ESO Zerith-Var Companion Build Guide
Welcome to my Zerith-Var Companion Build Guide for ESO! This guide will show you how to setup Zerith for every available role in The Elder Scrolls Online. Zerith-Var is a Khajiit Companion, that introduces the Necromancer Class to the Companion System in ESO. Zerith has access to a few nice Support Skills, that allow him to play well as a Tank or Healer. He can also deal decent damage in a ranged setup, if you wish to have him assist you as DPS. More Companion Guides you can read:
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How to Unlock Zerith-Var Companion in ESO
Zerith-Var is one of the two Update 44 Companions, that you can purchase from the Crown Store or get for free if you are an ESO Plus Subscriber. To unlock Zerith as a Companion you will have to complete their “A Moonlit Shadow” introductory Quest first. To begin the Quest, head to the Reaper’s March zone and talk to Cantor Krin’ze near the Moonmont Wayshrine.
ESO Zerith-Var Companion Builds
Below you can find Zerith Builds for every role in ESO! Zerith is a Necromancer Companion with access to a few great Support abilities. His skill set allows him to fulfill support roles with success and assist you in combat. Thanks to his ranged Necromancer Class skills, he can also deal decent damage from distance, as a Mage or Bow user. To maximize his potential you can wear the amazing Telvanni Efficiency Crafted Set when you adventure with Zerith-Var. This Set reduces the cooldown of Companion abilities by 50% and allows you to experiment with more Companion Gear Traits!
ESO Zerith-Var Tank Build
Zerith shines as a Tank Companion! His support abilities allow him to taunt and hold aggro with ease, buff you and debuff enemies. He is a reliable Tank that might struggle however against tougher Bosses. Use a full set of Heavy Armor to boost his Survivability and defense and a combination of Bolstered and Quickened pieces for reduced damage taken and better Ability cooldowns.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Shoulders | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Hands | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Legs | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Chest | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Waist | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Feet | Heavy | Bolstered |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| One Hand Weapon | Sword/Any 1H | Quickened |
| Off Hand | Shield | Quickened |
Zerith Tank Skills Setup
- Provoke: Taunt ability
- On Guard: Provides a shield
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Atoning Spirit: Heal ability
- Perigean Armor: Defense skill that pulls enemies
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
ESO Zerith-Var Healer Build
Zerith has access to a dedicated Healing skill line, which allows him to be a good Healer Companion as well. He can provide Heals and support with Buffs and debuffs. Use a full set of Light Armor with a combination of Soothing and Quickened pieces for better healing done and better ability cooldowns.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Light | Soothing |
| Shoulders | Light | Soothing |
| Hands | Light | Soothing |
| Legs | Light | Soothing |
| Chest | Light | Soothing |
| Waist | Light | Soothing |
| Feet | Light | Soothing |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Staff | Healing | Quickened |
Zerith Healer Skills Setup
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Atoning Spirit: Heal ability
- Dark Moon Totem: Fear skill that also protects allies
- Rejuvenation: Heal skill
- Penance of Lorkhaj: Main Heal ability
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
ESO Zerith-Var Magicka DPS Build
Thanks to his ranged Necromancer abilities, Zerith can perform well as a Magicka DPS Companion as well. He can assist you from distance with Fire damage, buffs and debuffs. Equip him with a full Set of Medium Armor for better damage and Quickened Traits. Use a Fire Staff.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Medium | Quickened |
| Shoulders | Medium | Quickened |
| Hands | Medium | Quickened |
| Legs | Medium | Quickened |
| Chest | Medium | Quickened |
| Waist | Medium | Quickened |
| Feet | Medium | Quickened |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Staff | Fire | Quickened |
Zerith Magicka DPS Skills Setup
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Atoning Spirit: Heal ability
- Strands of the Lattice: Deals Disease Damage
- Starfall: Fire damage skill
- Varmiina’s Visage: Fire damage ranged ability
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
ESO Zerith-Var Stamina DPS Build – Dual Wield
Zerith is not the best Companion to use in a melee Setup. His Scythe ability can deal damage and heal him at the same time but it is his Support skills that offer better assistance in a Stamina DPS role. Wearing a full set of Medium Armor with the Quickened Trait is the best combination for Zerith. Dual Daggers or any type of One Hand Weapons to complete the setup.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Medium | Quickened |
| Shoulders | Medium | Quickened |
| Hands | Medium | Quickened |
| Legs | Medium | Quickened |
| Chest | Medium | Quickened |
| Waist | Medium | Quickened |
| Feet | Medium | Quickened |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| One Handed Weapon | Dagger/Any 1H | Quickened |
| One Handed Weapon | Dagger/Any 1H | Quickened |
Zerith Stamina DPS Skills Setup – Dual Wield
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Perigean Armor: Defense skill that pulls enemies
- Razor Cape: Defense skill that also deals damage
- Strands of the Lattice: Deals Disease Damage
- Crescent Scythe: Spammable that also heals
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
ESO Zerith-Var Stamina DPS Build – Two Handed
Likewise, Zerith is not the best option as a Two Handed Stamina DPS either. Use a full set of Medium Armor with the Quickened Trait if you wish to set him up like this. You can use any type of Two Handed Weapon.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Medium | Quickened |
| Shoulders | Medium | Quickened |
| Hands | Medium | Quickened |
| Legs | Medium | Quickened |
| Chest | Medium | Quickened |
| Waist | Medium | Quickened |
| Feet | Medium | Quickened |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Two Handed Weapon | Any 2H | Quickened |
Zerith Stamina DPS Skills Setup – Two Handed
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Perigean Armor: Defense skill that pulls enemies
- Sunder: Strong offensive skill
- Strands of the Lattice: Deals Disease Damage
- Crescent Scythe: Spammable that also heals
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
ESO Zerith-Var Stamina DPS Build – Bow
Thanks to his ranged Necromancer Class Skills, Zerith performs better when wielding a Bow, as a Stamina DPS. You can equip him with a Bow Weapon and a combination of full Medium Armor and Quickened Traits for better results.
| Piece | Type | Trait |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Medium | Quickened |
| Shoulders | Medium | Quickened |
| Hands | Medium | Quickened |
| Legs | Medium | Quickened |
| Chest | Medium | Quickened |
| Waist | Medium | Quickened |
| Feet | Medium | Quickened |
| Necklace | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Ring | Jewel | Quickened |
| Two Handed Weapon | Bow | Quickened |
Zerith Stamina DPS Skills Setup – Bow
- Sepulchral Chill: AOE damage skill that debuffs enemies
- Atoning Spirit: Heal ability
- Strands of the Lattice: Deals Disease Damage
- Piercing Arrow: Strong ranged spammable
- Varmiina’s Visage: Fire damage ranged ability
- Blade of the Crossing: Ultimate ability
What is Zerith-Var Good for in ESO?
Zerith Var is a great Support Companion that can play well as Tank or Healer! Thanks to his buffs and debuffs, he can assist you in fight with success. He can also offer good heals and decent damage with his ranged Necromancer Class abilities. Which makes him a decent ranged DPS as well. A few good support effects Zerith can offer are:
- Dark Moon Totem – Minor Protection, Fear
- Azurah’s Embrace – Removes negative effects
- Blade of the Crossing – Minor Magickasteal
- Sepulchral Chill – Major Breach
What is the Best Build for Zerith-Var in ESO?
The Best Build for Zerith-Var in ESO is that of a Tank Companion! Zerith has access to a few nice support skills that boost his defense, heal him and debuff enemies. This allows him to taunt and hold aggro easily. He can also play well as a Healer Companion or ranged DPS(Magicka or Stamina with a Bow), thanks to his Necromancer Class ranged abilities. His Racial Passive “Third Moon’s Chosen” decreases ability Cooldown and increase Health, which further amplifies his role as a Tank Companion!
FAQ – Zerith-Var Companion Build Guide
You can find Ember near the Tor Draioch point of interest, North of Gonfalon Bay, the Capital of the High Isle zone. In order to unlock her as a companion complete her Quest “Tower of Trouble“.
You can find Isobel near the Castle Navire point of interest, West of Gonfalon Bay, the Capital of the High Isle zone. In order to unlock her as a companion complete her Quest “Tournament of the Heart“.
You can find Bastian in the Deepscorn Hollow objective along the southwest coast of Blackwood. In order to unlock him as a companion complete his Quest “Competition and Contracts“.
Mirri is found in the Doomvault Vulpinaz objective in northern Blackwood. In order to unlock her as a companion complete her Quest “Shattered and Scattered“.
You can find Azandar right outside the Cipher’s Midden village in the Apocrypha zone. In order to unlock him as a companion complete his Quest “The Fateweaver Key“.
You can find Sharp right outside the Necrom Capital of the Telvanni Peninsula zone. In order to unlock him as a companion complete his Quest “The Double Edge“.
You can unlock Tanlorin Companion as a Crown Purchase in ESO or free with an ESO Plus Subscription. In order to unlock them as a companion complete their Quest “The Garland Ring“.
You can unlock Zerith-Var Companion as a Crown Purchase in ESO or free with an ESO Plus Subscription. In order to unlock him as a companion complete his Quest “Moonlit Shadow“.
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