Elden Ring: Perfected Strength Build Guide for DLC - The Ultimate Invasion Setup

This is a build guide I’ve created for the Elden Ring DLC. Today, we’ll be taking an in-depth look at a "Strength" build—one I’ve poured a tremendous amount of effort into, refining it through countless iterations and adjustments until it reached absolute perfection. This configuration is my go-to choice for both invasions and PvP duels; in the sections that follow, I will provide a detailed breakdown of my weapon loadout, Talisman selection, and attribute allocation strategy. If you're looking to enhance your experience, you might even consider buying Elden Ring Runes to speed up your progression. Without further ado, let’s dive right in!

Weapon Setup and Inventory Management

One of the most common questions I get is how I organize my weapon menu and swap between weapons so quickly. It’s all about organization and having a few core weapons for different situations.

1. Main Weapons

· Knight’s Greatsword: This is my go-to weapon. It excels in multi-enemy situations, and I use Piercing Fang on it to roll-catch enemies. However, it can struggle against a team of three, so I keep some versatile weapons in my inventory to handle multiple foes.

· Lance: Excellent for trading thanks to its fast hyper armor. I pair this with Spear Talisman and Two-Handed Sword Talisman to boost its damage output and trading potential.

· Shamshere: My 1v1 weapon. It’s an amazing whiff punisher, aggressive, and provides solid damage for a curved sword.

2. Backup Weapons for Different Scenarios

· Night Rider Glaive: Ideal for stunning multiple enemies and frostbite buildup. This weapon’s Stormcaller Ash of War can hit several enemies with a 3-hit combo and cause frostbite, making it perfect for crowd control.

· Flaming Strike: A very strong Ash of War, perfect for small spaces and roll catching. I like to keep this on the Knight’s Greatsword or the Claymore.

· Star Scourge Greatsword: A situational weapon for gravity kills when near cliffs. This weapon lets you pull enemies off ledges, which is an absolute game-changer.

· Greatsword of Damnation: A fantastic weapon for shield users. It can grab right through their guard, making it a great counter.

Talisman Setup

When it comes to talismans, I run a few key setups depending on the weapons I’m using.

· Core Talismans:

1. Shard of Alexander: For boosting Ash of War damage. I typically use this when I want to increase the damage of Flaming Strike or other heavy-hitting Ashes.

2. Two-Handed Sword Talisman: Boosts my two-handed weapon damage, which is crucial for weapons like the Knight’s Greatsword and Star Scourge Greatsword.

· Trade Setup for Lance:

Spear Talisman: This is a must for the Lance, as it boosts its ability to trade hits, especially during heavy attacks with hyper armor.

Armor and Stats

The armor choice is all about fashion and poise defense. I’m rocking a stylish look that provides decent poison defense, but armor choice is really up to your personal preference.

Stats:

1. Strength (54): This is key for maximizing two-handed damage. Most of the weapons in my build scale best with strength, and this stat makes sure I’m hitting like a truck.

2. Faith (20): Primarily for the Greatsword of Damnation, which requires Faith to use properly.

3. Intelligence (15): Required for the Star Scourge Greatsword, giving me the ability to gravity-pull enemies off cliffs.

Invasion Strategy

This build is all about versatility in PvP. Here's a breakdown of how I approach invasions and how I use the weapons I’ve detailed above:

1. Multiple Enemies: I use the Knight’s Greatsword for its sweeping attacks and Piercing Fang for roll catches. When a group gets too aggressive, I swap to the Night Rider Glaive or Flaming Strike to create space and hit multiple enemies at once. Waves of Darkness also comes in handy for healing and stunning enemies in a large area.

2. 1v1 Situations: When fighting a single opponent, I’ll often swap to the Shamshere for its excellent whiff punishing potential. I also like to keep the Greatsword with a Cold Imbue and Chilling Mist for frostbite buildup, which forces my opponent to trade poorly.

3. Countering Shields: When fighting against Greatshield users, the Greatsword of Damnation comes in clutch, as it lets me grab right through their guard. This is essential for dealing with defensive players who like to turtle up behind their shield.

Final Thoughts on the Build

This strength build is all about adaptability and being prepared for any situation that comes your way. Whether you’re dealing with small ganks, 1v1 duels, or shield-tanks, this build has the tools to get the job done. If you're missing a specific piece of gear to complete your setup, you can easily elden ring items buy online from MMOEXP to save time and get back to the action. Remember, the key to success lies in weapon swaps, talisman setups, and strategic play. Always keep your enemies guessing and make sure to stay aggressive when needed.