Dark Souls Lightning Weapons Make Pve Easy
Dark Souls was easily one of the best games of the 2010s. An action RPG that offered a punishing but still fair difficulty curve, Dark Souls built upon the foundation established by Demon's Souls. Where stages were linear and segmented, the world was now interconnected. Where bosses often favored spectacle and gimmicks, Dark Souls' bosses emphasized mechanical variety.
That's really where Dark Souls edges out its sister game. There are so many more weapon options available for the player to use. For PvE in particular, just about any weapon can get the job done while being reasonably fun to use, but there's something special about using the strongest weapons in a game.
Updated January 10, 2022 by Mark Sammut: Dark Souls celebrated its 10-year anniversary in 2021, and FromSoftware's game is still as popular as ever. With the impending release of Elden Ring, some people might find themselves revisiting the developer's previous games to prepare themselves for the upcoming title. Regardless of whether someone knows Lordran inside out or is taking their first heavy step into this kingdom, they will need to pick up a weapon if they hope to survive. Dark Souls allows for a variety of builds, but there is just something satisfying about picking up a huge sword or hammer and going to town on a few bosses. This article has been updated to include a bit more information about the most powerful Dark Souls weapons.
15 Smough's Hammer
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Forged from a +10 hammer or great hammer, 5,000 souls, and, most importantly, the Soul of Smough, the gluttonous grand executioner of Anor Londo. Most remember this titanic mallet from their battles with the executioner and the dragon-slaying knight Ornstein. In the hands of the player, it can be equally mighty.
Due to its massive weight of 28 and Strength requirement at 58, the highest in Dark Souls, Smough's Hammer will take some time to prepare for. For those seeking to unleash huge base damage, it is an ideal weapon. Smashing foes into oblivion is very easy with this great hammer, especially with its rolling attack, which has a larger hitbox than others and can catch even the wiliest of foes. On top of this, it heals the wielder for 10 HP per attack that lands; nominal, but can be handy in a pinch.
14 Dragon King Greataxe
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Those familiar with dragons in the first Dark Souls game are likely well aware of tail-cut weapons: arms that can be harvested by doing enough damage to a draconic foe's tail for it to be destroyed. The Dragon King Greataxe is arguably the most powerful, at least in terms of single-hit damage potential. It can be obtained from the Gaping Dragon.
Like all dragon weapons, this huge axe grants one increased resistance to fire and magic damage and comes with a unique two-handed strong attack, one that sends out a savage shockwave from the player in a devastating AOE attack. However, uncharacteristic for a dragon weapon, the Dragon King Greataxe can be upgraded, further increasing the sheer amount of raw damage that can be used to bifurcate any obstacle.
The Dragon King Greataxe weighs 24 and requires 50 Strength and 8 Dexterity to wield.
13 Demon's Spear
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Wielded, and possibly dropped, by the batwing demons of fleshy gargoyle-like nature that fly about Anor Londo, this wicked spear was created from the bones of their kin and holds shocking strength. As one of the longest spears in Dark Souls, it can keep a great number of foes at bay, though there are greater reasons to consider this as one's weapon of choice.
This piercing pole deals both thrust and lightning damage; two of the best offensive damaging types in the game, particularly on bosses and tougher foes. It also scales moderately well with both Strength and Dexterity, making it an able companion for many builds.
The Demon's Spear has a weight of 4 and requires 12 Strength and 10 Dexterity to wield.
12 Dragon Tooth
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This weapon is the last thing most new players see as they descend that fated, curved stairway leading to where a warrior in Havel's set awaits. A single swing from the colossal club, Dragon Tooth, has been the end of countless players. There are few other weapons that deal more poise damage than this massive fang hewn from the mouth of an everlasting dragon.
As with other weapons born from the death of a drake, Dragon Tooth grants its wielder greater defense against fire and magic damage. Strange for this class of combat equipment, it can be upgraded to enhance its already deadly potential. Blows from this behemoth cannot be parried, or blocked efficiently, making it an eternal offensive threat for all enemies.
Dragon Tooth weighs 18 and has a Strength requirement of 40.
11 Demon's Greataxe
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This weapon is one that can be missed pretty easily, as it is an uncommon item that drops after beating the mighty Taurus Demon. Demonic weapons, like their former masters, and known for great potency of flame and fury; powerful allies for one seeking to smite adversaries with a flurry of annihilating assaults.
The Demon's Greataxe may have short-range but is swung surprisingly fast for its size and weight. The most notable feature, however, is the potential to be the strongest weapon in Dark Souls for high-level Strength builds. It can be upgraded to +15 and gains S-class damage scaling from one's Strength stat, making its damage output insane.
The Demon's Spear has a weight of 22 and requires 46 Strength.
10 Black Knight Greataxe
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Black Knight weapons are incredibly rare drops, but one of them is bound to drop sooner rather than later. The Black Knight Greataxe may not be the best of the bunch, but it more than pulls its weight in a fight. While slow, the Black Knight Greataxe hits incredibly hard and has surprisingly good reach.
With the right timing, tearing down enemies with the Black Knight Greataxe is no problem. It's an especially useful weapon for Dark Souls bosses with larger health pools. Of course, its speed is a bit of a problem, but that's really the only major point against the Black Knight Greataxe.
The Black Knight Greataxe's weight is 16, while players need to have 36 Strength and 18 Dexterity to effectively use this weapon.
9 Great Scythe
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The Great Scythe is an easy weapon to underestimate. It's so non-traditional that it almost feels like it's bound to make a mess in Dark Souls. It even clips through the ground in movement. At the same time, the Great Scythe has a wickedly delightful playstyle that keeps players moving and attacking almost rhythmically.
It's an incredibly fun weapon to learn how to play, but it's no slouch in a fight either. The Great Scythe can tackle most of the main game with no major roadblocks. The fact that the weapon has such a unique control scheme really is the main reason to use it, though. Few weapons are as fun.
The Great Scythe only weighs 5 and can be wielded with a manageable 14 Strength and Dexterity.
8 Balder Side Sword
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The Balder Side Sword only has a 1% drop rate from Balder Knights, but it's worth the effort to grind out as early as the Undead Parish. The Balder Side Sword is a fast, reasonably hard-hitting weapon with an insanely reliable moveset that makes mincemeat out of most enemies. It's a great weapon to take to the end of the game and beyond.
Of course, grinding for it will be the biggest challenge. That 1% drop rate is particularly cruel and might ensure that most players won't ever stumble upon the sword on any of their playthroughs. Its thrust attacks are also notoriously difficult to parry, making them fairly useful for PvP.
The Balder Side Sword has a weight of 3 and can be wielded with a Strength of 10 and a Dexterity of 14.
7 Black Knight Greatsword
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The Black Knight Greatsword is one of the slower greatswords in Dark Souls , making it difficult to unleash a frenzy of swings like a mad man. Nevertheless, it's a powerful weapon that some lucky few will end up getting as early as the Undead Parish. It hits hard, can smash down shields, and has pretty good range all around.
The Black Knight Greatsword's moveset is pretty smooth for a greatsword as well. It's heavy, but not particularly cumbersome. Of course, it's worth noting that there are better greatsword options in Dark Souls so the Black Knight Greatsword might seem redundant, but being outclassed doesn't make it any less impressive.
The Black Knight Greatsword weighs 14 and requires 32 Strength and 18 Dexterity.
6 Estoc
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The Estoc becomes a beast should a player decide to take the time to experiment with it. As a thrusting weapon, players can use the Estoc while keeping their shields up. With the right timing, it's possible to skewer enemies to death while behind the safety of a shield.
Looking for a more involved playstyle? Just ditch the shield and get into the rhythm of methodically poking the opposition. As the longest ranged thrusting weapon in the game, the Estoc can reach surprisingly far, allowing for fluid movement within combat. Just keep in mind that timing is key.
The Estoc has a low weight of just 3. To equip, it requires 10 Strength and 12 Dexterity.
5 Moonlight Greatsword
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The Moonlight Greatsword is basically the definitive weapon of INT builds. It's not nearly as slow as other greatswords, has magical properties, has a fluid move set, and scales really well with its main stats. The only real downside to the weapon is its range and the fact that it can't be found until very late in the game.
On top of that, players need to cut off Seath's tail before killing him to get the Moonlight Greatsword — a task that's frankly easier said than done. It can be tedious trying to get the Moonlight Greatsword, but it does only need to happen once, and getting the weapon is a matter of skill more than anything else.
The Moonlight Greatsword comes with a weight of 6. Stats-wise, it requires 16 Strength, 10 Dexterity, and 28 Intelligence.
4 Black Knight Sword
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The Black Knight Sword is one of the most reliable weapons in Dark Souls, especially when two-handed. Not only does two-handing make the Black Knight Sword stronger, its swings become significantly faster, making the weapon incredibly punishing. Like with all the Black Knight weapons, it has a fun move set to learn how to play.
Surprisingly, the Black Knight Sword doesn't have range problems. It's not as long-ranged as it perhaps could be, but it has enough range to almost always be useful, especially when two-handed. It doesn't have the best availability in the game, but it's an easy enough weapon to farm in the Kiln.
Coming with a weight of 8, the Black Knight Sword's requirements are 20 Strength and 18 Dexterity.
3 Zweihander
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It's almost unfair how ridiculously useful the Zweihander winds up with little to no effort. It's fast, has amazing range, hits incredibly hard, and can efficiently stunlock. It's a weapon that can be found as soon as players step foot outside the Asylum. Better yet, the Zweihander never falls off in terms of usability.
Most of its upgrade paths are worth putting some effort into, but the blade is strong enough even on its own. Like with most weapons, the Zweihander becomes particularly dangerous when two-handed. It's arguably the best greatsword in Dark Souls , if not the most broken, but there is one sword that gives the Zweihander a run for its money.
The Zweihander weighs 10 and requires 24 Strength and 10 Dexterity to wield.
2 Claymore
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At first glance, the Claymore might not seem worth the effort. It's less glamorous than the Zweihander, doesn't have as good a range, and isn't nearly as flashy. However, it's a more cohesive and understandable weapon. The Claymore lacks the chaotic energy of the Zweihander but offers a more sensible playstyle in return.
The Claymore is overall a much smoother weapon in terms of feel, which makes using it more worthwhile than the Zweihander in many respects. It's also a strong enough weapon in its own right without being cheap. The Claymore doesn't need wonky balancing to be a good greatsword.
The Claymore's weight is 6 and it can be equipped with 16 Strength and 10 Dexterity.
1 Black Knight Halberd
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There really is no other choice for the best weapon in Dark Souls . At least no sensible choice. The Black Knight Halberd has every single boon a Dark Souls weapon can have: it's not hard to get, can potentially be acquired early, has amazing range, is insanely fast and strong, and it only gets stronger.
The Black Knight Halberd is a monster of a weapon that really has no comparison in-game. It's the best of the best and can be viable for just about any situation, on or offline. It's even the weapon of choice for optimal speed runs.
The Black Knight Halberd weighs 14 and requires 32 Strength and 18 Dexterity to wield.
Dark Souls is available on PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
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