In this guide, we’ll break down the differences betweenSmithing StonesandSomber Smithing Stonesand cover where to find them.

Throughout this guide, we will mention many locations and NPCs that you may not have met.

Most weapons will cap at +25, which requires an Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone.

The Tarnished and Melina rest by a Grace in Elden Ring.

Special weapons andlegendary armamentsrequire Somber Smithing Stones, which we’ll cover later in this guide.

This meansyou can farm Smithing Stones in Elden Ring.

Since enemies that drop Smithing Stones can respawn, you might farm them if you know where to go.

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To farm Smithing Stone (6) and above, you’ll need to reach theConsecrated Snowfield.

Somber Smithing Stones function a little differently from the regular punch in.

Somber Smithing Stones range from tiers 1-9.

Elden Ring player standing with Smithing Master Iji

Special armaments cap at +10, which requires a Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone.

Since these are the best Smithing Stones in Elden Ring, they are incredibly limited and difficult to find.

This means you should be cautious about which weapons you choose to upgrade.

Elden Ring player standing with the twin maiden husks, surrounded by scattered piles of books

After upgrading your weapons, test them out on the nearest boss using ourElden Ring boss locations guide.

Elden Ring inventory screen displaying the Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone, which is an upgrade item you can use on weapons.

Elden Ring inventory screen displaying the Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone, which is an upgrade item you can use on special weapons.