Instead slowly striking enemies, these weapons will quickly cut them into pieces.

Weapons in Elden Ring scalebased on different stats.

Because of that, many builds are structured around these stats.

Character screenshot from Elden Ring wielding the Bloodhound’s Fang sword

We took into consideration how difficult getting these weapons is to make the list as well.

In addition, this weapon adds buildup hemorrhage to the target.

Another positive aspect of this katana is that its pretty simple to get one.

Bloodhound’s Fang screenshot from Elden Ring with the text “Curved greatsword with a gently undulating blade wielded by Bloodhound Knights."

you’ve got the option to start the game with it bychoosing samuraias your initial class.

But, in case you havent, no need to worry.

Its possible to find one in theDeathtouched Catacombs.

Character screenshot from Elden Ring wielding the Godskin Peeler twinblade

It requires only 8 Strength and 17 Dexterity, scaling with these two stats.

Besides, you get a +8 version of it.

you’re gonna wanna first talk toSorcerer Rogierin an initial room in the castle.

Character screenshot from Elden Ring wielding the Rivers of Blood katana

After having defeated the boss, visit theRoundtable Holdand talk to Rogier again.

Choose the ‘Ive defeated Godrick’ dialogue option to receive the weapon.

What this curved greatsword might lack in terms of nimbleness, it has in raw power.

Besides the capacity to trigger the Bleed effect quicker, the Bloodhounds Fang has theBloodhounds Finesseskill.

With this ability, you not only cause good damage but reposition far from enemies.

To use it, you need at least 17 Strength and 22 Dexterity.

you’ve got the option to only acquire this weapon after you grab access to theAltus Plateau region.

In the northern part of this area, you could find a village where you meet theGodskin Apostle.

Defeat them and their weapon becomes yours.

In addition to the special move, its passive causes 50 Bleed per hit.

This weapon requires 12 Strength, 18 Dexterity, and 23 Intelligence.

For you to have this weapon, first you should probably face Gael’s Tunnels treachery corridors.

This is a twinblade that perfectly works if you areplanning a Bleed build.

Besides the passive which adds 55 of Bleed per hit, Eleonoras Poleblade has theBloodblade Danceskill.

By using it, you unleash a sequence of attacks that triggers blood loss pretty fast.

With a passive that builds up Bleed, this katana is another great option for the Bleed build.

TheCorpse Pierskill gives Rivers of Blood a higher range than your regular slash weapon.

Another positive aspect related to this weapon is that acquiring it is not difficult.

Enjoy your time in Elden Ring!

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