8 Best Katanas For Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree

Katanas are a classic weapon in , and with the Great Katana weapon archetype introduced in, the weapon class looks more robust and powerful than ever. With how powerful Rivers of Blood was in the base game, it's no surprise that this trend continues with the new Katanas and Great Katanas introduced in the DLC. Whether two-handed or dual-wielding these lethal instruments, any Katana build will surely have you slicing your way to victory in no time.

With Great Katanas being introduced in, Katana-wielders can stagger enemies with powerful attacks while retaining the playstyle of regular Katanas. It's a best-of-both-worlds blend of heavy and light weapons that opens up many build and combo possibilities. Your very first Great Katana is introduced pretty early in the game and is a great way to learn how to wield this new weapon type.

Players making their way through Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree may be wondering if it is safe to accept the nectar offered to them by St. Trina.

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As you can tell by the name, the Dragon Hunter's Great Katana in does more damage against draconic enemies. It scales with STR and DEX and also deals blood loss, so it's a pretty okay weapon, but it quickly gets outpaced by the other Great Katanas in the DLC that can be seen in Arekkz Gaming's video on YouTube and even some of the Katanas. If you're hunting dragons with it, however, it truly shines.

The Dragon Hunter's Great Katana weapon skill must be used for any draconic enemy. It's a chargeable overhand swing that, upon being charged, fires a projectile of damage that also causes the victim to become more prone to bleed damage. Combined with talismans like Godfrey's Icon and the Shard of Alexander, this Great Katana becomes perfect for beating Bayle in .

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The Great Katana is the first of its archetype that you can unlock in It can be found next to the sleeping Ghostflame Dragon on the lake, west of the Abandoned Ailing