Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Smithscript Shield Location, Stats, and Scaling

Smithscript Shield is a Small Shield in Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree that scales with Strength, Intelligence, and Faith. Read on to learn how to get the Smithscript Shield, as well as its location, description, upgrades, stat requirements, and best Ashes of War.

Smithscript Shield Location

Found in Taylew's Ruined Forge

The Smithscript Shield is found in Taylew's Ruined Forge. From the Site of Grace, continue inside and turn left. Climb down the ladder and drop down the gap in the next room.

Turn right, jump onto the column and go up. Hop onto the ledge to your right, head down the hallway, and climb the ramp on the next room. Pick up the Smithscript Shield from the corpse, but watch out for the enemy on the ceiling.

Only Available in Shadow of the Erdtree DLC

The Smithscript Shield is only available if you've purchased the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This weapon is a DLC exclusive and will not be available if you only own the base game.

Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Guide

Smithscript Shield Description and Stats Overview

Basic Information

Elden Ring - Smithscript ShieldSmithscript Shield Overview
Type: Small Shield
ATK Type: Strike
Skill: Discus Hurl
Weight: 2.5
Description
Roundshield engraved with a smithscript. A throwing weapon created through the smithing arts. Can be thrown by performing the armament's Skill.

Required Stats to Equip

STR DEX INT FAI ARC
10 15 11 11 0

Stat Scaling

STR DEX INT FAI ARC
D - E E -

Basic Stats

Phys. Atk. 72 Phys. Def. 74.0
Mag. Atk. 0 Mag. Def. 38.0
Fire Atk. 0 Fire Def. 38.0
Lght. Atk. 0 Lght. Def. 38.0
Holy Atk. 0 Holy Def. 38.0
Crit. Atk. 100 Guard Boost 37

Smithscript Shield Upgrades

Required Upgrade Materials

Levels Material Quantity
+2 Somber Smithing Stone 2 (1)
+3 Somber Smithing Stone 3 (1)
+4 Somber Smithing Stone 4 (1)
+5 Somber Smithing Stone 5 (1)
+6 Somber Smithing Stone 6 (1)
+7 Somber Smithing Stone 7 (1)
+8 Somber Smithing Stone 8 (1)
+9 Somber Smithing Stone 9 (1)
+10 Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone (1)

Smithscript Shield requires one Somber Smithing Stone for every level to upgrade until +9. The final level at +10 requires a Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone.

Somber Smithing Stones Farming Guide

Smithscript Shield Ashes of War

Cannot Be Infused with Ashes of War

The Smithscript Shield cannot be infused with a different Ash of War since it is considered a unique weapon. Weapons that are upgraded using Somber Smithing Stones are classified as unique weapons.

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