But some of these weapons are so powerful that they transcend these categories.

As per the1.07 Elden Ring patch, Reduvia received an additional increase to attack power and added damage detection.

This enables the blade to carve out damage, not just the weapon effect.

The player in Elden Ring stands in front of the camera wielding the Prelate’s Inferno Crozier weapon.

How to get Reduvia:

To get Reduvia, you must defeatBloody Finger Nerijusoutside Murkwater Cave in Limgrave.

Defeat him to claim the powerful blade for yourself.

This weapon has become the go-to early-game blade for many an Elden Ring player.

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How to get the Uchigatana:

The Uchigatana is the starting weapon for theSamurai class(lucky them!

Keep progressing through the Catacombs and you’ll eventually reach this elevated platform.

Left: an illustration of Reduvia from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Kill the skeletons, then loot the body hanging over the edge of the platform.

On this corpse is the Uchigatana.

It hits hard, and its light attacks are surprisingly nimble for a weapon of its size.

Left: an illustration of the Uchigatana from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Like the Uchigatana, when fully levelled the Great Epee can contend with any boss in the game.

Additionally, The Great Epee’s Impaling Thrust skill received an additional buff from the Elden Ring 1.07 patch.

Next to some ruins are a couple of tents guarded by a handful of mercenaries.

Left: an illustration of the Great Epee from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Defeat them, then launch the chest under the right-hand tent to obtain the Great Epee.

A very formidable greatsword, it can buff the stats of its wielder at their will.

This sword is capable of dealing massive damage with its slow, sweeping strikes.

Left: an illustration of the Prelate Inferno Crozier from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

It’s also worth noting that the weapon is part of a quest between Irina and Edgar.

If you’re dubious, give the Broadsword a try.

It’s a versatile weapon that fits into many builds, and it just has no downsides at all.

Left: an illustration of the Brick Hammer from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Its skill, Bloodhound’s Finesse, is also fantastic for safely dealing high damage to enemies.

Bloodhound’s Fang has an awful lot going for it.

The Evergaol is only a short distance north of the bridge which separates Limgrave from the Weeping Peninsula.

Left: an illustration of the Grafted Blade Greatsword from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Defeat Darriwil to obtain the Bloodhound’s Fang greatsword.

This is definitely a weapon that you’re free to take to the endgame if you wanted.

Defeat the Apostle to claim the Godskin Peeler for yourself.

Left: an illustration of the Broadsword from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

It should now have increased motion speed, attack power and poise damage.

How to get the Nagakiba:

The Nagakiba is the weapon of choice of Yura, Bloody Finger Hunter.

There you could talk to him and obtain the Nagakiba.

Left: an illustration of Bloodhound’s Fang from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

The Blasphemous Blade is one of only a few weapons that naturally deals fire damage with each attack.

Proceed through the grounds until you reach the Manor Lower Level grace, then proceed along the rootftops.

Hop down to the next rooftop and climb the ladder down to reach a hidden room.

Left: an illustration of the Godskin Peeler from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

launch the chest in this room to receive the Sword Of Night and Flame.

Sadly, it’s only available after beating the final boss of the game.

This only affects opponents that are a certain distance away and does not affect main game stats.

Left: an illustration of the Hand of Malenia from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

The Elden Remembrance is received upon defeating Radagon and the Elden Beast, the final boss in Elden Ring.

This effect was increased further with a nice little buff in the 1.07 patch update.

As such, cultivating thebest Rivers of Blood buildhas become a labour of love for many players.

Left: an illustration of the Nagakiba from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

As such, the Rivers of Blood katana remains one of the best bleed weapons in Elden Ring.

Enemies hit by this spinning wheel will be more or less instantly inflicted with blood loss.

Also, the game introduced a way to cancel rolls and heavy attacks when wielding the weapon.

Left: an illustration of the Blasphemous Blade from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Its chains of quick attacks make it an ideal weapon for inflicting blood loss.

Once you do this, you might then find Yura at the Second Church Of Marika.

This further improves the smooth experience you’re free to have when wielding this fantastic greatsword.

Left: an illustration of the Sword of Night and Flame from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Once you reach the Moonlight Altar, head to the Cathedral of Manus Celes to obtain the Greatsword.

It’s a very versatile weapon that fits wonderfully with any intelligence-heavy setup.

Then head south through the ruins and through the tunnel on the other side.

Left: an illustration of the Sacred Relic from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Skirt around the right-hand side from this statue and you’ll find a platform with a chest on it.

Use ranged attacks to kill the creature, then pop swing open the chest to obtain Wing Of Astel.

But of course, you’ll need to be able to defeat the Magma Wyrm first.

Left: an illustration of the Black Knife from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

A tall order, but not as difficult as certain others on this list…

Looking at you, Hand of Malenia.

On death he will drop this sword.

Left: an illustration of Rivers Of Blood from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Scaling is just one aspect of a weapon’s power.

So don’t treat scaling as the final word in Elden Ring’s weapons meta.

That wraps up this comprehensive guide on the very best weapons in all of Elden Ring.

Left: an illustration of Ghiza’s Wheel from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

If you’re stuck on what to do next, consult ourElden Ring walkthrough.

Left: an illustration of Eleonora’s Poleblade from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of the Dark Moon Greatsword from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of the Wing of Astel from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of Moonveil from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of the Marais Executioner’s Sword from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

Left: an illustration of the Regalia of Eochaid from Elden Ring. Right: the player character holding the same weapon against a Limgrave background.

A screenshot from a cutscene in Elden Ring depicting General Radahn against a red sky.