Elden Ring Build Guide: The Red Bear Warrior

Main Weapon: Red Bear’s Claw

The star of this build is the Red Bear’s Claw. This colossal weapon, once wielded by the mighty red bear warriors, is perfect for players who want to blend strength and a unique weapon art. Here’s why:

· Scaling: With an A in strength (and 73 strength on our build), the Red Bear’s Claw delivers an attack power of 505. This gives you massive damage output with a great deal of flexibility in combat.

· Weapon Art - Red Bear Hunt: The weapon art for the Red Bear’s Claw is devastating. The move involves the bear warrior launching into a hyper-aggressive attack, swinging the claws around in a wide arc. This attack has excellent hyper armor, allowing you to tank through incoming hits while dishing out some massive damage. The Red Bear Hunt also has a small AOE effect, making it a good tool for crowd control or catching opponents off guard.

· Versatile Moveset: The regular attacks from this weapon are also solid. The R1 and R2 chain are strong, especially the running R2, which can deal great damage, and the charged R2s hit like a truck, smashing through enemies with sheer power. You'll want to rely on the weapon art for aggressive engagements, but the regular attacks can definitely hold their own.

Secondary Weapons and Tools

While the Red Bear's Claw is your main weapon, we also have a couple of tools that complement the build:

· Dragon Communion Harpoon: This weapon is a thematic choice, fitting the "beast warrior" aesthetic. It's not something you’ll use often, but it's fun to have as a backup in case you need a ranged option. The Harpoon is also unique because it can impale enemies, dealing damage over time.

· Clawmark Seal: For boosting the strength of your beast-themed incantations, like Beast Roar and Beastial Vitality. This seal is vital for enhancing the effectiveness of your buffs and healing over time.

Armor Set

You’re going full beast mode, so your armor needs to reflect that:

· Pelt of Rava: This helmet offers a cool, bear-themed design, and helps emphasize the nature of the Red Bear Warrior. It’s a solid choice for protecting your head without compromising on the aesthetic.

· Banished Knight Armor: This provides excellent protection while also granting the signature bear cloak that makes you look like a true warrior of the wild. The full cloak is especially fitting for this build, enhancing your "Red Bear" look.

· Vera’s Gauntlets & Gass’s Greaves: These are primarily aesthetic pieces but provide decent protection. Since they are red, they tie in perfectly with the color scheme of the Red Bear Warrior. You can swap these out for more practical pieces if needed, but they work fine here.

Talisman Setup

The right talismans can make or break your build, and here are the ones I recommend:

· Two-Toed Turtle Talisman: This boosts your physical damage negation, helping you survive longer in tight situations.

· Crimson Amber Medallion: This gives you an increase in your maximum HP, which is critical for surviving during prolonged fights.

· Radagon's Scarseal: For even more strength scaling, this talisman gives you a solid boost to your strength stat, allowing you to get the most out of the Red Bear's Claw.

· Dragon Crest Greatshield: This is more of a defensive choice, providing extra protection against fire attacks. You’ll be tanking through a lot of damage, and this shield helps mitigate some of that. You can swap this out for a more offensive talisman if you prefer, like Radagon’s Scarseal for better scaling.

Incantations

This build isn't just about raw power with your claws. We’re also taking advantage of some key beast-related incantations:

· Beastial Vitality: This heals you over time, ensuring that you stay in the fight even when taking damage. It’s perfect for a tanky build like the Red Bear Warrior.

· Beast Roar: Unleash the roar of the red bear, sending enemies flying back and creating a great opening for a follow-up attack with your claws.

Combat Strategy

Now that we have all the pieces in place, let’s talk about how to play the Red Bear Warrior:

1. Aggression is Key: You’re not here to dodge and play passively—you’re a bear, and bears don’t back down. Use Red Bear Hunt whenever possible to overwhelm your opponents. The hyper armor allows you to tank through hits while delivering heavy damage, so don’t be afraid to trade blows.

2. Utilize Your Weapon Art: The Red Bear Hunt is a powerful weapon art that has excellent range and can easily break an opponent’s poise. Use it to punish any enemies who try to get too close.

3. Beast Roar + Beastial Vitality: If your opponent is playing a defensive game, try to catch them with Beast Roar, sending them off balance. Follow this up with Beastial Vitality to heal yourself and keep up the pressure.

4. Play Patiently in PvP: In PvP, you’re a bit of a juggernaut. Don’t rush in mindlessly. Wait for your opponent to make a mistake, then capitalize on it with Red Bear Hunt or a well-timed charged R2.

5. Keep Buffing: Don’t forget to constantly apply buffs to yourself. Keep Flame Grant Me Strength and Beast Roar active, so you’re at your peak strength when engaging enemies. The extra buffs help mitigate your opponents’ attacks and provide a significant damage boost.

Final Thoughts

The Red Bear Warrior build is an absolute powerhouse when played correctly. By focusing on high strength, aggressive combat, and unique weapon arts, this build allows you to tear through enemies with the ferocity of a red bear. Whether you're taking on bosses in PvE or fighting other players in PvP, this build gives you the tools to dominate any situation. If you're looking to enhance your experience even further, consider checking out Elden Ring Runes for sale at MMOEXP to give your character the edge needed for success. I hope you found this guide helpful! Get out there, unleash your inner bear, and enjoy the power of the Red Bear Warrior!