Best Elden Ring Weapons to get before Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring boasts an incredible roster of weapons to choose from. With more than 300 unique weapons, it allows players to experiment with builds and playstyles. With Shadow of the Erdtree DLC fast approaching, more and more players are diving back into the Lands Between to prepare for the highly anticipated expansion. Players are devising new builds and characters to tackle the DLC set to be the largest that FromSoftware has developed.

We have compiled a list of five weapons you can get before heading into the Shadow of the Erdtree. These weapons are incredibly versatile and can be equipped by most characters. Without further ado, here are five great weapons found in the base game of Elden Ring that you can take into the Shadow of the Erdtree.

When it comes to Katanas in Elden Ring, there are a few favorites to choose from. The Moonveil Katana has become a mainstay for Int/Dex builds but the Serpentbone Blade has been largely ignored by players. Obtained after completing the second task given by the Recusants in the Volcano Manor.

The Serpentbone Blade scales with Dexterity and cannot be infused with any Ashes of War. This Katana features a unique two-hit heavy attack that is incredibly potent against singular targets. The Serpentbone Blade also features Poison damage which elevates the DPS you can achieve. Easily one of the best Katanas that you can get in the game.

Reapers are not as popular as the other weapon types but they still pack a punch. Reapers or Scythes in Elden Ring have reach and provide players an alternative option to Spears. Reaper builds can also be incredibly potent in both PvP and PvE settings making them viable for most scenarios.

The Halo Scythe is one of the primary weapons of the Cleanrot Knights of