By Reyadh Rahaman
Twinblades are a weapon type that only exists in Dark Souls 2. Fans of the game love to use them but which is the best? Read on to find out!
The Twinblades are a group of weapons that only exist inDark Souls 2. They are a variant of bladed weapons that are essentially a staff with whole swordson both ends, forming a unique polearm that must be held from the middle of the shaft. Due to their unique design and manner of wielding, they provide one of the most fun, and deadly, playstyles for melee builds.
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Although they require the player to get right up in their opponent's face to be fully effective, as a result of their surprisingly short reach, they can unleash such a rapid storm of slashes that Twinblades can stagger a greater number of enemies than anything short of the greatweapons. Although competent as one-handed weapons, they have much faster and deadliest movesets when two-handed or power-stanced with another Twinblade. There are 6 to be found inDark Souls 2, and each will be useful for different builds, however, there's a clear order of which ones are more ideal for combat due to their higher attack stats, scaling, and how cool they look with a player's fashionable armor.
6 Twinblade
This ornate dual-bladed weapon is possibly the first of its weapon class that players will find, as it is located in the early area of The Lost Bastille. Its simple name is a great indication of the nature of the Twinblade, for it is undeniably the most basic in terms of stats and scaling, despite its elegant appearance.
At the Regular +10 upgrade, this weapon obtains 150 physical attack along with C-tier scaling in both Strength and Dexterity, making it rather lackluster in terms of damage output, even for a dedicated quality build. However, if given an elemental infusion, the Twinblade will get exactly even split damage and B-tier scaling in whatever element they've been infused with. For example, at the +10 Fire upgrade, it receives 105 for both the physical and fire attack stats in addition to B-tier scaling with fire damage. Due to the fast attack speed of this multi-strike armament, Poison or Bleed infusions would not be a bad choice either as this weapon class can build up status bars very quickly. What the Twinblade lacks in power it makes up for in versatility.
5 Sorcerer's Twinblade
The Sorcerer's Twinblade stands out among its kind for being the only Twinblade that is able to cast spells. It cannot be used for hexes, pyromancies, or miracles, but can be a great melee weapon for a dedicated sorcery build, for it scales very well with the stats such a playstyle will be focusing on if upgraded accordingly. It can be found in the Crown of the Ivory King DLC at Eleum Loyce after one defeats Aava, the King's Pet, which causes the frost around the chest containing it to melt so that it can be opened.
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Since its E-tier scaling that it comes with for Strength and Dexterity are abysmal, casters desiring to make this their primary melee weapon should give this dual-blade a Magic infusion. At the max Magic upgrade of +10, it attains 97 magic and 63 dark attack while also gaining C-tier with magic damage scaling. These are certainly viable stats, however, they still pale in comparison to most others of this weapon class from the developers gimping its melee potential for game-balance.
4 Stone Twinblade
As a rare drop from the stone soldier enemies in Drangleic Castle, it can take some time to get this from farming. Thankfully, the King's Gate bonfire is located very close to a large group of stone soldiers, making each farming run relatively painless. Keep in mind that the soldiers need to be awakened and in combat-mode to drop anything.
The Stone Twinblade is a great weapon for Strength Builds, as at the +10 regular upgrade, it achieves a solid A-tier in the Strength stat along with a small bonus in damage from the D-tier scaling with Dexterity. The 180 physical attack it gains can be devastating against enemies of all kinds, with only some bosses, mini-bosses, and the biggest foes able to resist being staggered.
3 Curved Twinblade
Players who love katanas should definitely try this weapon out on a future playthrough, as the Curved Twinblades are essentially two of these refined easternswords bound together by a mid-shaft handle. To get this crimson-wrapped weapon, the Bearer of the Curse will need to join the Covenant of Blood and attain rank 1.
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As a unique weapon, the Curved Twinblade can only be upgraded to +5, however, this does not hinder it too much as its unique features grant it great viability. Much like the katanas it resembles, this weapon comes with an innate bleed effect, which is incredibly useful on this weapon due to its fast, consecutive strikes. The Regular upgrade path is not a bad option, as it receives 170 physical attack, B-tier scaling in Dexterity (as well as E-tier in Strength), and 40 points of bleed build-up per strike, however, the Bleed infusion results in similar stats but with much greater status ailment application. For comparison, the Bleed infusion grants 163 physical attack, C-tier scaling with Dexterity (retaining the E-tier in Strength), and a sizable 57 points of bleed build-up per wicked slash.
2 Dragonrider Twinblade
The fancy design of this boss weapon is aesthetically pleasing, though, the Dragonrider Twinblade is more than a showpiece. Gained by trading theDragonrider Soul with Straid of Olaphis, this weapon can be acquired relatively early in the game, making it a great companion to travel Drangleic with.
As it comes with innate split damage between physical and magic attack (generously favoring physical attack), it can be an excellent choice for a Magic infusion, as at the max upgrade of +5, it gets better stats than the Regular upgrade path. When built up to its maximum potential through the Magic infusion, this Twinblade gets 142 physical and 157 magic attack as well as E-tier scaling in Strength, D-tier in Dexterity, and a notable B-tier with magic damage, which make it a formidable armament against many adversaries.
1 Red Iron Twinblade
Despite its rusty appearance, the Red Iron Twinblade is the most powerful of its kind. Found on a corpse in the Shrine of Amana, it is found later on than most other Twinblades, thereby making it a great replacement for other weapons that begin to fade in power at later stages of the game. Being paired with the appropriate rings can result in even more satisfying results.
This is a weapon meant for a Strength build, as it requires 26 points in this stat to even be wielded properly, though it also gets great scaling in this same area for similar reasons. At the +10 Regular upgrade level, the Red Iron Twinblade receives a huge 340 physical attack, greater than any other Twinblade, and an excellent A-tier in Strength scaling. By being able to do damage that puts it on par with greatweapons, while also being sinisterly swift, this weapon can cleave through an opponent's health and poise with the utmost ease, allowing its wielder to be a near indomitable force.
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FAQs
Dark Souls 2: All Twinblades, Ranked? ›
Twinblades are best used two-handed, where they are capable of dealing a fast flurries of attacks that can possibly stunlock an opponent when landed. Twinblades cannot perform a parry when used with two hands, but possible when wielded with one hand.
Is the Twinblade any good ds2? ›Twinblades are best used two-handed, where they are capable of dealing a fast flurries of attacks that can possibly stunlock an opponent when landed. Twinblades cannot perform a parry when used with two hands, but possible when wielded with one hand.
What is the best Dex Twinblade? ›If players look for a good dexterity-based twinblade, then Godskin Peeler is the way. The weapon has an "A" scaling on dexterity, making it a good candidate for all forms of builds with Keen Ashes of War. Also, using bleed affinity works very well, as with almost every twinblade within the game.
What is the max damage Twinblade? ›Gargoyle's Twinblade: Boasting the highest damage of any Twinblade, the Gargoyle's Twinblade delivers 123 damage per hit, and becomes immensely powerful when upgraded. The Gargoyle's Twinblade also scales very well in Strength, making it perfect for a beefy build.
Is the Gargoyle's Twinblade any good? ›In terms of raw damage, the Gargoyle's Twinblade is the best Twinblade for Strength builds, getting A scaling in the stat when given the Heavy Affinity. If you're looking for a Twinblade that isn't focused around Dexterity or Status effects, this is probably the one you should gravitate towards.
Is Twinblade strength or Dex? ›This weapon is difficult to wield, and requires high dexterity.
What is the best Twinblade to dual wield? ›Elden Ring's Godskin Peeler & Eleonora's Poleblade Are The Best Twinblade Combo. Twinblades are among the most satisfying weapons in Elden Ring due to their attack speed, and this effect is only doubled when dual-wielding.
What is the hardest hitting Dex weapon? ›- 1 Vyke's War Spear.
- 2 Godskin Peeler. ...
- 3 Eleonora's Poleblade. ...
- 4 Bloodhound Claw. ...
- 5 Wing Of Astel. ...
- 6 Moonveil Katana. ...
- 7 Rivers Of Blood Katana. ...
- 8 Hand Of Malenia. ...
- 8 The Parrying Dagger.
- 7 The Godskin Peeler.
- 6 The Wakizashi.
- 5 The Scythe.
- 4 The Hand of Malenia.
- 3 Morgott's Cursed Sword.
- 2 The Uchigatana.
- 1 Moonveil.
If you didn't kill Twinblade, you are jeered by the Bandits while exiting out of the camp. During the fight, you can't kill the Bandits because they attack you first, giving you no chance to counter-attack. If you spare Twinblade, you can attack the Bandits and Twinblade won't attack you.
Does the Twinblade cause bleed? ›
Like with the Uchigatana, double Seppuku Godskin Peelers (or any offhand Twinblade) builds Bleed so fast that you could hemorrhage an enemy multiple times with a single jumping attack.
Is it worth it to upgrade the Twinblade? ›The Twinblade is found as early as the Dragon-Burnt Ruins and scales with both Strength and Dexterity. The weapon looks aesthetically pleasing. With enough upgrades, it can also become an extremely useful addition to any loadout. Two-handing this weapon unlocks even more possibilities.
Does the Twinblade cause blood loss? ›Eleonora's Poleblade is a Twinblade in Elden Ring. The Eleonora's Poleblade scales primarily with Dexterity, and Arcane, and secondarily with Strength. The Weapon causes blood loss buildup, and has physical and fire damage.
How good is Dragonrider Twinblade? ›There isn't anything wrong with the twinblades in general, it is just that the dragonrider's twinblade isn't especially good and needs petrified dragon bones to level up and they are particularly limited in a single run without burning aestics or doing obscene amounts of small white soap-stone co-ops.
Is Stone Twinblade any good? ›The Stone Twinblade has the highest physical damage output out of any twinblade in the game, besting both the Red Iron Twinblade and the Dragonrider Twinblade.
Is A curved Twinblade good? ›Curved Twinblade is a weapon in Dark Souls 2. "A twinblade imported from a foreign land. The razor-sharp blades cause bleeding, but as a result, are easily worn and dulled. When wielded by a master, this dual-tipped blade is an unparalleled weapon that hardly allows a foe any opportunity to retaliate..."
Can you dual wield the Twinblade? ›Twinblades are a type of Weapon in Elden Ring. Twinblades are difficult to wield, and they can be wielded with a single hand, but their true strength is enabled with dual-handed attacks.
Does Twinblade Talisman only work on Twinblade? ›The Twinblade Talisman enhances the final hit in a consecutive series of hits. Despite the name, Elden Ring players don't need a Twinblade to use it.
Are the Sellsword twinblades the best? ›As a Dex weapon, Sellsword Twinblades shines the most in the damage-per-second department when you invest the most into Dexterity.
Can you use storm blade on Twinblade? ›This is an Ash of War Skill, associated with the Ash of War: Storm Blade. Usable on Swords (Colossal Weapons and Twinblades excepted). This Skill is unaffected by the base damage and scaling of your weapon.
Is the Twinblade a good late game weapon? ›
Is the Twinblade a good late game weapon? They both are in the same mid to late-game area, the Altus Plateau. This, however, means you can use them as much as you want during the late game to best the most challenging bosses of Elden Ring .
How much Dexterity do you need for Twinblade? ›The Twinblade comes with the stat requirements of 10 Strength and 18 Dexterity, the latter putting it out of reach of any starting class choice.
What is the most damaging weapon in the game? ›1 Master Sword - The Legend Of Zelda
Arguably the most iconic weapon in video game history, and the most powerful, is the Master Sword.
Duelist of the Roaring Falls (Combat Feat) You can add DEX to damage, instead of strength, against shaken/frightened/panicked foes, when wielding an aldori dueling sword only. Fencing Grace (combat feat) DEX to damage with rapiers. Slashing Grace (combat feat) DEX to damage with a one-handed slashing weapon.
Why is Dex better than strength? ›Strength builds allow players to take and dish out hits equally effectively, while dexterity builds allow players to become opportunistic assassins who dish out massive damage before retreating.
How much should I level Dex? ›For a pure dex build in Elden Ring, we recommend a high dexterity level of at least 40 with high vigor and endurance. We recommend the Uchigatana or a Curved Sword as your weapon although you may choose any weapon that scales with dex.
Does Zweihander scale with Dex? ›The Zweihander scales primarily with Strength and Dexterity, and is a versatile Weapon for heavy-weight combat.
Is the Twinblade chest trapped? ›Don't worry, it's not a trap. Open the chest and the Twinblade is yours. If you plan on fighting the Tree Sentinel in melee combat, we definitely recommend using this weapon.
Is Gargoyles Twinblade or black blade? ›Gargoyle's Black Blades is a Twinblade in Elden Ring. The Gargoyle's Black Blades scales primarily with Strength, Dexterity, and Faith and is a good Weapon for inflicting holy damage. Bronze twinblade wielded by Valiant Gargoyles, mended with blackened corpse wax. Deals holy damage.
Does Twinblade use one or two hands? ›Twinblade Description
Can be wielded with a single hand, but its true strength is enabled with dual-handed spinning attacks."
What percent does Twinblade Talisman do? ›
Twinblade Talisman is a Talisman in Elden Ring. Twinblade Talisman increases the damage of the final hit in an attack chain by 45%.
Is Twinblade good for confessor? ›A talisman depicting a twinblade and a confessor. Enhances the final hit ending a chain of attacks. The twinblade technique is a tradition of the confessors, who closely guard the secret of how they preserve the momentum of their attacks. Thus is the final strike of their onslaught all the more deadly.
Does Twinblade Talisman work? ›Effects. The Twinblade Talisman enhances the damage of the final attack in chain-attack series when worn, increasing the damage output by around 20%.
Why can't i use the Twinblade? ›While the Twinblade requires a Dexterity level of 18 to fully utilize its stats, certain classes will have a greater Dex level at the start of the game than others. As a result, if players begin with classes that have higher Dex, they may be able to use the Twinblade more quickly.
How do you get God skin in Twinblade? ›The Godskin Peeler Twinblade can be found by heading to the Windmill Village from the Road of Iniquity site of grace until you reach a village with cheerfully dancing inhabitants. The Godskin Peeler Twinblade in Elden Ring will be located at the windmill at the very top of the village.
Is dual wielding rivers of blood worth it? ›The use of Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring is a polarizing issue. This doesn't stop it from being one of the best weapons to dual wield Elden Ring. It has an amazing move set and increases damage with each hit.
Can a Dragonrider have 2 dragons? ›No rider has ever ridden two dragons, but the possibility exists that they could have. When Prince Viserys Targaryen's dragon Balerion died, according to George R. R. Martin, "[Viserys] did not take a second dragon", leaving the possibility that, had Viserys desired a new dragon, he could have attempted to claim one.
Is the Twinblade good for samurai? ›Twinblade: This weapon is a good early game choice. It can be acquired at the Dragon Burnt Ruins in the starting area of West Limgrave, making it a good weapon to master early on. It can also be infused with Ashes of War, making it quite flexible. Uchigatana: This is the starter weapon for the Samurai class.
What's better Santier's Spear or Red Iron Twinblade? ›Santier's Spear deals the least damage of all the weapons tested with 2h R1 spam (so it is the worst "twinblade" in terms of damage). Standard Twinblade deals about 20% more DPS and consumes about 8% less stamina than Santier's. Stone Twinblade deals about 30% more DPS and consumes about 3% more stamina than Santier's.
Why is Bandit curved sword good? ›The Bandit's Curved Sword scales primarily with Strength and Dexterity and is a good Weapon for high dexterity characters who can excel at slashing attacks while spinning.
Should you spare Twinblade? ›
If you didn't kill Twinblade, you are jeered by the Bandits while exiting out of the camp. During the fight, you can't kill the Bandits because they attack you first, giving you no chance to counter-attack. If you spare Twinblade, you can attack the Bandits and Twinblade won't attack you.
Is the Twinblade a quality weapon? ›Featuring even more unique animations than ever, Elden Ring's set of Twinblades are some of the best weapons in the game, with an option suited for just about every type of build.
Is Grave Warden Twinblades or Sellsword better? ›Sellswords will do a good bit more damage, and while warden twinblades have bleed, you'll never really bleed anything unless it's bleed infused on a luck build. If it's just for PvE then you can go for the Warden twinblades if you want, it's just that the sellswords are better.
What is the best Dex weapon in Dark Souls? ›Scythes are a classic weapon in Dark Souls that most people love to use. So, it's easy to see why so many people go gaga over the Great Scythe. It's one of the best Dark Souls dex weapons for many along with the Lifehunt Scythe.
How much dexterity do you need for Twinblade? ›The Twinblade comes with the stat requirements of 10 Strength and 18 Dexterity, the latter putting it out of reach of any starting class choice.