A new overpowered weapon just got discovered in Shadow of the Erdree, here's everything you need to know about it.
In Elden Ring, players are always hunting for that edge in battle, from wielding giant swords to casting massive spells. However, the latest DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, has turned the tables with its introduction of thrusting shields—a weapon that lets you block and attack simultaneously.
Thrusting Shields Transform Combat Strategy in Latest DLC
This new gear, found in the Shadow Keep dungeon, allows players to attack while still holding up their shield, barely taking any damage in return. It’s a simple twist that’s massively effective, combining defense and offense into one smooth move. With options to customize these shields to different damage types and benefits from damage-boosting talismans, they've quickly become popular.
The Elden Ring community, especially on platforms like Reddit, has been buzzing about how these shields can steamroll through bosses, making even the toughest fights look easy. Some players suggest that it makes combat almost too easy, allowing you to tank hits with minimal stamina cost and still dish out steady damage.
New Thrusting shields are the strongest weapons in the entire game and it's not even close. NG+ DLC was absolutely obliterated. Thrusting shields can be enchanted with any affinity/damage type that makes them extremely versatile. And it's just so much fun to slap the grace out of every single boss! by u/DamnHare in Eldenring
YouTube and Twitter have been flooded with videos and discussions about the effectiveness of thrusting shields, with many predicting that a nerf might be on the way because of how they allow players to almost ignore incoming attacks.
So, if you're playing Elden Ring and looking for a new strategy, grabbing a thrusting shield might just be your ticket to dominating both in PvE and PvP battles. But enjoy it while it lasts—this kind of power often gets balanced pretty quickly.