7 Best Elden Ring DLC Weapons
The much-anticipated Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, launched already on June 21 to widespread acclaim. This expansion introduces players to an area comparable to Limgrave in size, filled with new challenges, including 11 formidable bosses. With over 100 new weapons added to the game, players now have even more options to tackle these new threats and enhance their gameplay experience.
FromSoftware has done an impressive job of balancing these new weapons with those from the base game. The PVP meta may temporarily shift towards these new additions, but rest assured, your favorite builds remain viable. Here are seven standout weapons from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, along with where to find them.
1. Backhand Blade
Category: Backhand Blades
Type: Standard
Damage: Slash/Pierce
Requirements: Str 10, Dex 13
Scaling: Str C, Dex C
Skill: Blind Spot
The Backhand Blade is a top-tier weapon in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. It may seem unassuming at first, but with the right build, it can outshine many unique weapons. Dual-wielding this blade lets you chain light attacks into 4x combos, making it incredibly effective in combat. The Blind Spot skill allows quick maneuvers around enemies, making it a versatile choice for both offense and defense.
Where to Find It: Start the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and head northeast from the starting point, past the Smoldering Ruins. Near the cliff's edge, find a mausoleum surrounded by enemies. The sword is on a nearby corpse. Use Torrent to grab it quickly and retreat.
2. Rellana's Twin Blades
Category: Light Greatsword/Straight Sword
Type: Unique
Damage: Standard/Pierce
Requirements: Str 13, Dex 16, Int 16, Fai 16
Scaling: Str C, Dex C, Int C, Fai C
Skill: Moon-and-Fire Stance
Rellana's Twin Blades offer a unique mechanic: wielded single-handedly, it functions as a light greatsword with magic damage. Dual-wielded, it adds a fire-imbued straight sword, dealing both fire and magic damage. The Moon-and-Fire Stance skill allows for powerful magic and fire-based attacks, adding versatility to your combat strategies.
Where to Find It: Defeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight at Castle Ensis. She drops the Remembrance of the Twin Moon Knight, which you can trade to Enia at the Roundtable Hold for this weapon.
3. Milady
Category: Light Greatsword
Type: Standard
Damage: Standard/Pierce
Requirements: Str 12, Dex 17
Scaling: Str D, Dex C
Skill: Impaling Thrust
Milady is an easy-to-use weapon with quick attacks and excellent reach. While it lacks the gimmicks of other DLC weapons, its versatility makes it a solid choice for various builds. Equip it with the Cold affinity and Wing Stance Ash of War for devastating Frostbite damage.
Where to Find It: At Castle Ensis, cross the bridge from the Castle Front Site of Grace, head west, defeat the enemies, and climb the steps to find the chest containing Milady.
4. Lightning Perfume Bottle
Category: Perfume Bottle
Type: Standard
Damage: Standard
Requirements: Str 3, Dex 16, Fai 14
Scaling: Dex C, Fai C
Skill: None
The Lightning Perfume Bottle excels against regular enemies with its area-of-effect damage from light and heavy attacks. Equip it with the Rolling Sparks Ash of War to unleash a shower of sparks causing area damage. This skill can damage larger enemies multiple times, making it effective against bosses.
Where to Find It: Start at the Cerulean Coast Site of Grace, head northeast across the river, and find the pond full of lightning sheep. The Lightning Perfume Bottle is on a corpse in the pond.
5. Smithscript Hammer
Category: Great Hammer
Type: Standard
Damage: Strike
Requirements: Str 20, Dex 10, Int 11, Fai 11
Scaling: Str C, Dex E, Int E, Fai E
Skill: Endure
The Smithscript Hammer is perfect for fun, allowing you to throw it like Thor. The hammer returns to your hand after landing, ready for another throw. When upgraded, it's powerful and pairs well with a Faith build. Equip it with the Flame Arts or Sacred affinity and use the Savage Lion's Claw Ash of War for extra damage and versatility.
Where to Find It: The Smithscript Hammer is in Taylew's Ruined Forge, accessed via a passage northeast of Moorth Ruins in the Rauh Base region of the Land of Shadow. The forge is in the area's northeast corner, north of the bridge connecting the Shadow Keep.
6. Putrescence Cleaver
Category: Axe
Type: Standard
Damage: Slash
Requirements: Str 15, Dex 12
Scaling: Str B, Dex D
Skill: Rancid Slash
The Putrescence Cleaver is a powerful axe with high strength scaling, making it ideal for strength builds. Its Rancid Slash skill releases a cloud of poison, dealing damage over time to enemies caught within it. This makes it effective against both crowds and tough single targets.
Where to Find It: This weapon is located in the Blighted Swamp area. Navigate through the treacherous terrain to find it on a corpse surrounded by poisonous enemies.
7. Leda's Sword
Category: Curved Greatsword
Type: Unique
Damage: Standard/Slash
Requirements: Str 18, Dex 15
Scaling: Str B, Dex C
Skill: Moonlit Dance
Leda's Sword is a beautifully crafted curved greatsword with excellent scaling for strength and dexterity builds. The Moonlit Dance skill unleashes a flurry of swift slashes imbued with moonlight, making it both visually stunning and highly effective in combat.
Where to Find It: Leda's Sword is found in the Moonlit Garden, hidden within a chest guarded by formidable foes. Overcome these challenges to claim this powerful weapon.
In conclusion, the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring brings a wealth of new weapons, each with unique abilities and requirements. Collect Elden Ring Runes and Elden Ring Items to enhance these weapons and fully utilize their potential. These seven weapons are among the best in the DLC, offering a variety of playstyles and strategies for players to explore and enjoy.