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Elden Ring

Shield Bash Ash of War Location and Effect

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Shield Bash is an Ash of War in Elden Ring. Read on to learn the location of Shield Bash in-game, as well as how to use Shield Bash, its effect, and FP cost per cast.

Shield Bash Location

Dropped by a Teleporting Scarab in Northern Liurnia

World View Map Location

Dropped by a teleporting Scarab near the East Bridge Trestle site of grace in Liurnia. This site of grace is directly below the ruined bridge connecting the Academy of Raya Lucaria and the Bellum Highway.

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How to Use Shield Bash

Used to Interrupt Attacks

Using shield bash when an attack is about to connect can interrupt and stagger enemies leaving them open for a counter. On stagger, follow up with another shield bash or press the heavy attack button (while two-handing the shield) to slam your shield against your foe. You can also just do a regular attack during this opening.

Shield Bash Effect and Basic Info

Shield Bash Overview
Elden Ring - Shield Bash Ash of War
Brace behind shield before using bodyweight to ram foes while maintaining guarding stance. Weaker enemies will be shoved backwards and can even be staggered.
Affinity
Elden Ring - Standard Standard
FP Cost
10
Skill Type Ash of War
Infusable Weapons All Shields
Chargeable? No

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