Best Weapons in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC
Uncover the best weapons in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Our guide explores early, mid, and late-game weapons, their locations, and scaling.
Elden Ring’s highly anticipated Shadow of the Erdtree DLC has finally arrived, bringing with it various new weapons for players to discover and master. This expansion adds a fresh layer of excitement to the already captivating world of Elden Ring.
Best Weapons in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
Curse Blade Cirque
| Curse Blade Cirque |  |
| Attack | Phy 108 Mag 0 Fire 0 Light 0 Holy 0 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 55 Mag 39 Fire 39 Light 39 Holy 39 Boost 45 |
| Scaling | Str E Dex C |
| Passive | 45 Hemorrhage |
The Curse Blade Cirque is a unique backhand blade. This weapon scales primarily with dexterity and strength and boasts a special skill called Deadly Dance.
Note: Check out our detailed guide on how to get Curseblade Cirque in Elden Ring.
Greatsword of Solitude
| Greatsword of Solitude |  |
| Attack | Phy 120 Mag 0 Fire 0 Light 0 Holy 0 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 89 Mag 40 Fire 40 Light 40 Holy 40 Boost 54 |
| Scaling | Str B Dex E |
| Passive | – |
Strength-based players will find the Greatsword of Solitude to be an excellent choice. With its B scaling in strength, even when unupgraded, this weapon packs a punch. It comes with a unique skill called Solitary Moon Slash.
Black Steel Greathammer
| Black Steel Greathammer |  |
| Attack | Phy 140 Mag 0 Fire 0 Light 0 Holy 42 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 72 Mag 38 Fire 38 Light 38 Holy 45 Boost 47 |
| Scaling | Str C Dex E Fai D |
| Passive | – |
The Black Steel Great Hammer is a formidable weapon. It scales with dex, strength, and faith, making it an ideal choice for faith-based builds. Players can obtain this weapon as a guaranteed drop from a specific Knight at a church east of the first Grace in the DLC.
Spirit Sword
| Spirit Sword |  |
| Attack | Phy 92 Mag 59 Fire 0 Light 0 Holy 0 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 38 Mag 38 Fire 26 Light 26 Holy 26 Boost 19 |
| Scaling | Str E Dex D Int D |
| Passive | – |
For players seeking a weapon that combines melee and magic, the Spirit Sword is an excellent option. This curved sword scales with dexterity, intellect, and strength, dealing both physical and magic damage. Its unique Ash of War, Rancor Slash, functions similarly to the Sword Dance skill but fires out homing ghost flame projectiles that apply Frost buildup to enemies.
Dancing Blade of Ranah
| Dancing Blade of Ranah |  |
| Attack | Phy 88 Mag 0 Fire 0 Light 0 Holy 0 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 37 Mag 28 Fire 29 Light 29 Holy 27 Boost |
| Scaling | Dex B |
| Passive | – |
The Dancing Blade of Ranah is a paired curved sword that offers good dexterity scaling. When wielded one-handed, its strong attack mimics the moveset of a two-handed curved sword, allowing players to use it effectively with a shield.
It features a unique Ash of War called Unending Dance, a relentless flurry of slashes.
Red Bear’s Claws
| Red Bear’s Claws |  |
| Attack | Phy 104 Mag 0 Fire 0 Ligt 0 Holy 0 Crit 100 |
| Guard | Phy 38 Mag 22 Fire 22 Ligt 22 Holy 22 Boost 22 |
| Scaling | Str C Dex E |
| Passive | 45 Hemorrhage |
The Red Bear’s Claws come with a unique Ash of War called Red Bear Hunt, a three-input combo. While executing the full combo can be challenging, it deals substantial damage when landed successfully. Players can acquire these claws by defeating a boss inside a mausoleum accessible via spirit springs in the Scat Alus region.
Note: Check out our guide on how to get Red Bear’s Claws in Elden Ring.
The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring introduces an array of powerful weapons that cater to various playstyles and builds. Whether players prefer swift dexterity-based weapons, mighty strength-focused armaments, or a blend of melee and magic, this expansion has something to offer.
