Here are the Best Weapons you will come across in Elden Ring.
The most anticipated game of 2022 is finally here after much speculation. From the makers of Dark Souls, Elden Ring is yet another game where you can grind for hours to beat a boss. However, grinding and training alone won’t be enough to beat a boss. Fans will have to make sure they have the perfect weapon. Elden Ring, has a massive list of weapons, and each weapon offers a different strategy. So below, we have made a complete guide on all the best weapons in Elden Ring .
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There are 31 different types of weapons included in the game. It can be very tough to decide which weapon you should go with at which point of the game. So we have divided this guide into three sections where we talk about the Best Early weapons, Best Mid-Late weapons, and Overall Best Weapons. Going deeper into the subsections, the game is packed with many different weapons.
Best Early Weapons in Elden Ring
Longsword
One of the most popular that you will come across is the classic Longsword. You will need 10 Strength and 10 Dexterity to use it. Longsword is a versatile weapon. You can use it in almost every situation you face in Elden Ring.
Ability:
- Square Off: You can slash the enemy with a regular or thrust attack. This ability can be beneficial when you are doing close combat against enemies.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 110 | Physical Guard:40 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard:30 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 30 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 30 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 30 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 30 |
How to Obtain:
You can get it as a starting item if you pick Confessor or buy it from the Merchant in the Southeast of Coastal Cave.
Greatsword
This sword can be great to use against a group of enemies, slashing them all in one go with your giant sword. But, as its name suggests, the Greatsword is a colossal sword known for its reach and Strength, and it can be a good companion in your journey early in the game.
Ability:
- Stamp (Upward Cut): This skill will help you manage your stance when facing large enemies. It will lower the high chances of recoil when you are up against Large enemies.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 164 | Physical Guard: 67 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 50 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 50 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 50 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 50 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 38 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this going to the Carriage between the Caelem Ruins and The Shack of the Rotting.
Uchigatana
When used, this Katana can do a good amount of Slash and Peirce damage. As it is a Katana, it can easily be used to strike those swift strikes with grace by your character. You will require 11 Strengths and 15 Dexterity to use this weapon.
Ability:
- Unsheathe: The weapon has the skill of Unsheathe, which will allow you to perform a quick slash attack after a composed stance at the hip.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 115 | Physical Guard: 45 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 30 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 30 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 30 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 30 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 30 |
How to Obtain:
It is the Starting weapon for the Samurai Class, and you can also find it inside the Deathtouched Catacombs.
Reduvia Dagger
Not just as an early Weapon, but Reduvia Dagger is one of the best weapons in the game. Reduvia is a jagged dagger that can be a very devastating weapon to use in the game. Players will need 5 Strengths, 13 Dexterity, and 13 Arcane to use this weapon.
Ability:
- Reduvia Blood Blade: After you slash with this dagger, it will make the bloodstains into weapons damaging the enemy over time.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 79 | Physical Guard: 38 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 22 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 22 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 22 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 22 |
| Critical Damage:110 | Guard Boost: 16 |
How to Obtain:
To obtain this weapon, all you have to do is defeat the Bloody Finger Nehrus in Murkwater River.
Great Turtle Shell
One of the best shields you can get early is the Great Turtle Shell, which will help balance defense and offense. It is not as light as a small shield, but it can be great for reducing damage and blocking. It can be helpful in almost every situation you get in early in the game.
Ability:
- Barricade Shield: You can temporarily increase your shield’s defense by hardening. Hardening the shield will allow you to deflect big blows from large enemies.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 81 | Physical Guard: 100 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 44 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 39 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 43 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 46 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 48 |
How to Obtain:
You can obtain this by heading east from the Site of Grace at Caste Morne Rampart. Heading East, you will find a Spiritsing, now jump using a torrent to the roof of the ramparts tower. You will find a corpse with the shield in possession.
Best Mid to Late Game Weapons in Elden Ring
Dragonscale Blade
Dragonscale Blade is another Katana weapon you will find in the game. It is excellent for two reasons: its ability and the next would be its Pierce damage. To use this weapon, players will need 12 Strengths 20 Dexterity. In our opinion, it is one of the best weapons you can use in the mid-late story of the game.
Ability:
- Ice Lightning Sword: This Skill will allow you to strike an enemy with a bolt of ice lightning.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 110 | Physical Guard: 35 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 25 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 25 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 50 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 25 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 30 |
How to Obtain:
You can get by killing the Dragonkin Soldier in the Lake of Rot.
Twinblade
Twinblade is one of the primary Twinblade weapons inside Elden Ring. If you are someone who prefers fighting from a horse’s back, this weapon can be handy. You can hit your enemies quickly and deal loads of damage. Twinblade can be very helpful where you are surrounded by enemies, thanks to its ability. Moreover, you will need 10 Strengths and 18 Dexterity to use this weapon.
Ability:
- Spinning Slash: You can perform a 360-degree rotation spin and slash everyone around, dealing massive damage to everyone.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 119 | Physical Guard: 45 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 30 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 30 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 30 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 30 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 30 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this weapon from the Dragon Burnt Ruins inside an underground area.
Lance
Another weapon late in the game that can be perfect for mounted attacks is the Great Spear Lance. You can use it to perform long-reaching piercing attacks on enemies from the horse. However, players will need 14 Strength and 12 Dexterity to use it.
Ability:
- Charge Forth: Your character will be able to perform a charge attack. You can guide where it will land, but it is not easy to connect. If you manage to connect, it will do lots of damage to the receiver.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 119 | Physical Guard: 45 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 30 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 30 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 30 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 30 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 30 |
How to Obtain:
You can find this weapon on top of the large structure west of the Deathtouched Catacombs. Players can just jump to the cliff to get to the top.
Flail
Flail is an Axe weapon where a metal ball is fixed with spikes to damage the enemy. You can increase the force before you strike with it, and the enemies cannot parry any attack from this weapon. It can cause blood loss to the enemy after you hit, and it can undoubtedly be one of the best Mace-type weapons in the game.
Ability:
- Spinning Chain: This skill will make your weapon spin before attacking. You will do a devastating blow causing your opponent to lose blood.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 109 | Physical Guard: 36 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 24 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 24 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 24 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 24 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 20 |
How to Obtain:
You can obtain this weapon inside a chariot which will be defended by some soldiers somewhere near Gate front Ruins.
Greataxe
You have a character that is good at having raw Strength, and the Greataxe might be a weapon you would like to consider having in your arsenal. This ace can quickly clear out enemies due to heavy damage. The Greataxe has one of the highest Physical Attack Stats in the entire game and can be an essential weapon if you can use it well. Moreover, players will require 30 Strength and 8 Dexterity to wield it.
Ability:
- Barbaric Roar: This Skill will allow you to roar like a beast and give you a temporary attack boost. It will also change your strong attacks into savage combo attacks.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 151 | Physical Guard: 57 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 37 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 37 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 37 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 37 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 37 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this weapon by going to Limbgrave, near the Waypoint Ruins. You will see Two Large Trolls traveling with a carrier with a chest containing this weapon.
Axe Of Godrick
Another Axe is on our list here because of how good they can be when you use them. Axe of Godrick is one of the weapons you will get after defeating the first main boss of Elden Ring. You will need 34 Strenght and 22 Dexterity to use it.
Ability:
- I Command Thee, Kneel!: This skill unleashes two shockwaves that do massive damage to the enemy.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 142 | Physical Guard: 50 |
| Magical Attack:0 | Magical Guard: 35 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 35 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 35 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 35 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 35 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this weapon by trading the Remembrance of Grafter at Roundtable with Enia.
5 Overall Best Weapons in Elden Ring
5) Moonviel
Moonviel is the weapon for all Katana lovers in the game. This weapon gives off light explaining its name as the Moonviel Katana. You will need 12 Strength, 18 Dexterity, and 23 Intelligence to wield this weapon.
Ability:
- Transient Moonlight: Using this skill, you will be able to give a quick follow-up attack after you draw the blade.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 73 | Physical Guard: 31 |
| Magical Attack: 87 | Magical Guard: 57 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 26 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 26 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 26 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 31 |
How to Obtain:
You get this as a drop from Magma Wyrm after defeating him in the Gael Tunnel.
4) Banished Knight’s Halberd
If you prefer long weapons that can cause massive damage, you should go for the Banished Knight’s Halberd. It is a weapon that acts as both a spear and an Axe. You can use it to attack a single enemy or target multiple enemies with its thrust or sweeping attacks. To use this weapon, you will need 14 Strength and 12 Dexterity.
Ability:
- Charge Forth: This skill will make your character do a charge forward, doing piercing damage when you connect the attack. It is not easy to connect this attack, but it can cause massive damage if you manage to land it.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 125 | Physical Guard: 50 |
| Magical Attack: 0 | Magical Guard: 35 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 35 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 35 |
| Holy Attack:0 | Holy Guard: 35 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 35 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this weapon after defeating the Banished Knights at Stormveil Caste. Moreover, you can also get a Banished Knight Halberd upgraded to +8 if you beat Edgar the Revenger at Revenger’s Shack.
3) Cipher Pata
As far as it looks, we give the Cipher Pata 10/10, and we give it no less as a weapon too. The blade with ancient Symbols can be your trusty weapon which you can use to clear out hordes of enemies with ease. However, you will need 30 Faith to wield this weapon, which can be tough to obtain.
Ability:
- Unblockable Blade: This Skill will let you perform an unblockable charging Piercing attack causing massive amounts of damage to the receiver.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 0 | Physical Guard: 9 |
| Magical Attack: 0 | Magical Guard: 14 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 14 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 14 |
| Holy Attack:85 | Holy Guard: 61 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 19 |
How to Obtain:
You can find this weapon where Mad Tongue Alberich comes to capture the Roundtable.
2) Bloodhound’s Fang
Bloodhound’s Fang is a curved Greatswordthath is one of the most potent weapons you can get at the beginning of the game and use it till the end of the game. This weapon will allow you to perform two slashes, deal damage, and sweep your enemies back. You will need 18 Strength and 17 Dexterity to use this weapon.
Ability:
- Bloodhound’s Finesse: You can perform a somersault using this skill, doing damage and pushing your enemies back simultaneously. It also causes blood loss, making it one of the best weapons in the Elden Ring.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 141 | Physical Guard: 52 |
| Magical Attack: 0 | Magical Guard: 36 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 36 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 36 |
| Holy Attack:85 | Holy Guard: 36 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 36 |
How To Obtain
You can find this weapon after you will find the Bloodhound Knight Darriwil when you are in Limgrave.
1) Grafted Blade Greatsword
The last weapon on our list is Grafted Blade Greatsword. After you get to a certain point in the story and become powerful enough, a weapon like Grafted Blade Greatsword is a must in your arsenal. Its large Swings and massive amounts of damage with each strike make it stand out from all the other Greatswords available. Moreover, you will need 40 Strength and 14 Dexterity to use this weapon.
Ability:
- Oath of Vengenace: After you use this skill temporarily, all your attributes will be boosted for a short amount of time.
Stats:
| Attack Stats | Defensive Stats |
| Physical Attack: 157 | Physical Guard: 64 |
| Magical Attack: 0 | Magical Guard: 48 |
| Fire Attack:0 | Fire Guard: 48 |
| Lightning Attack:0 | Lightning Guard: 48 |
| Holy Attack:85 | Holy Guard: 48 |
| Critical Damage:100 | Guard Boost: 44 |
How to Obtain:
You can get this weapon by defeating the Leonine Misbegotten Boss. Players will find this boss at Weeping Peninsula when they enter Castle Morne.
