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How to get the Great Katana in Elden Ring Shadow of the ErdtreeHere’s how to find the Great Katana at the start of Shadow of the Erdtree
Here’s how to find the Great Katana at the start of Shadow of the Erdtree
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco
Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco
Looking for the Great Katana in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree?From the moment you step out into the Shadow Realm ofElden Ring’s massive new expansion, you’ll be confronted with a host of new foes who will put your tried and true weapons to the test. Luckily, there are several usefulnew weaponsavailable at the onset ofShadow Of The Erdtree, and one of these is the Great Katana, a hidden sword well worth hunting down for all melee blade users.
It’s fairly easy to pick up this giant blade immediately after entering the Shadow Realm, though you’d best be careful not to annoy the mighty foe who guards it. Read on, and we’ll tell you exactly how to get the Great Katana in the Elden Ring DLC.
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How to get the Great Katana in Elden Ring Shadow Of The Erdtree
Technically, it’s just a trek northward from where you start the DLC. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco
This is the corpse you’re looking for. Take care not to walk right into the giant Ghostflame Dragon neighbour. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco
Great Katana description and stats
The Great Katana represents a new weapon type that’s a step above regular Katanas. This is a high quality, extremely long blade that your Tarnished will rest against their shoulder, in the classical image of a samurai about to go into battle. Despite the name, the Great Katana isn’t as obscenely long as the Nagakiba, arguably one of thebest Katanasin Elden Ring’s base game, but it boasts excellent Physical attack power and a great range for inflicting overhead slashes and pierces.
Like normal Katanas, the Great Katana is a solid weapon for targeting multiple enemies in close proximity at once. If you were a Katana user in Elden Ring’s base game and ended up relying on the likes of the Hand ofMalenia, the Great Katana is a fine alternate weapon to switch to as you start to tackle the tougher challenges that Shadow of the Erdtree throws at you. Try testing the Great Katana out with a newbleed buildfor maximum damage output.
Try your new Great Katana on these wandering shadows, who make for excellent blade fodder. |Image credit:Rock Paper Shotgun/Bandai Namco
Great Katana stats:
That’s a wrap on picking up the Great Katana in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree. For a look at top gear in Elden Ring’s base game, check out our guide to the24 best weapons in Elden Ring and how to get them. We’ve also got tips on how tostart Shadow Of The Erdtree, so you can dive right into the Shadow Realm and start collecting new weapons of war as quickly as possible. Alternatively, if you need help with any of the DLC’s quests, check out our guides on theThiollier,Ymir,LedaandMoorequestlines.
