Video summary
The video is a guide to the top five new high-damage Arcane weapons in the “Shadow of the Erdtree” DLC for Elden Ring. It discusses the performance of Arcane weapons since the DLC’s launch, noting that despite some lacking output, there are still viable and unique options. The video emphasizes the importance of testing and ranking weapons, acknowledging the early days of the DLC and the potential for changes in weapon effectiveness.
Highlights:
- 00:003 Introduction to Arcane Weapons
- Overview of Arcane weapons’ performance in the DLC
- Mention of new, viable options despite some lacking output
- Importance of testing and ranking in the early days of the DLC
- A unique weapon that boosts attack rating (AR) when poison procs nearby
- Can be used in the off-hand for its passive perks
- Effective for procing poison with its deadly poison buildup
- 01:585 Fourth Place: Obsidian Lamina
- A Scythe with Arcane scaling and a unique Ash of War
- Offers freedom of movement and strong combo potential
- Enhanced by the ansback outfit, which boosts Dynasty style attacks
- 04:096 Third Place: Flowerstone Gavel
- A hammer with a mix of strength and Arcane scaling
- Features a lightning-based Ash of War that debuffs enemies for increased lightning damage
- Despite its confusing design, the Ash of War’s output is impressive
- 06:127 Second Place: Maternal Staff
- Part of a meta build centered around the impenetrable Thorns spell
- Enhances finger sorceries and scales up status buildup with Arcane scaling
- Relevant for procing bleeds faster in the current meta
- 07:208 First Place: Blood Fiend’s Arm
- A colossal weapon with Arcane scaling strength
- Focuses on landing fully charged heavy attacks for high damage
- Offers bleed buildup and can be enhanced with various items for even higher damage output
