I think the biggest mistake you may do when use a big ass weapon - not specing into stamina at least in some way. Hit a boss once or twice and back up recharging all your stamina is totally not a good idea in this game, especially considering that DLC bosses constantly charge at you and don't give you time at all.
Nightmare from Soul Calibur brings back a ton of memories. Played the first 5 or so Soul Calibur games. I think Soul Calibur 4 was the last one I played. As soon as I saw this sword I thought of you, I knew you would love it since you really dig Arcane Builds. It's a really cool sword.
I am enjoying the focus on charged attacks. For a note, as I've just tested it this instant, Axe and Two Handed Sword talisman do stack on fully charged heavies. My character was initially a LIT/DEX build so I didn't get the magic scorpion to test that. So my build when using the sword has been Shard of Alexander, Axe, Carian Filigree, and Two Handed Sword. I'll tend to swap out Axe and Carian depending on circumstances. Usually replace them with something like the Dragoncrest Greatshield or w/e blocks the most damage for the enemy and the Blade of Mercy if their poise is easily broken. I also tend to use the Stonebarb and Spiked crystal tears for better poise breaking and even harder hitting charged hits. If you use summon spirits and they distract the boss enough, this weapon is disgusting!
I did the same thing, and you definitely should. There are also now a couple dragon communion spells that require purely arcane so you can use them without the standard 25 or higher faith
When you max out strength (80 strength softcap) should you put the rest into leveling arc or put the rest into mind or endurance? Keep in mind I’m about lvl 220 or so
@@smitty215able So if its lighting damage. (Real question here) Then why does it say magic damage? Wouldn't that mean its boosted by things that increase magic Damage?
@@pastorgainzgames correct, I haven't done any serious testing with it but my understanding is that it's boosted by things that boost magic (not lightning) but deals damage as lightning when calculating damage reduction from the enemies
I think the biggest mistake you may do when use a big ass weapon - not specing into stamina at least in some way. Hit a boss once or twice and back up recharging all your stamina is totally not a good idea in this game, especially considering that DLC bosses constantly charge at you and don't give you time at all.
That’s fair I didn’t have too much of an issue but more endurance doesn’t hurt!
Nightmare from Soul Calibur brings back a ton of memories. Played the first 5 or so Soul Calibur games. I think Soul Calibur 4 was the last one I played. As soon as I saw this sword I thought of you, I knew you would love it since you really dig Arcane Builds. It's a really cool sword.
DUDE yes he was my soul Cailibur 2 main :)
I am enjoying the focus on charged attacks. For a note, as I've just tested it this instant, Axe and Two Handed Sword talisman do stack on fully charged heavies. My character was initially a LIT/DEX build so I didn't get the magic scorpion to test that. So my build when using the sword has been Shard of Alexander, Axe, Carian Filigree, and Two Handed Sword.
I'll tend to swap out Axe and Carian depending on circumstances. Usually replace them with something like the Dragoncrest Greatshield or w/e blocks the most damage for the enemy and the Blade of Mercy if their poise is easily broken.
I also tend to use the Stonebarb and Spiked crystal tears for better poise breaking and even harder hitting charged hits. If you use summon spirits and they distract the boss enough, this weapon is disgusting!
Dooooood that sounds sick!!
I just found this today and didn’t know it went boom until now so you’re not alone.
Ha! Dude I am so glad I felt so dumb
Man using Nightmare from Soul Calibur just reminds me how they let the series die 😔
makes me sad dude
Love the soul calibur nightmare reference
I just respec'ed to arc/str for a bloodfiend's arm build. Maybe I should grab this giant sword too.
YEEEEEE do it
I did the same thing, and you definitely should. There are also now a couple dragon communion spells that require purely arcane so you can use them without the standard 25 or higher faith
Looking forward to trying this out once I played the DLC. Listened to this video a podcast to avoid the spoilers.
Dude it’s a solid time
I went into that area with the forge, thought it was pointless so i best head back and get that weapon
Gotta roll back in there dude
This has carried me theough the dlc but struggles against the final boss
Everything struggles vs final boss lol
yeah dude its a dope wep
I use this weapon on a guard counter build... idk if it's optimal but it's really fun xD
I bet man its a solid wep
@@pastorgainzgames so... not really a good idea or decently wovem together? How're we taking this metaphor here? XD
Try the two handed talisman over axe talisman
I actually just found it FINALLY and can confirm it’s a solid addition however in my testing I don’t think it effects charged R2’s? Unless I’m wrong 🫡
Omfg it’s the Soul Edge…I musts haves it
DUDE THATS WHAT I THOUGHT
I'm gonna start a new elden ring playthrough later tonight but I'm not really sure what build to go for! Im currently some type of strength build
Strength has been kind to me in beating bosses so far so you should be good
Can you make a build covering one of smithscript weapons
Yes 100% just gotta get the footage
When you max out strength (80 strength softcap) should you put the rest into leveling arc or put the rest into mind or endurance? Keep in mind I’m about lvl 220 or so
Acr is really just for the ability to wield the weapon, I would put it into endurance
@@pastorgainzgames alright thanks man
You can stop boosting strength at 66. It gets multiplied by 1.5 when 2 handing so you will effectively have 99 strength
@@smitty215able I suppose that’s fair 🫡
What about a level 226 build? That’s what I am where should I dump the rest of my points
Vigor, max out vigor for the DLC then put the rest into strength and endurance
u know u can press again the ash button to do an electric attack right?
Yes I say that in the video
Dlc spotlights let's gooo!!!
Yessir! we out here man
the only issue with this build is your FP, otherwise really good
Yeah it can be a rough aspect of it, you could take some strength out and put it into mind :)
Can we put more points into strength over arcane?
Arcane is mostly there for the stat requirements, and it scales best with strength at a solid B. Yes, go for strength.
Yes u should !
Can I dual wield with another colossal weapon or shield or would it break the build?
I can if you have enough levels :)
Pretty sure L2 to R1 is a true combo
I think ur right
@pastorgainzgames actually nope. Looks like people can roll out of it. But good for aggressive/large enemies or players
@@thereegstah nice ok dope
Nearly any regular attack into l2 is a rollcatch. A few others you need to delay the l2 a bit
scales with arcane but has a magic stat .... gg miyazaki
Well played
It is a kind of strange weapon in terms of attributes/scaling. It's a magic/str weapon but it scales with arc/str instead
Yeah its odd but it mostly scales with strength. Arc is just so you can wield it I believe
The "magic" damage is lightning damage, and scales off arcane
@@smitty215able So if its lighting damage. (Real question here) Then why does it say magic damage? Wouldn't that mean its boosted by things that increase magic Damage?
@@pastorgainzgames correct, I haven't done any serious testing with it but my understanding is that it's boosted by things that boost magic (not lightning) but deals damage as lightning when calculating damage reduction from the enemies
Hi im new to elden ring what class are you please?
Classes don’t really matter. Just use whatever class with the states you think is best 👍
I was the hero class but you can mold the classes into whatever you wish
The ash of war is literally STINGER from Devil May Cry. How has no one said this already? 😧
LOL that is where I have seen it
Maybe read item description next time🤣🤣🤣
back up man lol
…..no🥰🥰
spoilers ahead
100%
Where i can find this weapon?
Watch the video
It is in the video my friend
Yo I may be dumb but I got the anvil hammer
@@oneshot43384 that’s a different place, similar but different … unless I made a mistake which is also possible 🫡
Oh no my mistake it was a different place ty
Can you give me the discord link?
It’s in the video description