Kripp's Feed The Beast Pygmalien Build

Compared to other builds that may combo 2-3 necessary items, The Feed The Beast archetype focuses on building around just one item and maximizing their stacks.

The Beast

In this specific build guide, we'll be building around Beast of Burden which scales off any item bought. The Dog can also provide a similar win condition, but its a bit more limited since it only scales off of selling small items.

Overall the tradeoff of being Large makes Beast of Burden more worth it due to its flexibility

Although it isn't a beast, you can also have a similar angle with Regal Blade which scales with sold Weapons.

Since this is a single weapon build, items and skills that synergize with that like Spices work very well.

Economic Engine

The other thing that is absolutely necessary for this build is having a strong economy to fund your beast's stacks and scaling.

For the build to work, you'll need to get to the point where you can go to most shops and buy most items (including rerolls).

Invest in Long Term Income

Early on in your run, you're going to want to look for opportunities to increase your daily Income (pretty standard with most Pygmalien builds).

It's also worth looking for items that will help you get more bang for your buck, such as Loupe, Deed, or Cash Register.

Remember that out of combat effects can work from your Stash, so there's no need to have them on your Active board.

Be mindful with effects like Cash Register 2 Spare Change as they can be wasted if you aren't paying attention and there isn't space for them to spawn in your inventory.

Since your whole strategy is built around ramping up your beast with your economy, you need to make sure that it's actually able to swing.

The best way to do that is by making yourself more survivable and by helping your beast swing faster.

Scale Your Tankiness

Whether it's by Shielding, Healing, Health Stacking, or all of the above you need a way to protect your beast.

Pygmalien has a ton of these items, but one of the stand outs is the Lemonade Stand.

Since you're already buying and selling items, Lemonade Stand lets you double dip by scaling your Max Health when you sell Small items.

Another good option is the Belt, which gives you an instant flat +50% Max Health - very potent if you've already scaled a decent amount.

Decrease Your Cast Time

The other angle your supportive items should focus on is lowering the cooldown of your beast's cast - the faster the better.

This is because your biggest threats are the builds that can Freeze, Slow, or rush you down.

If you can get one swing off, you should be able to win your matchup since a lot of builds won't be able to survive your scaled damage.

These are options like Phonograph and Stained Glass Window which offer significant cooldown reduction.

You can also consider options that offer Charge and Haste, it's up to you and what you find during your run.

Skip Most Skills

Skills aren't as important compared to other builds since most of your gold is going to item stacks, but Big Guns is a really good one to look for if you're playing Beast of Burden .

If taking Skills is your best option at choice points, look for ones that help your econ, tankiness, and casting speed for your beast.