Elden Ring Nightreign introduces a wealth of weapons to enhance your gameplay experience. Unlike the original Elden Ring, where specific weapons could be found in designated locations, Nightreign rewards players by offering weapons randomly as loot from fallen enemies, as well as from chests and weapon racks scattered throughout Limveld. With the wide variety of weapons available and each character having preferences for specific weapon types, it can be daunting to choose the right one for your gameplay style. Here’s a comprehensive guide highlighting the best weapons for each character class in Elden Ring Nightreign.
1. Wylder
- Blasphemous Blade
- Gargoyle’s Blackblade
- Godslayer’s Greatsword
- Morgott’s Cursed Sword
- Bloodhound’s Fang
- Maliketh’s Black Blade
- Marika’s Hammer
Wylder stands out as the most versatile character in the game. It’s beneficial to equip him with Greatswords to maximize damage output. Weapons featuring robust weapon arts work best, especially since Wylder has a reasonable FP pool. Personally, I’ve found great success using Gargoyle’s Blackblade to dispatch the final boss by repeatedly unleashing its weapon art. Morgott’s Cursed Sword, Blasphemous Blade, and Maliketh’s Black Blade also shine in Wylder’s hands. If you happen to acquire it, Marika’s Hammer is another strong option.
2. Guardian
- Godskin Stitcher
- Bloody Helice
- Bolt of Gransax
- Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear
- Vyke’s War Spear
- Golden Halberd
Guardian thrives on poke damage while shielded. It’s crucial to select weapons that can be effectively used from behind the shield. Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear is undoubtedly his top pick, closely followed by Vyke’s War Spear. Thrusting swords like Godskin Stitcher, Bloody Helice, and Bolt of Gransax are also great alternatives if you’re lucky.
3. Iron Eye
- Black Bow
- Harp Bow
- Pulley Bow
- Lion Greatbow
- Serpent Bow
Iron Eye has a limited selection of weapons available, but it’s important to be mindful of their passive abilities. The ideal weapon art for him is Barrage, allowing for a rapid-fire arrow attack. Among his options, the Black Bow, Harp Bow, and Pulley Bow are excellent choices, providing strong base stats.
4. Duchess
- Star Fist
- Hand of Malenia
- Reduvia
- Wakizashi
- Nagakiba
- Moonveil
- Rivers of Blood
Duchess can adeptly wield both dual daggers and katanas, excelling in bleed builds. Equip her with bleed-inflicting weapons like Star Fist, Reduvia, and Wakizashi. You can also mix in katanas such as Nagakiba, Moonveil, or Rivers of Blood, with Hand of Malenia being a notable legendary option.
5. Raider
- Envoy’s Greathorn
- Giant-Crusher
- Executioner’s Greataxe
- Golem’s Halberd
- Greatsword
- Greathorn Hammer
- Brick Hammer
Raider embodies the classic barbarian archetype, making it essential to equip him with the largest weapon you can find. His best choice is definitely Envoy’s Greathorn, followed closely by Giant Crusher and Golem’s Halberd. Personally, I enjoy using Executioner’s Greataxe as it’s easier to find, and Greatsword can be a solid but sometimes sluggish choice. Both Greathorn Hammer and Brick Hammer deliver impressive damage, making them excellent picks for Raider.
6. Revenant
- Clawmark Seal
- Gravel Stone Seal
- Godslayer’s Seal
- Carian Regal Scepter
- Azur’s Glintstone Staff
Revenant is a faith-driven character, making powerful seals a priority, complemented by small melee weapons like daggers. Her top seal is the Clawmark Seal, which works excellently with Beastial Incantations. Among her incantations, Stone of Gurranq is particularly damaging. Additionally, the Gravel Stone Seal and Godslayer’s Seal are strong candidates. For ranged options, Carian Regal Scepter proves to be a formidable choice.
7. Recluse
- Carian Regal Scepter
- Azur’s Glintstone Staff
- Lusat’s Glintstone Staff
Recluse relies heavily on skill rather than weapons, making her less dependent on equipment. Her weapon choices mostly revolve around staves, with the Carian Regal Scepter being the standout option. The Azur’s Glintstone Staff and Lusat’s Glintstone Staff also provide excellent support for her spellcasting abilities.
8. Executor
- Nagakiba
- Moonveil
- Rivers of Blood
- Hand of Malenia
- Uchigatana
- Executer’s Katana + 2
Executor specializes in katanas and excels at scaling with Arcane. Prioritize acquiring weapons that inflict Blood Loss damage. Notably, the Nagakiba is one of the best due to its easy accessibility, alongside the Uchigatana. Additionally, the Executer’s Katana + 2, dropped by the Executer variant of the Night Raider, can also enhance his arsenal. However, Rivers of Blood remains the premier weapon for Executor, thanks to its formidable weapon art.
These insights should help you navigate weapon choices for each character in Elden Ring Nightreign. What weapon has become your go-to in your adventures? Share your favorites in the comments!