
Of the eight different "Nightfarer" character classes you can play as in FromSoftware's recently launched experimental roguelike Elden Ring Nightreign, the Executor — a high-risk, high-reward katana-wielding warrior — stands out as the most mechanically interesting fighter of the bunch.
With the ability to pull out a cursed sword that forces you to walk slowly but can be used to deflect any attack with well-timed parries (think Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice), skilled players can use the character to tank a boss' deadliest moves while teammates get in tons of damage for free. Notably, each deflection also builds up stagger damage for frequent stance breaks, and enough parries will light up the sword with holy energy you can unleash at will with a heavy counter-attack slash.