Top 5 Weapons from Shadow of The Erdtree to Crush Your Enemies in PvP!

Valiant Tarnished, still seeking the perfect weapon to conquer your foes in Elden Ring’s PvP Arena?

Worry not, for the new Shadow of The Erdtree DLC brings a plethora of excellent options, and I’ll share my top 5 picks that are sure to serve you well.

5 Best Weapons For PvP in Elden Ring: Shadow of The Erdtree

The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion for Elden Ring has raised immense thrill among its fans. As a part of this DLC, eight new weapon categories join the existing 32, making a grand total of 40 weapon categories. These additions promise new combat dynamics and strategic possibilities. 

Here’s a curated list of the five best weapons for PvP from Elden Ring’s new DLC: 1. The Greatsword of Damnation, 2. Sword of Night, 3. Backhand Blade, 4. Dragon Hunter’s Great Katana, and lastly, 5. Carian Thrusting Shield.

These excel in the intense PvP arena, where skill, speed, and high damage output are essential. While your weapon choice is crucial, it’s only half the battle – your skills and adaptability against the opponent will also make all the difference in securing victory.

Consider your options carefully, and may your blade find its mark! 

5. Carian Thrusting Shield

The Carian Thrusting Shield is a new addition to Elden Ring’s arsenal, introduced in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This shield excels with Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence builds, making it a great choice for players eager to try out the latest weapon type.

In PvP, it acts as a strong defense against enemy attacks while simultaneously dealing damage to the opponent, a dance of offense and defense that can turn the tide of battle.

To find the Carian Thrusting Shield, head to the Shadow Keep and proceed past the Storehouse Site of Grace. Enter the room with the Fire Knight and additional enemies, and locate the corpse under the table, where you’ll find the weapon waiting to be claimed.

Scaling

• Str D (17)
• Dex D (13)
• Int D (15)

4. Dragon Hunter’s Great Katana

The Dragon-Hunter’s Great Katana, introduced in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, is a powerful weapon that leverages Strength and Dexterity to deliver devastating blows and effectively inflicts Blood Loss.

For PvP, the weapon’s skill is powerful on its own, dealing significant damage. With high strength or dexterity, the skill can deal over 1,800 damage when fully charged and over 1,100 damage uncharged. And the added bonus of the hemorrhage effect ensures that your foes will crumble before you!

The Dragon-Hunter’s Great Katana can be obtained by defeating the Ancient Dragon-Man in the Dragon’s Pit.

Scaling

• Str D (15)
• Dex D (20)

3. Backhand Blade

The Backhand Blade, a fresh addition to Elden Ring’s armory in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, is a weapon tailor-made for agile players who rely on Dexterity. With its impressive S-scaling in Dexterity at a maximum upgrade, it rewards swift and nimble playstyles, making it a powerful tool in the hands of those strong enough to wield it!

The Backhand Blade’s combat style is characterized by swift, spinning slashes, and piercing thrusts, allowing for rapid and relentless attacks in PvP, denying your opponent a moment’s respite or opportunity to counterattack.

The Backhand Blade can be discovered in the Gravesite Plain, nestled beside a coffin, in the area patrolled by Inquisitor enemies, just a short distance from the first Site of Grace.

Scaling

• Str D (10)
• Dex D (13)

2. Sword of Night

The Sword of Night, a newly introduced Katana in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring, is also a Dexterity-scaling weapon designed for swift and deadly combat, perfectly suited for DEX-focused builds.

The Sword of Night excels in PvP due to its Ash of War, Witching Hour Slash, which ignores blocks and deals massive consecutive hits. With talismans like Shard of Alexander and others, this skill’s damage output is significantly boosted. Its blood loss build-up can be further amplified by the White Mask.

To obtain the Sword of Night, head to the Cathedral of Manus Metyr after completing the Finger questline for Count Ymir. There, you’ll find Jolan in a state of despair. Offer her an Iris of Occultation, and she’ll reward you with the Sword of Night.

Scaling

• Str – (11)
• Dex C (20)

1. Greatsword of Damnation

The Greatsword of Damnation, a new addition to Elden Ring’s arsenal in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, excels as a Faith-oriented weapon, harnessing the power of Strength, Dexterity, and Faith to deliver devastating blows.

The Greatsword of Damnation excels in PvP with its Golden Crux Ash of War, dealing massive damage and trapping opponents. Combine it with defensive talismans (Crimson Amber Medallion +3 and Two-Headed Turtle Talisman) and offensive boosts (Golden Vow and Multilayered Ring of Light Incantation) for a powerful build.

To acquire the Greatsword of Damnation, head to Midra’s Manse and defeat Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame. Taking his Remembrance to Enia at the Roundtable Hold will grant you this weapon.

Scaling

• Str D (20)
• Dex E (15)
• Fai D (20)

Tarnished, you must remember that this list is meant to aid your decision-making. Keep in mind that each weapon has its unique advantages and disadvantages, carefully designed to create a balanced experience.

Feel free to experiment with various weapons and build sets until you find the one that suits your playstyle best.

May victory be your constant companion!

About Elden Ring

Elden Ring is a major title released by FromSoftware in 2022, the developers of Demon’s Souls, Bloodborne, and the Dark Souls franchise. Set in the ‘Lands Between’,  players are on a quest to repair the Elden Ring and become the new Elden Lord.

Shadow of the Erdtree is a full-fledged expansion for Elden Ring added in June 2024. It is a whole new map with new Weapons, Sorceries, Ashes, and Craftables. It is a challenging DLC and as players continue to explore the map, they find surprises and easter eggs left by the developers every day.