As a longtime Souls fan, I was instantly hooked when I first tried Leontiel’s Greatsword. This massive, elegant greatsword has excellent reach, solid scaling, and a unique moveset that rewards aggressive yet calculated play. If you’re running a Strength/Faith hybrid build, this weapon absolutely dominates in both PvE and PvP.
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Here’s the current best Leontiel’s Greatsword build for the latest patch:
Elden Ring: Optimal Leontiel’s Greatsword Build
| Category | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Stats (Level 150) | Vigor 60, Endurance 35, Strength 60, Dexterity 18, Faith 30 |
| Ash of War | Lion’s Claw or Royal Knight’s Resolve |
| Best Talismans | Shard of Alexander, Two-Handed Sword Talisman, Sacred Scorpion Charm, Erdtree’s Favor +2 |
| Armor | Bull-Goat Set or Veteran’s Set (for poise) |
| Physick | Opaline Hardtear + Strength-Knot Crystal Tear |
How to Get Leontiel’s Greatsword
Leontiel’s Greatsword is found in the Ancient Ruins of Rauh (Shadow of the Erdtree DLC area). After defeating the optional boss Putrescent Knight, head to the ruined temple northwest of the boss arena. The sword is inside a chest guarded by a few strong enemies. It requires 24 Strength and 16 Faith to wield effectively.
Playstyle Tips
This build focuses on high poise, heavy jumping attacks, and charged heavies. Lion’s Claw is excellent for breaking enemy posture, while Royal Knight’s Resolve gives massive damage on your next attack. Use the weapon’s long reach to punish bosses from safer distances. With 60 Strength and the right talismans, you can melt most bosses in the base game and DLC.
The combination of raw power and Faith scaling makes this one of the most fun greatswords to use in the current meta.
For more Elden Ring builds, check our Best Strength Builds in Elden Ring and Shadow of the Erdtree Weapons Guide on Technosports.
Learn more about the game on Elden Ring (Wikipedia).
FAQs
Where do you find Leontiel’s Greatsword?
It is located in a chest in the Ancient Ruins of Rauh after defeating the Putrescent Knight.
What is the best Ash of War for Leontiel’s Greatsword?
Lion’s Claw is the strongest choice for most players, though Royal Knight’s Resolve offers higher burst damage.
