With the release of the new Elden Ring DLC Shadow of the Erdtree, we got to experience new types of weapons, that truly change the regime of the overall highest-damage weapons to date in Elden Ring. Welcome back to another Elden Ring DLC Game Guide from GamersandGeek! Today, we dive deep into the “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC for Elden Ring and rank the top 15 weapons that pack the highest punch, or in other words, “Elden Ring DLC Highest Damage Weapons“. This includes both original game weapons and new additions from the DLC. Let’s embark on this thrilling journey through the Lands Between and discover the ultimate tools of destruction!
15. Sword of Night and Flame
The Sword of Night and Flame remains unchanged in Patch 12.3, and it continues to be a potent DPS tool at medium to close range. You have the choice of using the Ash of War stance for a magical laser beam (light attack) or a fiery wide-reaching attack (heavy attack).
While it has poise issues and requires careful timing, its range, and brutal DPS make it ideal for punishing enemies at medium range.
Key Points:
- Light Attack: Laser beam for magic damage.
- Heavy Attack: Fire attack with AoE.
- Strengths: High DPS, knockdown potential.
- Weaknesses: Poise issues, require careful timing.
14. Colossal Sword: Greatsword
The Greatsword is a king among strength weapons, boasting impressive reach, damage, and stagger potential. It may not have the highest AR, but its versatility makes it a top pick.
You can use various Ashes of War like Lion’s Call and Giant’s Hunt to enhance its effectiveness. Despite not having the highest DPS, its reliability and strength make it a formidable weapon.
Definitely one of the Best Elden Ring DLC Strength Weapons you can get in Shadows of the Erdtree.
Key Points:
- Versatility: Multiple Ashes of War options.
- Strengths: Reach, damage, stagger potential.
- Weaknesses: Not the highest DPS.
13. Falx (DLC Weapon)
The Falx is a new DLC weapon that excels due to its unique Ash of War. This curved sword allows for a massive DPS potential with a combo of quick successive hits that can bleed enemies effectively, and this definitely makes it one of the best damage Elden Ring DLC weapons.
While it leaves you exposed during its long combo, mastering its timing can lead to incredible damage output. Falx is specifically great for Dexterity Bleed Build in Elden Ring DLC because of the stats and agile attacks.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Double-hit dash followed by a heavy combo.
- Strengths: High successive hit damage, bleed potential.
- Weaknesses: Leaves you exposed, and requires good timing.
12. Nagakiba
The Nagakiba is the ultimate variety dex weapon, offering a range of effective builds. The strongest build utilizes blood flame blade buffing and bleed. With an incredible moveset and many viable Ashes of War, the Nagakiba remains a top-tier dex weapon.
Key Points:
- Versatility: Many Ashes of War options.
- Strengths: Long katana, great moveset, bleed potential.
- Weaknesses: None significant.
11. Bolt of Gransax
The Bolt of Gransax is a classic spear that remains highly effective despite a nerf in Patch 12.3. Its Ash of War allows for lightning damage without incantations, making it a powerful weapon in both PvE and PvP. Why do we have it on our list then? While its Ash of War damage was reduced, it still packs a punch, making its way as one of the best damage weapons in Elden Ring DLC.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Lightning bolt attack.
- Strengths: Effective at range, high damage.
- Weaknesses: Ash of War damage nerfed.
10. Backhand Blades (DLC Weapon)
The Backhand Blades, specifically with the Blindspot Ash of War, are an excellent dex weapon. They offer great gap-closing capabilities and evasion through iframes, making them effective for counterattacks and successive hits.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Blindspot evasion and thrust attack.
- Strengths: Great for gap closing, high counterattack damage.
- Weaknesses: Base weapon DPS is lower.
9. Star Fists
Unchanged in Patch 12.3, the Star Fists combined with the Krag Blade Ash of War make you a staggering machine. The charged heavy attacks are incredibly fast and effective, leading to quick poise breaks and critical hits. While this method can be boring, its effectiveness cannot be denied.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Krag Blade for increased damage and poise.
- Strengths: Fast charged heavy attacks, high stagger potential.
- Weaknesses: Simplistic playstyle.
8. Mogwyn’s Sacred Spear
Mogwyn’s Sacred Spear remains a powerful weapon despite the nerf to its Ash of War in Patch 12.3. The Blood Boon Ritual still deals massive AoE damage and bleed buildup. While the nerf reduces its status buildup, it remains an incredibly potent weapon.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Blood Boon Ritual for high AoE damage and bleed.
- Strengths: High damage potential, bleed buildup.
- Weaknesses: Vulnerable during Ash of War.
7. Dark Moon Greatsword
The Dark Moon Greatsword is a versatile intelligence weapon that remains effective despite a nerf. Its heavy attack is better at breaking poise, but the ranged magic arc is less powerful. However, it still offers incredible utility for safe ranged punishes and open-world exploration.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Magic damage arc.
- Strengths: Versatile, good for ranged attacks.
- Weaknesses: Reduced effectiveness at range.
6. Claws of Night (DLC Weapon)
The Claws of Night are dex-scaling claws with great range and damage potential. Their Ash of War allows for successive bleed procs, making them highly effective in both close and medium-range combat. The standing light attack combo offers significant damage and bleed buildup.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Shotgun-style claw throw.
- Strengths: High bleed potential, effective at various ranges.
- Weaknesses: None significant.
5. Blood Fiend’s Arm (DLC Weapon)
Despite a nerf, the Blood Fiend’s Arm remains one of the best Elden Ring DLC weapons, and definitely one of the few with the highest damage. Its strength and arcane scaling provide immense damage and bleed buildup. Using Royal Knight’s Resolve and well-timed R2 attacks can quickly defeat bosses.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: None specific.
- Strengths: High damage, quick punishment potential.
- Weaknesses: None significant.
4. Death’s Poker
Death’s Poker is a frost fire weapon that remains unchanged in Patch 12.3. Its Ash of War spreads frost fire on the ground, dealing continuous damage and building up frost. This makes it one of the best weapons for DPS against bosses.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: Frost fire on the ground.
- Strengths: High DPS, frost buildup.
- Weaknesses: None significant.
3. Wing of Astel
We are into the top 3 Best Highest Damage Weapons in Elden Ring DLC now, so gear up. The Wing of Astel is a top pick for magic melee, offering incredible DPS and stagger potential. Its Ash of War can shred through enemies with ease. Power stance with another weapon and apply magic or cold affinity to maximize its potential.
Key Points:
- Ash of War: High DPS magic attack.
- Strengths: High stagger potential, versatile.
- Weaknesses: Slightly awkward hitbox.
2. Bandit’s Curved Sword / Scavenger’s Curved Sword
The Bandit’s Curved Sword and Scavenger’s Curved Sword offer incredible burst damage and build-up once you get going. While you can only get one Scavenger’s Curved Sword in a normal playthrough, the Bandit’s Curved Sword is farmable. Using a combination of both can lead to immense damage output.
Key Points:
- Burst Damage: High successive hit potential.
- Strengths: High burst damage, versatile.
- Weaknesses: Requires setup for maximum damage.
1. Blasphemous Blade
Finally, our top pick for the Elden Ring DLC Highest Damage Weapons is the Blasphemous Blade. This weapon is the ultimate powerhouse with its incredible damage output, life-steal abilities, and fantastic Ash of War, Taker’s Flames, which deals immense fire damage. Its versatility and sheer power make it the best weapon in Elden Ring’s DLC.
Key Points:
- Type: Greatsword
- Ash of War: Taker’s Flames
- Strengths: High damage, life-steal, fire damage
- Weaknesses: None significant
Conclusion
And there you have it, the top 15 highest damage weapons in Elden Ring, including the latest additions from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Equip these weapons, optimize your build, and get ready to dominate the Lands Between. Happy hunting, Tarnished!
