Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Introduced Hybrid Weapon Type for Players

Even with the extensive range of weapons available in Elden Ring’s base game, the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC introduces a fresh and intriguing addition: Smithscript weapons. These innovative melee and ranged hybrids blend the best of both combat styles, offering players a unique way to enhance their gameplay.

Smithscript Weapons: Melding Melee and Ranged Combat

The new Smithscript weapons stand out by combining melee prowess with ranged capabilities, making them a game-changer for players looking to diversify their builds. While these weapons don’t offer long-range sniping, their ability to seamlessly transition between close and ranged combat eliminates the need for managing FP, consumables, or ammunition. This makes Smithscript weapons an excellent choice for those seeking to refresh their playthrough or enhance their existing build.

Versatile Attributes and Builds

Smithscript weapons come with varied attribute requirements, including Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, and Faith. Traditionally, Strength and Dexterity are common for melee builds, while combining Intelligence and Faith is less common due to the limited number of weapons and spells that utilize both. However, the introduction of Smithscript weapons in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC provides a compelling reason to consider this less popular attribute pairing. Despite their unconventional requirements, these weapons offer significant power and versatility.

Players can modify a weapon’s scaling attributes by applying different Affinities, though the base attribute requirements for wielding the weapon remain unchanged.

Integrating Smithscript Weapons into Existing Builds

For players who already meet the attribute requirements for Smithscript weapons, incorporating them into an existing build can provide a valuable backup option. The Smithscript Dagger and Smithscript Cirque are lightweight and can be equipped in the off-hand without significantly increasing equipment load. Their high attack speed makes them ideal for applying status effects such as Bleed, Poison, or Frost from a safe distance. Although their range is shorter compared to other ranged weapons, the ability to inflict status effects with an infinite-use ranged weapon adds a powerful dimension to any build.

Smithscript Weapons as Primary Weapons

Beyond supplementing existing builds, Smithscript weapons can also serve as primary weapons, offering unmatched versatility. Unlike the Smithscript Dagger, other Smithscript weapons provide a blend of melee and ranged attacks that can compete with top-tier weapons in their respective categories. With the right attributes and Affinity, these weapons can become formidable primary options, leveraging both their melee and ranged capabilities to their full potential.

The Smithscript weapons in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC offer an exciting way to enhance your gameplay, whether as a versatile secondary weapon or a primary powerhouse. Embrace the hybrid potential of Smithscript weapons and discover new strategies for mastering Elden Ring.