If you want to make a triumphant entry into the Kingdom of Shadows, in this guide we explain how to get one of the best weapons you can get in Shadow of the Erdtree, the expansion for Elden Ring.
Shadow of the Erdtree, the huge expansion for Elden Ring, is now available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC. From this moment, all players can access the Kingdom of Shadows, a gigantic location full of new features: weapons, spells, armor, objects… And of course bosses.
And as is usual in FromSoftware games, this DLC is also packed with new challenges that will test the skill (and patience) of all players, no matter how many hours you have accumulated in the Between Lands.
Luckily, we We have already explored the Kingdom of Shadows from beginning to end and we have found some of the best weapons that have come to Elden Ring through this DLC. If you want to start your adventure on the right foot, read on to discover how to get one of the best swords in the game right away.
How to get one of the best weapons in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree right away
Look, we know: you like to score points in the ‘strength’ stat. It happens to us too. Not only are there many weapons that require and scale with this attribute, but it also improves defensive values. It is very tempting to get one build ‘only strength’ in Elden Ring. It may not be the most elaborate character in the world, but it’s an honest piece of work.
At FromSoftware they must also think about it, because as soon as we start Shadow of the Erdtree we have the opportunity to get one of the best swords for force users. Below we explain the exact place and how to get it.
As soon as you arrive at the Kingdom of Shadows, a large esplanade known as the plain of graves (for fairly obvious reasons). The place that will attract your attention first are the burned ruins, as they are only a few meters away from the starting point.
However, to your left, you will see an area that looks like a cemetery that stands out for being covered in twisted grayish trees. This is the site that interests us. We leave you the exact location below:
It is not a particularly complicated place, but We recommend that you take special care with tumulary birds that rest in some structures in the area. Although they are not difficult enemies, their attacks are designed to knock us off Torrentera, which leaves us at the mercy of their claws.
And although it may be tempting, we recommend that you do not attack the translucent blue “worms” that also inhabit the place. Well, do it if you want to see what happens… But we have already warned you.
In any case, if you advance, it will not take long for you to come across the unnamed western mausoleum. Inside, a mini-boss awaits us, a knight in black armor and a sword. While he is quite strong, force users shouldn’t have too much trouble defeating him (a large shield comes in especially handy for this fight).
By defeating him we will obtain his set, known as the armor of solitude, and his weapon: the Black Criminal Greatsword. As its name indicates, it is a greatsword; It requires 27 strength points and 13 dexterity points to use it and its attribute scaling is A for strength and D for dexterity. It is a unique weapon, so it is not possible to change its attribute scaling.
What’s so special about this weapon? Well what is it the one that makes the best use of the points invested in strength. There is simply no other greatsword that will cause more damage if you use one. build of strength. Of course, make sure to upgrade it to the max at the blacksmith to reach big numbers.
Yes, there are colossal swords and other large weapons that can do more damage, but they are also much slower, making the Black Penal Greatsword a more than recommended weapon for those who want to “pupa” without sacrificing excessive speed.
And if that were not enough, his unique ability, the solitary lunar slash, allows you to attack by launching an arc of light and then delivering a powerful slash. A two-hit combo that, in addition to causing a lot of damage, covers one of the disadvantages of the builds of strength (not being able to attack from a distance).
So now you know: if you are brothers and sisters of strength, As soon as you start Shadow of the Erdtree, go straight for the Black Penal Greatsword. It has accompanied us throughout practically the entire Elden Ring DLC.
