This is a list of the best DLC Strength weapons in the Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree. Read on for the top DLC Strength weapons and learn how to get the best DLC Strength weapons.
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Best DLC Strength Weapons
Recommended DLC Strength Weapons
| Weapon | Evaluation |
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| Ancient Meteoric Ore GreatswordSTR: D DEX: E ARC: D | ・Premier Strength weapon with high STR (B) and ARC (B) scaling when maxed out. ・White Light Charge skill offers a gap closer. ・Can deal with multiple enemies with AoE attacks from weapon skill.How to Get: Can be obtained by interacting with the burning altar deep within the Ruined Forge of Starfall Past▼ More Details |
| Dragon-Hunter's Great KatanaSTR: D DEX: D | ・Split scaling of STR (C) and DEX (C) for Quality builds. ・Easy to use with ranged attack option from its weapon skill Dragonwound Slash. ・Applies Bleed status effect. How to Get: Defeat Ancient Dragon-Man at Dragon's Pit. ▼ More Details |
| Devonia's HammerSTR: C DEX: E FAI: D | ・Ideal for Strength and Faith builds with its STR (B) and FAI (C) scaling when maxed out. ・Its weapon skill Devonia's Vortex deals massive damage when fully-charged. ・Obtained along with the Crucible Hammer-Helm and has good synergy with it. How to Get: Defeat the Crucible Knight wielding this weapon northwest of the Rauh Ancient Ruins, East Site of Grace. ▼ More Details |
| Smithscript GreathammerSTR: C DEX: E INT: E FAI: D | ・Has STR (A) scaling when maxed out at Heavy infusion ・Adaptable and versatile with its ranged attacks. ・Ashes of War compatible. ・Has synergy with multiple talismans like the Smithing Talisman to enhance throwing attacks and Two-Handed Sword Talisman for a straight damage increase. How to Get: Defeat the Crucible Knight wielding this weapon northwest of the Rauh Ancient Ruins, East Site of Grace. ▼ More Details |
Best DLC Weapons
Ancient Meteoric Ore Greatsword
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| 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
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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.
Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana
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| 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
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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
Devonia's Hammer
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| Devonia's Hammer Weapon Skill: Devonia's Vortex | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: C | Dex: E | Int: - | Fai: D | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 30 | Dex: 13 | Int: 0 | Fai: 19 | Arc: 0 |
Acquired by Defeating the Crucible Knight in Rauh Ancient Ruins
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Devonia's Hammer is acquired by defeating the Crucible Knight found on top of a hill northwest of the Rauh Ancient Ruins, East Site of Grace.
Smithscript Greathammer
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| Smithscript Greathammer Weapon Skill: Endure | ||||
| Weapon Scaling | ||||
| Str: D | Dex: E | Int: E | Fai: E | Arc: - |
| Stat Requirements | ||||
| Str: 20 | Dex: 10 | Int: 11 | Fai: 11 | Arc: 0 |
Obtained in Taylew's Ruined Forge
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The Smithscript Greathammer 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 hop on the ledge opposite of where you came from. The Smithscript Greathammer is just down the hall to the left.
Honorable Mentions for Strength Weapons
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| Gazing Finger | Horned Warrior's Greatsword | Greatsword of Radahn (Light) |
The Gazing Finger, Horned Warrior's Greatsword, and Greatsword of Radahn (Light) all feature massive AoE attacks on their unique weapon skill, making them ideal for dealing with multiple enemies.
How to Access DLC Strength Weapons
Requires Shadow of Erdtree DLC
You can access all the DLC unique weapons in the Land of Shadow by interacting with Miquella's Egg at the Cocoon of the Empyrean Site of Grace in Mohgwyn Palace after defeating both Starscourge Radahn and Mohg, Lord of Blood.
Note that you would have to purchase and install the Shadow of Erdtree DLC to be able to reach the Land of Shadows.
Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Guide
Elden Ring Related Guides
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Weapon Guides
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| DLC Weapons | Best DLC Weapons |
| DLC Bleed Weapons | DLC Unique Weapons |
List of Weapons by Stat Scaling
| Strength | Dexterity | Intelligence | |||
| Faith | Arcane | ||||
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
| Melee Weapons | |
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| Axes | Claws |
| Colossal Swords | Colossal Weapons |
| Curved Greatswords | Curved Swords |
| Daggers | Fists |
| Flails | Greataxes |
| Greatswords | Great Hammers |
| Great Spears | Halberds |
| Hammers | Heavy Thrusting Swords |
| Katanas | Reapers |
| Spears | Straight Swords |
| Thrusting Swords | Torches |
| Twinblades | Whips |
| Spellcasting Weapons | |
| Glintstone Staves | Sacred Seals |
| Ranged Weapons | |
| Light Bows | Bows |
| Greatbows | Crossbows |
| Ballista | |
| Shields | |
| Small Shields | Medium Shields |
| Greatshields | |
| DLC Weapons | |
| Backhand Blades | Beast Claws |
| Great Katanas | Hand-to-Hand Weapons |
| Light Greatswords | Perfume Bottles |
| Throwing Blades | Thrusting Shields |
