Build Archetypes: Tank/Support

Learn how to build effective Tank and Support archetypes in Tom Clancy's The Division 2. Master crowd control and team sustain for challenging content.

This section of the guide is dedicated to understanding and building effective Tank and Support archetypes within Tom Clancy's The Division 2. These builds are crucial for team survivability and controlling the flow of combat in challenging missions and endgame activities.

Tank Archetype:

The primary role of a Tank is to absorb damage and draw enemy aggro, protecting teammates. Key attributes include high armor, health, and defensive talents. Skill choices often revolve around crowd control and survivability.

• Core Stats: Focus on maximizing Armor and Skill Tier for defensive skills.
• Key Attributes: Incoming Repairs, Hazard Protection, and Armor Regeneration are vital.
• Talents: Look for talents like 'Protective Measures', 'Kinetic Momentum', or 'Guard Dog' that enhance survivability or threat generation.
• Skills: Deployable Cover, Ballistic Shield, and Chem Launcher (Reinforcer) are excellent choices.
• Weapons: Shotguns or SMGs with talents that provide defensive buffs or close-quarters effectiveness.

Support Archetype:

Support builds focus on healing allies, providing buffs, and applying status effects to enemies. They are the backbone of a team, ensuring sustained combat effectiveness.

• Core Stats: Prioritize Skill Tier for potent healing and buffing skills.
• Key Attributes: Skill Haste, Repair Skills, and Status Effects are paramount.
• Talents: Talents like 'Vigilance', 'Spotter', or 'Technician' (for the skill damage bonus) can be beneficial. For healing, 'Combat Medic' or 'Optimist' are strong contenders.
• Skills: Reviver Hive, Chem Launcher (Healer), Striker Drone, or Assault Turret for offensive support.
• Weapons: Weapons with talents that synergize with skill usage or provide utility, such as 'Future Perfect' or 'Repair Skill' on kill.

Synergy:

A well-rounded team will often include both Tank and Support roles to maximize survivability and efficiency. The Tank draws fire and controls crowds, while the Support keeps the team alive and enhances their performance.