This lists the best DLC weapons in the Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree. Learn about the perks of these weapons, how to get them, and their stat scalings.
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List of Contents
- Best Early Game Weapons
- Best Mid-Game Weapons
- Best Late Game Weapons
- Related Guides
Best Early Game DLC Weapons
| Weapon | Evaluation and How to Get |
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| Star-Lined SwordSTR: E DEX: C INT: D | Evaluation: ・An exceptional Katana for DEX-INT builds. ・Weapon skill is quick to use and allows follow-up combo slices. How to Get: Defeat Demi-Human Queen Marigga northwest of the Cerulean Coast ▼ More Details |
| Dragon-Hunter's Great KatanaSTR: D DEX: D | Evaluation: ・Has scaling of STR at C and DEX at C when fully upgraded. ・Weapon skill is easy and quick to use. Skill releases a ranged attack when charged. ・Applies Bleed status effect. How to Get: Defeat Ancient Dragon-Man at Dragon's Pit. ▼ More Details |
| Rellana's Twin BladesSTR: C FAI: C DEX: C INT: C | Evaluation: ・Light skill attack releases a combo of ranged magic slashes. ・Heavy skill attack unleashes a flaming attack around the user. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-weld when two-handed). How to Get: Defeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight at Castle Ensis then offer her Remembrance to Enia. ▼ More Details |
| Black Steel GreathammerSTR: C FAI: D DEX: E | Evaluation: ・Deals a strong holy damage attack on guard counter. ・STR is scaled to A when Heavy-infused. ・Best when paired with a shield. How to Get: Defeat the knight wielding this weapon at the Church of Consolation east of the Scorched Ruins. ▼ More Details |
| Backhand BladeSTR: D DEX: D | Evaluation: ・Very easy to obtain early on. ・DEX scaling can reach S level. ・Has a useful weapon skill lets you dodge to the side for a strike. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-weld when two-handed). How to Get: Pick up from an altar to the east of the Three-Path Cross Site of Grace. ▼ More Details |
| Firespark Perfume BottleDEX: C | Evaluation: ・Deals fire damage. ・Has a wide range, making it great against groups. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-weld when two-handed). How to Get: Obtain from a treasure chest at the camp around the Castle Front Site of Grace. ▼ More Details |
| Greatsword of SolitudeSTR: B | Evaluation: ・Weapon skill is a ranged vertical slice. You can follow up afterwards with a heavy for a gap-closing attack. ・High poise from a follow-up attack. ・Great to pair along with Blackgaol Knight's armor for an STR build. ・Highest STR scaling is A when upgraded. How to Get: Defeat the Blackgaol Knight at the Western Nameless Mausoleum west of the Gravesite Plain region. ▼ More Details |
| Dryleaf ArtsSTR: C DEX: C | Evaluation: ・Quick attack speed with a strong jumping heavy attack. ・Good for applying status effects like Bleed when infused. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-weld when two-handed). How to Get: Defeat Dryleaf Dane at the Moorth Ruins Site of Grace. Initiate a fight with him by emoting May the Best Win. The emote May the Best Win can be picked up around the Highroad Cross Site of Grace. ▼ More Details |
Star-Lined Sword
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| Star-Lined Sword Weapon Skill: Onze's Line of Stars | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: E | Dex: C | Int: D | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 10 | Dex: 23 | Int: 21 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained after Defeating Demi-Human Queen Marigga
Star-Lined Sword is obtained by defeating Demi-Human Queen Marigga northwest of the Cerulean Coast. Reach the Cerulean Coast by following the river southeast of Castle Ensis.
Demi-Human Queen Marigga Boss Guide
Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana
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| Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana Weapon Skill: Dragonwound Slash | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 15 | Dex: 20 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Acquired after Defeating Ancient Dragon-Man
The Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana is obtained by defeating the Ancient Dragon-Man at Dragon's Pit.
From the Castle Front Site of Grace, follow the path southeast to reach the Pillar Path Waypoint Site of Grace. Continue along the path southwest until you reach Dragon's Pit.
Ancient Dragon-Man Boss Guide
Rellana's Twin Blades
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| Rellana's Twin Blades Weapon Skill: Moon-and-Fire Stance | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: D | Fai: D | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 13 | Dex: 16 | Int: 16 | Fai: 16 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained via the Remembrance of Rellana, Twin Moon Knight
The Rellana's Twin Blades can be obtained by beating Rellana, Twin Moon Knight and securing their Remembrance. You can then turn in the Remembrance to Enia at the Roundtable Hold to get the Rellana's Twin Blades.
Note: Boss Remembrances only grant you one of the two items on use. If you want to get both, make sure to duplicate the Remembrance using one of the many Walking Mausoleums found in the game.
Rellana, Twin Moon Knight Boss Guide
Black Steel Greathammer
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| Black Steel Greathammer Weapon Skill: Endure | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: C | Dex: E | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: D |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 25 | Dex: 11 | Int: 0 | Fai: 17 | Arc: 0 |
Acquired by Defeating the Black Knight
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The Black Steel Greathammer is dropped by the Black Knight in the Church of Consolation.
Backhand Blade
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| Backhand Blade Weapon Skill: Blind Spot | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 10 | Dex: 13 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Found at a Tomb North of the Scourched Ruins
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The Backhand Blade is found beside a tomb north of the Scorched Ruins. Simply head north from the Scorched Ruins Site of Grace until you see the tomb with some enemies roaming around the vicinity.
Firespark Perfume Bottle
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| Firespark Perfume Bottle Weapon Skill: Kick | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: - | Dex: C | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 3 | Dex: 14 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Looted in a Chest at the Encampment South of Castle Ensis
The Firespark Perfume Bottle can be looted from a treasure chest in the encampment south of Castle Ensis.
Starting from the Castle Front Site of Grace, simply head south and turn left towards the tents. The treasure chest containing the Firespark Perfume Bottle is found just beside some barrels.
Greatsword of Solitude
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| Greatsword of Solitude Weapon Skill: Solitary Moon Slash | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: B | Dex: E | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 27 | Dex: 13 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Acquired by Defeating the Blackgaol Knight Boss
Greatsword of Solitude is obtained by defeating the Blackgaol Knight in the Western Nameless Mausoleum, west of the Scorched Ruins Site of Grace.
Blackgaol Knight Boss Guide
Dryleaf Arts
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| Dryleaf Arts Weapon Skill: Palm Blast | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 8 | Dex: 8 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Obtaineed by Defeating Dryleaf Dane
Dryleaf Arts is a reward for defeating Dryleaf Dane after dueling him during his questline. To initiate the duel, use the May the Best Win gesture upon meeting him at the Moorth Ruins in Scadu Altus.
Dryleaf Dane Quest Guide
Best Mid-Game DLC Weapons
| Ancient Meteoric Ore GreatswordSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | Evaluation: ・High Strength (B) and Arcane (B) multiplier when max upgraded ・White Light Charge skill is fast and has good reach ・Great for multiple enemies due to the explosive AOE effect of the weapon skill How to Get: Can be obtained by interacting with the burning altar deep within the Ruined Forge of Starfall Past ▼ More Details |
| Smithscript CirqueSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | Evaluation: ・S Dexterity Scaling with Keen Affinity ・Can be thrown for mid-range attacks ・Can be used with two hands for dual wielding How to Get: Found on a corpse in Ruined Forge of Starfall Past ▼ More Details |
| Rakshasa's Great KatanaSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | Evaluation: ・Weed Cutter skill has good range and AoE ・Attacking reduces your likelihood of getting staggered from counterattacks ・High Strength (B) scaling when enhanced How to Get: Found in the Eastern Nameless Mausoleum, at the bottom of the Recluses' River Downstream ▼ More Details |
| Spear of the ImpalerSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | Evaluation: ・Messmer's Assault skill can deal insane damage if everything hits ・Has good reach ・Strong attacks can be charged to produce flame on impact How to Get: Obtained by turning in the Remembrance of Messmer the Impaler to Enia ▼ More Details |
| Sword of NightSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | Evaluation: ・High Dexterity (B) scaling when upgraded ・Casting Witching Hour Slash skill consecutively can penetrate shields ・Can build up Blood Loss How to Get: Obtained by giving the Iris of Occultation to Jolan at the end of her questline ▼ More Details |
| Claws of NightSTR: D DEX: D FAI: D | Evaluation: ・High Dexterity (B) Scaling at maximum upgrade ・Scattershot Throw has low FP cost ・Great for Blood Loss build up ・Can dish out strong attacks that can penetrate shields How to Get: Obtained from defeating the Swordhand of Night Anna in the Finger Ruins of Miyr. ▼ More Details |
Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword
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| Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword Weapon Skill: White Light Charge | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: E | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: D |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 35 | Dex: 10 | Int: 16 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained by Through the Burning Altar in Ruined Forge of Starfall Past
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The Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword can be obtained from a burning altar near the end of the Ruined Forge of Starfall Past. From the Site of Grace, proceed to the first area and use the lever to unlock the blocked path. Traverse through two corridors until you see a ladder to your right.
Climb up the ladder and press on until you reach a room filled with molten lava. Run past the room and drop down the elevated walkway to reach another blocked area, which can also be unlocked by a lever.
Once the blocked path has opened, enter and use another lever found on the right to lift the previous contraption. Jump on top of the rising wall to reach the room with the greatsword.
Smithscript Cirque
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| Smithscript Cirque Weapon Skill: Blind Spot | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: E | Fai: E | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 0 | Dex: 14 | Int: 11 | Fai: 11 | Arc: 0 |
Found on a Corpse in Ruined Forge of Starfall Past
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The Smithscript Cirque can be found on a corpse at the end of the Ruined Forge of Starfall Past. Traverse through the dungeon, unlocking two blocked paths, until you reach a flooded room containing the weapon. This can be found near the Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword.
Rakshasa's Great Katana
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| Rakshasa's Great Katana Weapon Skill: Weed Cutter | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: E | Dex: C | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 12 | Dex: 27 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Found in the Eastern Nameless Mausoleum
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The Rakshasa's Great Katana is found in the Eastern Nameless Mausoleum. From the Recluses' River Downstream, head for the bottom of the river towards the east and you'll find the mausoleum by the edge of a waterfall.
Spear of the Impaler
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| Spear of the Impaler Weapon Skill: Messmer's Assault | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: E | Dex: C | Int: - | Fai: D | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 14 | Dex: 35 | Int: 0 | Fai: 18 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained via the Remembrance of Messmer the Impaler
The Spear of the Impaler can be obtained by beating Messmer the Impaler and securing his Remembrance. You can then turn in the Remembrance to Enia at the Roundtable Hold to get the Spear of the Impaler.
Note: Boss Remembrances only grant you one of the two items on use. If you want to get both, make sure to duplicate the Remembrance using one of the many Walking Mausoleums found in the game.
Sword of Night
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| Sword of Night Weapon Skill: Witching Hour Slash | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: - | Dex: C | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 11 | Dex: 20 | Int: 13 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained by Giving the Iris of Occultation to Jolan
| Jolan Questline Guide | |
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| 1 | Talk to Ymir at the Cathedral of Manus Metyr. |
| 2 | Receive the map from Ymir to make Yolan appear. |
| 3 | Advance through Ymir's questline and go through all of his dialogue options. |
| 4 | Fight together against Messmer the Impaler. |
| 5 | Defeat Metyr Mother of Fingers. |
| 6 | Defeat Jolan and Ymir at the Cathedral of Manus Metyr. |
| 7 | Obtain the Iris of Grace and the Iris of Occultation. |
| 8 | Give Jolan the Iris of Occultation. |
Claws of Night
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| Claws of Night Weapon Skill: Scattershot Throw | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: - | Dex: C | Int: - | Fai: - | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 8 | Dex: 20 | Int: 0 | Fai: 0 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained by Defeating Swordhand of Night Anna
You can obtain the Claws of Night by defeating Swordhand of Night Anna in the Finger Ruins of Miyr. You can access this area by progressing through Ymir and Jolan's questlines.
Best Late Game DLC Weapons
| Weapon | Evaluation and How to Get |
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| EuporiaSTR: D DEX: D FAI: D | Evaluation: ・Euporia Vortex has insane damage at maximum output ・Great against enemies that are weak to Holy ・Recommended for Faith Strength Build How to Get: Can be obtained from a corpse at the bottom of Belurat, Tower Settlement in Enir-Ilim. ▼ More Details |
Euporia
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| Euporia Weapon Skill: Euporia Vortex | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: D | Int: - | Fai: D | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 16 | Dex: 16 | Int: 0 | Fai: 24 | Arc: 0 |
Found on a Corpse at the Bottom of Enir-Ilim
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The Euporia can be obtained from the corpse located at the bottom of the Belurat, Tower Settlement in Enir-Ilim. From the Spiral Rise Site of Grace, proceed down and over the ledges found on your right until you reach the Belurat, Tower Settlement.
From the Belurat, Tower Settlement, take two elevators further down until you reach the room containing the weapon.
All DLC Weapons
Elden Ring Related Guides
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Weapon Guides
| What Weapons to Get First | Best Weapons Tier List |
| How to Upgrade Weapons | Weapon Stat Scaling Explained |
| DLC Weapons | Best DLC Weapons |
List of Weapons by Stat Scaling
| Strength | Dexterity | Intelligence | |||
| Faith | Arcane | ||||
List of Weapons by Damage Types
| Standard | Strike | Slash | Pierce |
| Magic | Fire | Holy | Lightning |
List of Weapons by Status Effects
| Bleed | Frost | Scarlet Rot |
| Sleep | Poison | Madness |
List of Weapon Types
| Melee Weapons | |
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| Axes | Claws |
| Colossal Swords | Colossal Weapons |
| Curved Greatswords | Curved Swords |
| Daggers | Fists |
| Flails | Greataxes |
| Greatswords | Great Hammers |
| Great Spears | Halberds |
| Hammers | Heavy Thrusting Swords |
| Katanas | Reapers |
| Spears | Straight Swords |
| Thrusting Swords | Torches |
| Twinblades | Whips |
| Spellcasting Weapons | |
| Glintstone Staves | Sacred Seals |
| Ranged Weapons | |
| Light Bows | Bows |
| Greatbows | Crossbows |
| Ballista | |
| Shields | |
| Small Shields | Medium Shields |
| Greatshields | |
| DLC Weapons | |
| Backhand Blades | Beast Claws |
| Great Katanas | Hand-to-Hand Weapons |
| Light Greatswords | Perfume Bottles |
| Throwing Blades | Thrusting Shields |
