank you ❤️

[@xynodegaming]

@@pr3s151 You are most welcome and i am glad the content was helpful! Also thanks for the humour i needed that today hahah that comment is going on the fridge ;)

[@pr3s151]

@@xynodegaming ahahahaha well hey I’m glad I can give something back :D

[@burnburn9372]

For the love of God man. I had to slow the video to .25 just to see each piece of armor as you clicked past at 1000kph just slow down and go down the line one piece at a time. I just want to see the armor name and enchant/bonuses and you snap between each like it musical chairs. Made this really annoying to just see what the names were in order from top to bottom. Great video overall, thanks.

[@zgb420]

For basic vet dungeon you don't really need tank, for vet dlc this can work great with 3dps and tank, for vet trial not sure that group will really like this build...great and eazy op build with some dps, lots of heals and big shields,perfect for new tanks or if you just lazy like me 😂

[@bobbygasser2681]

Dude, I'm new to the game and have zero desire to pvp. Every friggin tank build seems to rely heavily on pvp skills🤮

[@empoweredshemphoward]

Depends on how you want to play, I don't use pvp builds.

[@blackhammer5414]

I hope he doesn’t consider this an endgame build lol

[@jackvai2681]

I WISH THEY WOULD DEVELOP A 'WARRIOR' CLASS... IT'S ANNOYING THAT THEY WENT WITH ARCANIST FOR THE IMPENDING XPAC... ESO IS STILL MY FAVORITE GAME...BUT I'M GETTING TIRED OF WAITING FOR A 'PURIST WARRIOR' CLASS... I THINK THEY'RE BEING STUBBORN ABOUT IT.

[@arzog6446]

What would be considered a purist warrior? Dk and templars look like warriors to me...

[@chaosgaming117]

Just had to use pvp skill line didn't u , really don't understand just how bad pvp is , it puts a massive toll on connection to the point it DC u right out. Not even attempting this load out

[@Business101HQ]

Brev with the leeching plate again... cmon man you're just making turtle builds... what about actual useful support builds for trials? If you're a good tank you shouldn't need all these sets! It's just promoting the idea of "I don't need to improve"

[@therealhvac]

It’s actually a great starter build. Let alone, when you can’t find a tank, it can tank for a lot of Vet trials. Perspective my friend.

[@Business101HQ]

@@therealhvac It isn't, I'm an endgame tank, these sets are looked at as bad, selfish sets - and it's not hard to just figure out what skills will keep you alive and use better team sets, can still go 7 heavy and have max stats, but you don't need leeching man

[@therealhvac]

I solo tanked using this build 2 nights ago with 1 healer and 10 dps VAA and VHM. Not a single person said a word about my sets. They only thanked me for switching to a tank because no one else had or wanted to play one. As I said before, perspective. I also used it in VSH. While all this may not be considered endgame, it still did what it was intended for. Keep aggro, and stay alive. The small heals and shields did what was needed for the healer and squishes.

[@Business101HQ]

@@therealhvac staying alive isn't the problem, it's the lack of buffs and rebuffs you're giving out

[@therealhvac]

@@Business101HQ there’s more than one way to fry an egg.

[@Stew-ky2hg]

Bruh, pls don't tell people to use this. Soo selfish

[@ethanw320]

Hows it selfish, for some content it work great

[@mikemacon413]

Yes. Totally selfish as a tank to stay alive in situations that might otherwise wipe groups. Totally selfish. Totes. ::turns and stares into camera::

[@Stew-ky2hg]

I've tanked all hard modes and never use selfish sets/skills. It's definitely good for beginners but it holds you back from learning what your doing wrong.

[@Stew-ky2hg]

A Tank only job is not to just stay alive but to buff the group.

[@Cellaperian]

​@@Stew-ky2hg gaining confidence is a thing , start with this then replace sets as your team grows into their role . Just grabbing this build then jumping into a vet trial probably a no go lol . But yeah I've seen plenty of people grab builds like this gain confidence and then replace along the way .

[@whysoserious9193]

Very selfish build, lets be honest no vet trial group will allow this set up, if you need any advice in tanking then go watch the tank club video's.

[@mikemacon413]

::laughs in "vet trials groups that i run with 'allow' this all day"::

[@lobob3382]

Hyperioxes makes the best tank advice videos imo

[@whysoserious9193]

@@lobob3382 yep and him but for casual gamers the tank club will give better advice than selfish builds.

[@josefpoole8029]

​@@whysoserious9193 tank club is 9/10 horrible to go off of regarding any sortve tanking advice

[@TD-jn4pn]

Yes, Hyperioxes is way better! You will survive just fine, actually learn how to tank, and buff group. When raid leads makes you change sets it will be like taking training wheels off.