Middle-Earth: Shadow of War Best Orcs [Top 5]

Middle-Earth: Shadow of War Best Orcs
By
E. Brondo
Updated:
08 Jun 2021

Back Down From No One

What I love about Middle-Earth is that it’s clear-cut. It’s black-and-white; it’s a fairy-tale, there’s no gray area to mull over. The good and the evil are clearly discerned.

Within the brutality of Middle-Earth: Shadow of War is a justified anger. A raw determination held back by the goal of justified destruction. This is symbolized most clearly in the powerful items left behind by the strongest Uruks.

Here I’m going to break down the 5 best orcs to target for a hell of a fight and top-notch gear. Between every class and tribe, there are a lot of possibilities.

[Notes & Research:

https://www.ign.com/wikis/shadow-of-war/Tribes

https://www.ign.com/wikis/shadow-of-war/Enemy_Classes]

5.  Any Olog Captain

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The in-game identification for a legendary Olog Captain.

  • Always a great head-on battle
  • Be ready to dodge or stun at any instant
  • High probability for powerful gear

4. Stealth & Range Captains

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This screen tells you how to attack and what to watch for versus this Assassin Captain.

  • Archers & Marksman, Assassin & Trickster classes; Dark & Mystic tribes
  • Assassins hunt down and ambush Talion
  • They stun, poison, and teleport - silent & quick
  • Ranged Uruks typically have protection around them which only adds to the fun
  • Dark & Cursed gear can provide endless fun

3. Armored Opponents

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This is a Defender you'd need to prepare for.

  • Defenders & Tanks
  • Requires patience & a steady hand
  • Timing is key 
  • Know the Captain’s weaknesses

2. Hard-hitters

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Don't bump into this guy in a dark alley.

  • Savages & Berserkers, Machine & Warmonger tribes
  • Fast & devastating hits
  • The only class that can counter Talion’s strikes
  • Machine & Warmonger tribes fight with fire & explosions
  • Drop some of the most damaging gear in the game

1. The Commander Class

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Stay on your toes.

  • An all-out brawl in an instant
  • Commanders inspire bloodlust in the crowds that tend to surround them
  • Dodge duck dip dive & dodge

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E. Brondo
Caveman, under rock. Caveman find fire - caveman find words - caveman find PlayStation. Caveman is good.
Gamer Since:
2002
Favorite Genre:
RPG
Currently Playing:
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition
Top 3 Favorite Games:
Mass Effect 2, Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor, Sid Meier's Civilization V