Best DLC Weapons

This is a list of the best DLC weapons in the Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree. Read on for the top 10 best DLC weapons ranked and to learn how to get the best DLC weapons.

Best DLC Weapons Overall

Rank	Weapon	Evaluation
1	Backhand Blade STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Very easy to obtain early on. ・DEX scaling can reach S level. ・Has a useful weapon skill that lets you dodge to the side for a strike. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-wield when two-handed). How to Get: Pick up from an altar to the east of the Three-Path Cross Site of Grace.
2	Black Steel Greathammer STR: C DEX: E ARC: D	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.
3	Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword STR: D DEX: E ARC: D	Evaluation: ・High Strength (B) and Arcane (B) multiplier when upgraded to max. ・White Light Charge skill is fast and has good reach. ・Great against 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.
4	Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana STR: 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.
5	Milady STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Easy to obtain early on. ・Good reach and attack speed due to being a Light Greatsword. ・Reaches B scaling for STR when infused with Heavy. ・Can be used for excellent damage and posture break when used with Wing Stance. How to Get: Found in a chest on top of a tower in the western area of Castle Ensis.
6	Star-Lined Sword STR: E DEX: C INT: D	Evaluation: ・An exceptional Katana for DEX-INT builds. ・Weapon skill is quick to use and allows for follow-up combo slices. How to Get: Defeat Demi-Human Queen Marigga northwest of the Cerulean Coast
7	Sword of Night DEX: C	Evaluation: ・High Dexterity (B) scaling when upgraded. ・Casting Witching Hour Slash skill consecutively can penetrate shields. ・Can build up Bleed. How to Get: Obtained by giving the Iris of Occultation to Jolan at the end of her questline
8	Rellana's Twin Blades STR: D FAI: D DEX: D INT: D	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-wield when two-handed). How to Get: Defeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight at Castle Ensis then offer her Remembrance to Enia. ▶︎ Rellana's Twin Blades Build
9	Sword of Darkness STR: D DEX: E FAI: E	Evaluation: ・Darkness skill is good for AoE trash clear. ・Skill also debuffs enemy Holy damage negation. ・Guard counters deal excellent poise damage. How to Get: Use an Altar of Light and Dark to transform a Sword of Light into this weapon.
10	Pata STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Offers Straight Sword reach on a Fist-type weapon. ・Can be infused for status builds. ・Fast attack speed makes status builds phenomenal. How to Get: Looted from a corpse on a cliff behind the Church of Benediction.

Listed above are the top 10 best DLC-exclusive weapons based on how strong, accessible, and easy to use they are. However, using weapons from the base game within the DLC is also recommended!

▼ Best Base Game Weapons for the DLC

Best Early Game DLC Weapons

Weapon	Evaluation and How to Get
Backhand Blade STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Very easy to obtain early on. ・DEX scaling can reach S level. ・Has a useful weapon skill that lets you dodge to the side for a strike. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-wield when two-handed). How to Get: Pick up from an altar to the east of the Three-Path Cross Site of Grace. ▼ More Details
Black Steel Greathammer STR: C DEX: E ARC: D	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
Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana STR: 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
Milady STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Easy to obtain early on. ・Good reach and attack speed due to being a Light Greatsword. ・Reaches B scaling for STR when infused with Heavy. ・Can be used for excellent damage and posture break when used with Wing Stance. How to Get: Found in a chest on top of a tower in the western area of Castle Ensis. ▼ More Details
Star-Lined Sword STR: E DEX: C INT: D	Evaluation: ・An exceptional Katana for DEX-INT builds. ・Weapon skill is quick to use and allows for follow-up combo slices. How to Get: Defeat Demi-Human Queen Marigga northwest of the Cerulean Coast ▼ More Details
Rellana's Twin Blades STR: D FAI: D DEX: D INT: D	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-wield when two-handed). How to Get: Defeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight at Castle Ensis then offer her Remembrance to Enia. ▼ More Details
Pata STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Offers Straight Sword reach on a Fist-type weapon. ・Can be infused for status builds. ・Fast attack speed makes status builds phenomenal. How to Get: Looted from a corpse on a cliff behind the Church of Benediction. ▼ More Details
Greatsword of Solitude STR: B DEX: E	Evaluation: ・Weapon skill is a ranged vertical slice. You can follow up afterwards with a heavy for a gap-closing attack. ・High poise from the follow-up attack. ・Great to pair along with Blackgaol Knight's armor for STR builds. ・Reaches an A in STR scaling when upgraded. How to Get: Defeat the Blackgaol Knight at the Western Nameless Mausoleum west of the Gravesite Plain region. ▼ More Details
Dryleaf Arts STR: D DEX: D	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
Firespark Perfume Bottle DEX: C	Evaluation: ・Deals fire damage. ・Has a wide range, making it great against groups. ・Is a paired weapon (enables dual-wield when two-handed). How to Get: Obtain from a treasure chest at the camp around the Castle Front Site of Grace. ▼ More Details

Backhand Blade

Weapon Details
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 Scorched Ruins

Map Location	World View

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.

Black Steel Greathammer

Weapon Details
Black Steel Greathammer Weapon Skill: Endure
Weapon Scaling
Str: C	Dex: E	Int: -	Fai: D	Arc: -
Stat Requirements
Str: 25	Dex: 11	Int: 0	Fai: 17	Arc: 0

Acquired by Defeating the Black Knight

Map Location	World View

The Black Steel Greathammer is dropped by the Black Knight in the Church of Consolation.

Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana

Weapon Details
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

Milady

Weapon Details
Milady Weapon Skill: Impaling Thrust
Weapon Scaling
Str: D	Dex: D	Int: -	Fai: -	Arc: -
Stat Requirements
Str: 12	Dex: 17	Int: 0	Fai: 0	Arc: 0

Found In a Chest at Castle Ensis

Milady is found in a chest on top of a tower in the western area Castle Ensis. You can reach this area quickly from the Castle Front Site of Grace.

Star-Lined Sword

Weapon Details
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

Rellana's Twin Blades

Weapon Details
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

Pata

Weapon Details
Pata Weapon Skill: Impaling Thrust
Weapon Scaling
Str: D	Dex: D	Int: -	Fai: -	Arc: -
Stat Requirements
Str: 11	Dex: 15	Int: 0	Fai: 0	Arc: 0

Looted on a Cliff behind the Church of Benediction

The Pata is obtained by looting a corpse on top of a cliff behind the Church of Benediction.

Greatsword of Solitude

Weapon Details
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

Weapon Details
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

Obtained 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

Firespark Perfume Bottle

Weapon Details
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.

Best Mid-Game DLC Weapons

Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword STR: D DEX: E ARC: D	Evaluation: ・High Strength (B) and Arcane (B) multiplier when upgraded to max. ・White Light Charge skill is fast and has good reach. ・Great against 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
Sword of Night DEX: C	・High Dexterity (B) scaling when upgraded. ・Casting Witching Hour Slash skill consecutively can penetrate shields. ・Can build up Bleed. How to Get: Obtained by giving the Iris of Occultation to Jolan at the end of her questline. ▼ More Details
Sword of Darkness STR: D DEX: E FAI: E	Evaluation: ・Darkness skill is good for AoE trash clear. ・Skill also debuffs enemy Holy damage negation. ・Guard counters deal excellent poise damage. How to Get: Use an Altar of Light and Dark to transform a Sword of Light into this weapon. ▼ More Details
Smithscript Cirque STR: D DEX: D INT: E FAI: E	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 Katana STR: E DEX: C	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 Impaler STR: E DEX: C FAI: 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
Claws of Night DEX: C	Evaluation: ・High Dexterity (B) Scaling at maximum upgrade. ・Scattershot Throw has low FP cost. ・Great for Bleed 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

Weapon Details
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: 0	Fai: 0	Arc: 19

Obtained Through the Burning Altar in Ruined Forge of Starfall Past

Map Location	World View

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.

Sword of Night

Weapon Details
Sword of Night Weapon Skill: Witching Hour Slash
Weapon Scaling
Str: -	Dex: C	Int: -	Fai: -	Arc: -
Stat Requirements
Str: 11	Dex: 20	Int: 0	Fai: 0	Arc: 0

Obtained by Giving the Iris of Occultation to Jolan

Sword of Darkness

Weapon Details
Sword of Darkness Weapon Skill: Darkness
Weapon Scaling
Str: D	Dex: E	Int: -	Fai: E	Arc: -
Stat Requirements
Str: 14	Dex: 11	Int: 0	Fai: 24	Arc: 0

Crafted at an Altar of Light and Dark

The Sword of Darkness is obtained by visiting an unused Altar of Light and Dark and choosing to transform a Sword of Light into the Sword of Darkness. You will have to use two of three Altas to obtain the Stone-Sheathed Sword, then the Sword of Light, before going to whichever Altar is left unused to get the Sword of Darkness.

Altar of Light and Dark Locations
Fog Rift Catacombs Ruins of Unte Ancient Ruins of Rauh

Smithscript Cirque

Weapon Details
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

Map Location	World View

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

Weapon Details
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

Map Location	World View

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

Weapon Details
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.

Claws of Night

Weapon Details
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
Euporia STR: 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

Weapon Details
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

Map Location	World View

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

Best Base Game Weapons for the DLC

Rank	Weapon	Evaluation
1	Mohgwyn's Sacred Spear STR: D DEX: E ARC: D	Evaluation: ・Anyone that completed the DLC's in-game requirements will already have access to this spear. ・Can cause AoE Bleed with its skill. ・Deals split Physical and Fire damage. ・Can be used with Greatshields for safe poking builds. How to Get: Defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood at Mohgwyn Palace then offer his Remembrance to Enia.
2	Eleonora's Poleblade STR: E DEX: D ARC: D	Evaluation: ・Deals split Fire and Physical damage while also building up Bleed. ・Skill has multiple fast hits for faster Bleed buildup and auto dodge within its animation. ・Can be power stanced with another Twinblade for Rotten Sword Insignia jump attack builds. How to Get: Obtained after defeating Eleonora, Violet Bloody Finger.
3	Blasphemous Blade STR: D DEX: D FAI: D	Evaluation: ・Taker's Flames have high Fire damage from scaling with your Faith stat. ・The skill being ranged means you can safely spam it from a safe distance when the situation allows it. ・Skill also provides heals on hit for minor survivability. How to Get: Defeat Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy at Volcano Manor then offer his Remembrance to Enia.
4	Great Stars STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Possible to find two in one NG cycle to power stance. ・Heavy damage to poise when power stanced. ・Can also inflict Bleed, which builds up even faster when power stanced. How to Get: Found in a caravan's carriage chest southwest of the Road of Iniquity Site of Grace in Altus Plateau.
5	Rivers of Blood STR: E DEX: D ARC: D	Evaluation: ・Deals split Fire and Physical damage while also building up Bleed. ・Corpse Piler skill further amplifies its bleed buildup and deals good poise damage as well. ・Works great either on its own or power stanced with other Katanas like Moonveil. How to Get: Obtained by defeating Bloody Finger Okina at the Church of Repose in the Mountaintops of the Giants.
6	Dark Moon Greatsword STR: D DEX: D INT: C	Evaluation: ・Deals heavy split Physical and Magic damage. ・Moonlight Greatsword skill infuses it with cold for high Frostbite buildup and bursts of damage. ・Charged heavy attacks become projectiles when skill is active and can be used to damage poise from a distance. How to Get: Obtained by progressing and completing Ranni's quest.
7	Bloodhound's Fang STR: D DEX: C	Evaluation: ・Easy to obtain early in the base game and scales well up to endgame. ・Good poise damage and even builds Bleed on enemies. ・Bloodhound's Finesse is still a strong ability for its damage and pseudo-dodge. How to Get: Defeat Bloodhound Knight Darriwil in the Forlorn Hound Evergaol.
8	Bolt of Gransax STR: D DEX: D	Evaluation: ・Perfect for pure DEX builds since its Ancient Lightning Spear will directly scale with DEX as well. ・Safe weapon to use due to its forgiving range as a Spear and because of the speed of its skill's projectile. ・Deals good split Physical and Lightning Damage with its normal moveset. How to Get: Obtained from the top of the giant spear in Leyndell.
9	Reduvia STR: E DEX: D ARC: D	Evaluation: ・Obtainable very early even in base game. ・High Bleed build up thanks to spamming its Reduvia Blood Blade skill. ・Can be power stanced with other Daggers for faster attacks and status buildup. How to Get: Obtained by defeating Bloody Finger Nerijus near the entrance of Murkwater Cave.
10	Greatsword STR: C DEX: E	Evaluation: ・Capable of A scaling in Strength at +25 with Heavy affinity. ・Default skill Stamp (Upward Cut) comes with hyper armor, but can also be replaced with other Ashes if desired. ・Deals great physical and poise damage and is simple to use. How to Get: Found inside a carriage chest to the north west of the Caelem Ruins Site of Grace in Caelid.

Elden Ring Related Guides

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List of Weapons by Stat Scaling

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