Elden Ring is a game of unrealized possibilities; players who indulge in it can play it from start to finish and change their character paths numerous times. That’s the kind of freedom it offers. What’s even more noteworthy is the fact that if a player decides to focus on one path and just focus on a build that is based on any one of some chosen stats, they have a chance of ending up seriously overpowered.

One such stat is Arcane, but the thing with this stat is that it cannot work on its own. This guide would tell all Arcane-build fans how they can create one without much compromise.

Stats targets and class

Before starting any build-related guide, it is important for one to understand the stakes and the target they must set for themselves. Hence, here is the list of all the stats that one must focus on to get an Arcane build to destroy all their enemies.

Arcane is one of those few stats that does not work very well on its own; it needs a lot of backup from other stats too. And so, to make sure they have that ultimate build that enemies cower from, players must make sure they have Vigor at 50, Mind at 19, Endurance at 20, Strength at 46, Dexterity at 59, Faith at 15, and Arcane at 60.

Yes, once again the stat that one must focus on is the highest here, but it is carried by Strength and Dexterity. Also, start the game with either bandit or hero classes; these give players a decent advantage in a number of stats and might help them reach their desired targets a little quicker.

Weapons and Equipment

When it comes to weapons and equipment, nothing holds a candle to Arcane. There are several weapons that have special abilities that are specifically boosted by Arcane. And wielding them is made far easier by the increased Strength and Dexterity of one’s character.

One weapon that is highly recommended for players going for an Arcane build is Morgott’s Curved Sword. Though this weapon primarily scales with Dexterity, its special ability, cursed blood slice, gets a massive damage boost via arcane.

It is also recommended that players equip themselves with the white mask that boosts damage while bleed is in effect, Raptor’s black feathers increase one’s jump attacks, and Royal remains gauntlets and greaves to heal players when they lose too much health.

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When it comes to talismans, it is recommended that players use those that actually boost the effects of their equipment. For example, Lord of Blood’s exultation talisman works with a white mask to increase a player’s attack power even further. Shard of Alexander would help boost the weapon skills.

How to see the effects of this build

To start, players must try to double-hand their swords. This would naturally give them boosted attack damage over that single-handed attack. The best part is that the most recent patch has buffed this sword to a very high level; its damage has increased significantly, and it has become way more effective than it ever was.

It does bleed damage, it does fire damage, and it breaks an enemy’s poise in a matter of seconds. In case that sword is not available, the second-best option is the Bloodhound’s Fang, a weapon that is very easy to get at the start of the game. This is yet again one of those weapons that do a massive amount of bleed damage.

To use this sword, swap any of those talismans with the axe talisman; this would boost this sword’s jump attack and charge attack.

This is why Arcane build is so good, giving players much more flexibility with the equipment they use. And the rest is of course dependent on how one plays this game, as it would be at the end of the day a melee build.

Conclusion

A melee gamer with prowess in attack and dodge technique would greatly benefit from this build. This build actually focuses on bringing the players closer to their enemies and doing status effect damage on them. That’s why everyone should make sure they have this knack of getting up close to their enemies and fighting before lifting either one of these swords.

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