Melee Overload Build

The Chainsaw offers great base damage and a unique ability to deal additional damage based on the enemy's current health, making it perfect for taking down tougher foes quickly.

With its special effect of increasing damage for every free weapon slot, the Captain's Sword scales excellently and suits the Gladiator's efficient melee style.

The Hammer's high damage output combined with its knockback effect helps maintain distance from aggressive elites and hordes during intense Danger 5 waves.

The Spider significantly boosts both damage and attack speed, enhancing the Gladiator's already strong melee capabilities, crucial for maintaining momentum in high-pressure situations.

This item allows for increased harvesting potential, which can generate additional resources to sustain the Gladiator throughout the waves, despite the slight drawback of damage taken.

To improve survivability, Adrenaline provides a dodge chance that can keep the Gladiator agile and elusive while inflicting heavy damage.

The small life steal, paired with health regeneration, can sum up to meaningful sustainability during frantic skirmishes, especially against tough opponents.

Good for reducing the enemy count while enhancing elemental damage, the Candle may allow for a more manageable battlefield, freeing up space for melee engagement.

Melee Damage

Increasing melee damage is essential for maximizing the Gladiator's strengths, allowing for quicker takedowns during heightened enemy pressure.

Attack Speed

Boosting attack speed is critical for the Gladiator to take full advantage of the 20% increase for every different weapon equipped, enhancing overall damage output.

Crit Chance

Investing in crits ensures that the Gladiator's damage output can spike higher, especially useful for overwhelming tougher foes appearing on Dangerous levels.