Shadow of the Erdtree is brutally difficult, but these early game weapons make things slightly easier.
Shadow of the Erdtreeadds 95 new weapons to the baseElden Ringgame.
Well be talking about the best overall weapons in the game later on after exploring the DLC further.
Beast Claws
Beast Claws are melee fist weapons that essentially turn your character into a rampaging wolverine.
They are ideal for aggressive melee players who value Bleed damage and mobility.
To find the Beast Claws, start from the Gravesite Site of Grace where you beginShadow of the Erdtree.
From there, head slightly South and to the East.
You should run into a wooded area called Gravesite Plain.
There, you will find an enemy called Logur, The Beast Claw.
Defeat Logur, and the Beast Claws are yours.
Its also a dual-wield weapon that only takes up one inventory slot, which opens up some fascinating strategies.
If youre going for a speed-focused build, you have to give it a shot.
Its a must-have weapon for certain builds, and you could get it within minutes of starting the DLC.
However, you have to defeat the boss of that dungeon (the Blackgoal Knight) to acquire it.
That will not be easy.
Overpowered veteran players may be able to beat him right away.
Everyone else will need to level up in the DLC before taking him on.
Great Katana
The Great Katana is easily one of the best early weapons inShadow of the Erdtree.
Its just an immediate upgrade for the right kind of build.
To the West is a giant lake.
Look for a dead body floating in the lake.
That body is holding the Great Katana.
Just ride up, snatch it, and get out of there.
Head through the nearby village and take the bridge that leads into the castle.
Youll need to kill a giant that is guarding the entrance.
Youll find Milady at the top of that ladder.
The Moonrithylls Knight Sword is also located incredibly close to where you find Milady.
Simply continue heading through Castle Ensis until you encounter the Moonrithyll, Carian Knight invader.
Defeat the invader, and this powerful sword will be yours.
Firespark Perfume Bottle
These Perfume Bottles essentially function like the fire bombs found in the baseElden Ringgame.
The big difference is that these weapons are not tied to consumables.
Unlike other magic attacks, they also do not consume FP.
Instead, they function like standard weapons that deplete your Stamina when used.
Youll find these bottles in a chest right outside the entrance to Castle Ensis.
Before you cross the bridge that leads directly into the castle, look to your right.
You should see a camp of various enemies (mostly Perfumers).
Smithscript Dagger
The Smithscript Dagger is afascinatingearly weapon.
On its own, its not the most powerful option in any particular category.
The Smithscript Dagger can also be found in the area South of Castle Ensis.
You should find the entrance to a dungeon called Ruined Forge Lava Intake.
Jump down to the nearby stairwell and follow the path that leads upward.
That body contains the Smithscript Dagger.
More importantly, its weapon skill is a devastating AoE attack that unleashes magical spears all around you.
Use the lever, and it should create a platform in the lava below.
Dragon-Hunters Great Katana
This Katana is pretty awesome.
That extra ability gives this weapon the edge if youre committed to the Great Katana playstyle.
