Elden Ring: Eight Fun and Broken Builds for Boss Fights

If you’re looking for builds that make for easy boss fights while still providing an enjoyable and exciting playstyle, you’ve come to the right place! Here are eight of the most fun and hard-to-crack builds from Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. Before we begin, are you looking to enhance your Elden Ring adventure with the finest gear? MMOexp is your ultimate destination for top-tier Elden Ring Items! Whether you’re searching for rare weapons, powerful armor sets, or unique artifacts, MMOexp offers a vast selection of items to elevate your gameplay. Their easy-to-use platform ensures a seamless shopping experience, allowing you to quickly find and acquire the items you need to conquer even the toughest challenges. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to boost your character’s prowess – visit MMOexp today and equip yourself with the best Elden Ring Items available!

1. Storm Samurai

Weapons: Cold Great Katana with Storm Blade, Staff for Zamor Ice Storm
Talismans: Enraged Divine Beast Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Dragoncrest Greatshield
Stats: Dexterity and Intelligence hybrid

The Storm Samurai is a simple yet effective build that can handle bosses without breaking a sweat. Using the Cold Great Katana with the Storm Blade skill, you can deal up to 1,000 damage per strike from a distance, and up to 10,000 damage up close with quick strikes. Complement this with Zamor Ice Storm, a spell that guarantees a Frost proc when fully charged, and you've got a build that's both versatile and powerful. Keep a pair of Backhand Blades on the side for higher speed and better movement when needed.

2. Wall Mower

Weapons: Roksasha Katana, Staff for casting spells
Talismans: Enraged Divine Beast Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Great Jar Arsenal
Stats: Dexterity leaning, some Faith for spells

The Wall Mower build boasts an extremely heavy defense, allowing you to tank through damage and retaliate with powerful attacks. Start with the Roksasha Katana, which grants extra hyper armor with its weapon art, and combine it with the Iron Jar Aromatic for even more defense. Use the Weed Cutter weapon art for consecutive hit buffs, and pair it with Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Bloodsucking Tear for massive damage boosts. Mitigate health drain with Bestial Vitality and the Holy Ground Ash of War.

3. Sir Frost Fire

Weapons: Cold Infused Fire Knight's Greatsword, Staff for Black Flame and Death Flame spells
Talismans: Graven Mass Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Dragoncrest Greatshield
Stats: Intelligence and Faith hybrid

Sir Frost Fire wields a Cold Infused Fire Knight's Greatsword and casts a mix of Pyromancy, Black Flame, and Ghost Flame sorceries. The build is all about combining ice and fire for devastating effects. Use Lion's Claw or Giant Hunt for the Ash of War, and make the most of explosive spells like Ancient Death Rancor and Explosive Ghost Flame. The Staff of the Great Beyond allows you to cast both sorceries and incantations, making this build highly versatile.

4. Devonia Hammer

Weapons: Devonia Hammer, Dual Holy Straight Swords
Talismans: Shard of Alexander, Curved Sword Talisman, Green Turtle Talisman
Stats: Strength and Faith

The Devonia Hammer excels at breaking enemy stance with its high guard boost and powerful guard counters. Use the Stagger Vortex weapon art to blast away groups of enemies. For faster attacks, switch to dual Holy Straight Swords and use their weapon skills to buff your damage. Cast Golden Vow and Blessings Boon for additional buffs and healing.

5. Uproia Twinblade

Weapons: Uproia Twinblade, Cipher Pata
Talismans: Axe Talisman, Rotten Winged Insignia, Bull-Goat's Talisman
Stats: Faith

The Uproia Twinblade build focuses on consecutive hits and charged heavy attacks to boost the unique weapon art. Build up the golden enhancement on the Twinblade by performing charged heavy attacks, and use the Cipher Pata for burst damage when needed. Equip talismans that boost heavy attacks and poise to ensure you can tank through hits and keep attacking.

6. Coldblooded Reptilian Mage

Weapons: Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword, Carian Regal Scepter
Talismans: Graven Mass Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Stardust Talisman
Stats: Intelligence and Dexterity

This build leverages the powerful new Ash of War, Carian Sovereignty, on a Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword. Use the staff in your left hand to cast spells like Zamor Ice Storm, Adula's Moonblade, and the new Vanana Twin Moon. Equip the Snow Witch Hat and Spellblade armor pieces to boost your frost spells and magical skills.

7. Coldblooded Reptilian Mage

Weapons: Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword, Carian Regal Scepter
Talismans: Graven Mass Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Stardust Talisman
Stats: Intelligence and Dexterity

This build leverages the powerful new Ash of War, Carian Sovereignty, on a Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword. Use the staff in your left hand to cast spells like Zamor Ice Storm, Adula's Moonblade, and the new Vanana Twin Moon. Equip the Snow Witch Hat and Spellblade armor pieces to boost your frost spells and magical skills.

8. Coldblooded Reptilian Mage

Weapons: Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword, Carian Regal Scepter
Talismans: Graven Mass Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Stardust Talisman
Stats: Intelligence and Dexterity

This build leverages the powerful new Ash of War, Carian Sovereignty, on a Cold Infused Lizard Greatsword. Use the staff in your left hand to cast spells like Zamor Ice Storm, Adula's Moonblade, and the new Vanana Twin Moon. Equip the Snow Witch Hat and Spellblade armor pieces to boost your frost spells and magical skills.

 These builds offer a mix of powerful offense and solid defense, making them perfect for taking on Elden Ring's toughest bosses. Experiment with these setups to find what works best for you, and adjust your talismans and spells to suit your playstyle. Are you struggling to level up in Elden Ring and looking for a quick boost to your character’s power? Look no further than MMOexp, where you can find Elden Ring Runes for sale to enhance your journey. MMOexp provides a reliable and fast service to acquire the runes you need, ensuring you can focus on what truly matters: exploring the vast landscapes, defeating formidable bosses, and uncovering hidden secrets. With their secure and efficient platform, obtaining Elden Ring Runes has never been easier. Happy hunting!