Discovering formidable weaponry early in your journey through Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC can greatly enhance your survival and combat prowess. Here’s where you can find some of the best early weapons, primarily located in the Gravesite Plain area:
Backhand Blade
Location: Behind a large grave monument northeast of the Scorched Ruins.
Details: Sneak past or engage enemies to claim it.
Stats: Physical +105, Critical +100; Requires 10 Strength, 13 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Greatsword of Solitude
Location: Western Nameless Mausoleum, dropped by Blackgaol Knight boss.
Details: Defeat the boss to acquire part of the Solitude Armor set.
Stats: Physical +120, Critical +104; Requires 27 Strength, 13 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Beast Claw
Location: Dropped by Logur, the Beast Claw, in southern forests near Gravesite Plain.
Details: Defeat the invader NPC boss to obtain.
Stats: Physical +98, Critical +100; Requires 13 Strength, 11 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Great Katana
Location: On a corpse west of Abandoned Ailing Village, near Ghostflame Dragon.
Details: Grabbing it triggers the dragon, so prepare for a swift retreat.
Stats: Physical +145, Critical +100; Requires 14 Strength, 18 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Messmer Soldier’s Axe
Location: Random drop from Messmer Soldier enemies in Gravesite Plain.
Details: Found near Castle Ensis and Fog Rift Fort.
Stats: Physical +133, Critical +100; Requires 14 Strength, 10 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Firespark Perfume Bottle
Location: Treasure chest at Castle Front encampment near Castle Ensis.
Details: Guarded by Perfumers.
Stats: Fire +110, Critical +100; Requires 3 Strength, 14 Dexterity; Scales with Dexterity (C).Milady
Location: Atop a tower in early Castle Ensis.
Details: Reachable after crossing the bridge and climbing wooden stairs.
Stats: Physical +116, Critical +100; Requires 12 Strength, 17 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).Star-Lined Sword
Location: Drops from Demi-Human Queen Marigga west of 'Cerulean Coast West' Site of Grace.
Details: Defeat the boss for this magic-infused Katana.
Stats: Physical +82, Magic +82, Critical +100; Requires 10 Strength, 23 Dexterity, 21 Intelligence; Scales with Strength (E), Dexterity (C), Intelligence (D).Dancing Blade of Ranah
Location: Obtain by defeating Dancer of Ranah boss on a small island in Cerulean Coast.
Details: Access through underground passage southeast of 'Cerulean Coast West'.
Stats: Details pending.Smithscript Dagger
Location: Found in Ruined Forge Lava Intake, southeast of Castle Ensis.
Details: Located along main path near a stone golem.
Stats: Physical +67, Critical +100; Requires 5 Strength, 11 Dexterity, 11 Intelligence, 11 Faith; Scales with Strength (S), Dexterity (C), Intelligence (E), Faith (E).Dragon-Hunter’s Great Katana
Location: Drops from Ancient Dragon-Man boss in Dragon's Pit southeast of Castle Ensis.
Details: Access through underground dungeon.
Stats: Physical +152, Critical +100; Requires 15 Strength, 20 Dexterity; Scales with Strength (D), Dexterity (D).These early weapons in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree provide crucial advantages as you traverse its challenging landscapes. Explore, fight strategically, and equip yourself wisely for the trials ahead. When you need more great weapons, you can buy Elden Ring Runes and Elden Ring Items from mmoexp shop, build your the best weapon.