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Best Strength weapons in Elden RingHere are the best Strength weapons in Elden Ring
Here are the best Strength weapons in Elden Ring
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
Looking for the best Elden Ring Strength weapons?If you’re looking to tank your way throughElden Ringbossesand wield the colossal weapons in the game, you’ll need to invest in your Strengthstat.
As we venture ever closer to theShadow Of The ErdtreeDLC release, now is the perfect time to get sunk back into Elden Ring and try out different builds. Below, we’ve listed the best Strength weapons in Elden Ring based on important factors like Weapon Skill, attribute scaling and attack power. Keep reading for our top picks and a rundown of where to get each one.
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Giant-Crusher
Giant-Crusher can be wielded with either one-handed or as a two-handed weapon. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
As an entry to both ourbest weaponsand beststrength buildguides, it would go amiss not to mention theGiant-Crusher. The Giant-Crusher is classified as a Colossal Weapon, although it can be wielded one-handed if you wish. Surprisingly, it is better suited to a one-handed build to properly utilise the Weapon Skill attached.
This skill is calledEndureand allows your Tarnished to adopt a strong defensive stance. This stance increases poise and reduces the damage of incoming attacks. As such it is best used with an accompanying shield.
The Giant-Crushercan be infusedwith Ashes of War if you would rather have a different Weapon Skill, more suited to a two-handed build. For this, we would recommend something like theLion’s ClawAshes of War, which allows players to slam enemies to the ground and stun them without being parried.
The Giant-Crusher remains one of the best strength-scaling weapons in Elden Ring post patches and is capable of an impressive damage output. However, it will require a steep starting requirement in Strength to wield properly.
How to get the Giant-Crusher
You can pick up the Giant-Crusher around the mid-way mark of Elden Ring within theLeyndell, Royal Capital region. Specifically, the weapon is within a chest at the back of a carriagesouth of the Outer Wall Phantom TreeSite of Grace. Look for anUlcerated Tree Spiritwho will be guarding the area.
Prelate’s Inferno Crozier
Prelate’s Charge is one of the strongest Ashes of War in Elden Ring. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
ThePrelate’s Inferno Crozieris another Colossal Weapon in Elden Ring, capable of high damage to multiple enemies at once. Although youcan infuse itwith a different Ashes of War, thePrelate’s ChargeWeapon Skill is where the weapon comes into its own.
This skill is essentially a large slam attack and then a charge which you can use to damage a row of enemies. This is all whilst flames engulf the weapon and deal additional damage.
The charge will continue until all FP is consumed, so we recommend pooling some points into your Mindstatas well as Strength. You can also apply aTalismanto buff your FP pool. The Cerulean Amber Medallions are a good candidate for this.
How to get the Prelate’s Inferno Crozier
To obtain the Prelate’s Inferno Crozier for yourself, you’ll need to advance a fair way into the main game. Specifically, you mustdefeat the Fire Prelate inside Fort Laiedd, near the Seethewater Terminus Site of Grace.
Brick Hammer
You can infuse the Brick Hammer with Ashes of War and swap out the Weapon Skill to your liking. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
TheBrick Hammeris classified as a Great Hammer and has an impressive Strength scaling attribute. Additionally, it can be found relatively early and won’t require too much graft to get the Strength level required to wield it properly.
The Brick Hammercan be infusedwith Ashes of War, but comes already equipped with theBarbaric Roarskill. This skill increases your already high damage output and allows you to chain attacks together to emit a barrage of blows.
This skill was further buffed with the1.07 patch, extending the skill duration and reducing the recovery time after executing the skill. As such, it’s a solid option for any early Strength builds but continues to be a top contender once upgraded withSmithing Stones.
How to get the Brick Hammer
You can pick up the Brick Hammer fromStormveil Castlein Limgrave. It can be found on a corpse hanging on top of a ledge within the Wine Cellar. Access the ladder to this area with the Rusty Key, found within theBanishedKnight room.
Grafted Blade Greatsword
You’ll need to collect this sword if you wish to get the ‘Legendary Armaments’ achievement in Elden Ring. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
As another Colossal-type weapon, this greatsword looks like something right out ofGame of Thronesand definitely earns points on the cool factor. TheGrafted Blade Greatswordis one of the 9Legendary Armamentsin Elden Ring, meaning itcannot be infusedwith Ashes of War to change its associated Weapon Skill.
Thanks to patch 1.07 the previous skill duration of 30 was doubled, making it a long-lasting option for anyone wanting to try out a Strength build before the Shadow of the Erdtree release.
How to get the Grafted Blade Greatsword
To get the Grafted Blade Greatsword, you mustdefeatLeonine Misbegotten, the boss of Castle Morne located within the Weeping Peninsula, south of Limgrave.
Starscourge Greatsword
TheStarscourge Greatswordis a Paired Weapon, very rare considering it is also a Colossal sword and Paired Weapons are usually Claws or Fist variants. This essentially means that when you equip the Starscourge Greatsword with two hands, a duplicate of the sword will appear in each hand and you’ll be able to dual-wield attacks.
The Starscourge Greatsword can additionally deal 30% more damage to gravity-type enemies, which means it’s a great option during the boss fight againstAstel, or against enemies like theFallingstar Beast, Onyx Lords and Alabaster Lords.
Generally speaking, the Starscourge Greatsword is perfect for players looking for a Strength build but still wanting to experiment with magic. Although itcannot be infusedwith Ashes of War, it comes with theStarcaller CryWeapon Skill which is vastly effective for pulling enemies towards you and delivering a huge slam attack with AOE damage. This skill cannot be parried and is particularly effective at delivering stance damage, so is best used against guarded enemies.
How to get the Starscourge Greatsword
Once you have defeated Starscourge Radahn, collect the Remembrance of the Starscourge and trade it with Enia at theRoundtable Holdfor the greatsword.
Axe of Godrick
The Axe of Godrick requires both Strength and Dexterity stats to effectively wield. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/FromSoftware
TheAxe of Godrickhas solid damage output and an effective Weapon Skill but some may be put off the weapon due to the high stat requirement for both Strength andDexterity. For this reason, it’s best suited for those looking to optimise a Quality Build with divided points into both stats.
While there is some debate on the effectiveness of Quality Builds and the drawbacks to essentially ignoring magic (which is much more prevalent in Elden Ring than other From Software games), Quality Builds can often allow players more freedom when choosing between weapons.
The Axe of Godrickcannot be infusedwith Ashes of War but instead, comes with theI Command Thee, Kneel!Weapon Skill. This skill delivers three consecutive smash attacks that send an AOE shockwave around the player. It’s most effective against crowds of enemies, cannot be parried and also deals 19 stance damage.
How to get the Axe of Godrick
The Axe of Godrick can be traded for the Remembrance of the Grafted with Enia at the Roundtable Hold afterdefeatingGodrick the Graftedat Stormveil Castle in Limgrave.
That rounds off our guide to the best Strength weapons in Elden Ring. For more Elden Ringtips and tricks, check out ourbest armorguide,best buildsandbest blunt weaponsguides.
