Bleed builds are incredibly powerful and popular in this From Software game. But many players tend to improvise or do not really know how to exploit their full potential. Here’s a guide to choosing the right starting class, having the right attributes, talismans, equipment, and where to find them on the world map. This will be useful if you have no idea how to put this build together, but also to touch up some details in case you have already done it. Maybe an item will surprise you!
There are virtually no limits to the number of ways to play Elden Ring, but if you need a helping hand or a little guidance to progress and enjoy the game, you needn’t be embarrassed. Here we offer you the best bleed build in Elden Ring that is viable in high-level PvE as well as PvP, though it won’t exempt you from having to learn how to play it well, as well as learning how to deal with the more complex bosses.
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The pros
- Bleed damage that kills much higher-level bosses and enemies.
- Versatile thanks to the varied weapons adapted to different situations.
- Additional dragon breaths.
- Really powerful in PvE as well as in PvP.
The cons
- Some enemies and bosses are immune to bleeding.
- Ultimate equipment is obtained late
- Several weapons to upgrade
How to play?
The gameplay of this bleed build will vary greatly depending on the weapon used at the time, and the 3 favorite weapons of the players are quite far apart. The Rivers of Blood katana is the most versatile and useful weapon in the pack, as its special ability allows for a quick ranged attack, allowing you to inflict damage and bleed without exposing yourself too much.
Eleonora’s dual blades allow you to attack very quickly in melee. And the spear allows you to cause large-area bloody explosions, ideal for farming runes or clearing areas.
Bleeding Build
– Recommended starting class: Samurai (for Uchigatana), but Bandit, Wanderer, and Hero are also good choices.
– Suggested starting gift: Golden Seed
Attributes
– Vigor: As much as possible, aim for at least 40, don’t be afraid to go up to 50 or even 60.
– Spirit: you need enough to use your weapon skills, aim for 20-30 points.
– Stamina: This will depend on the armor you want to equip, 20 points is a reasonable threshold.
– Strength: Between 12 and 24 points depending on the weapon you are using at the time.
– Dexterity: 18-21 points minimum for the same reasons you need to wield your weapons.
– Intelligence: You don’t need any by default unless you want to use specific spells.
– Faith: Having 10-12 faith provides some useful support spells, such as healing over time, it’s up to you.
– Arcane: As much as possible, this is the attribute that improves bleeding. 55 points are the recommended threshold, but it can go up to 70-80.
Equipment
– Vial distribution: The vast majority to life(or all), possibly one or two to restore mana.
Weapons
Starting the game with Uchigatana or equivalent is a good choice as long as you get the 3 best bleeding weapons.
Rivers of Blood: Obtained near the Church of Marika in the Heights of Giants. An AI-controlled invader (Bloody Finger Okina) will attack you, it will give you this katana upon death. It is the ability of this weapon that makes it interesting.
Eleonora’s Double Blade: Obtained towards the end of Yura’s quests. So even if her katana and set are tempting, you have to wait for the 3rd phase, in Márika’s church on the Altus plateau. Eleonora will invade you, by killing her you will get this weapon and a crystal tear for the future.
The sacred spear of Mohg: a large spear whose special ability will unleash a huge and devastating explosion of blood. It is obtained by defeating Mohg and then exchanging his memory with the merchant Two Fingers.
Having the Dragon Communion Talisman equipped will also allow you to cast support enchantments or dragon breaths. It can be obtained quickly, as it is found in the Tomb of Heroes, just below the start of the play area, weighs nothing, enhances dragon breaths, and gains power with Arcane. So it’s perfect for you.
Shield: None by default, but you can use any intermediate shield with 100% physical reduction to protect you from projectiles and fast enemies.
Armor: The heaviest and most protective armor you can equip with your weapon and maintain the average loadout. Adapt your equipment and stamina to always be just below the heavy equipment load. The only important item is the White Mask, available from an invader in Mohgwyn Palace.
Talismans: there are several really useful with this build, the first is the Alexander Fragment (Alexander’s mission) which improves skills. The Icon of Godfred (Eternal Prison south of the Altus Plateau). The Exaltation of the Blood Lord (additional damage when bleeding) found in the catacombs of Leyndell, and what you prefer as the last talisman, the options are endless. The one sold by Iji, which reduces the cost of skills, is an option.
Spells: Bestial Vitality, Flame, Purify Me, Blood Spells, and Dragon’s Breaths that your faith allows you to use.
Summoning Ashes: Tiche of Black Knives
Major Rune: Godrick at the beginning, Radahn or Morgott at a high level.
Vial of Miraculous Medium: As with the One-Shot Mage, it is interesting to use the crystal that reduces the CP cost to zero for 10 seconds. This allows you to summon Tiche for free at the beginning of the fight and then spam some skills.
Final Thoughts
What do you think of this best Bleed Build in Elden Ring guide? Do you have any other builds that work better for you? Tell us in the comments!
