The Blood Blade Ash of War in Elden Ring can be acquired in the Altus Plateau region by navigating from a specific Site of Grace to a nearby pond.
Locating the Blood Blade Ash of War
Obtaining this powerful Ash of War involves a straightforward journey within the game's Altus Plateau area. Follow these steps to add it to your arsenal:
- Reach the Altus Plateau: Ensure you have access to the Altus Plateau region. This area is typically accessed after defeating the Magma Wyrm Makar in the Ruin-Strewn Precipice or by using the Grand Lift of Dectus.
- Find the Erdtree Grazing Hill Site of Grace: Travel to the Erdtree Grazing Hill Site of Grace. This is a prominent landmark in the western part of the Altus Plateau, often discovered early when exploring the region.
- Head Northeast to a Pond: From the Erdtree Grazing Hill Site of Grace, orient yourself and travel directly northeast. Continue in this direction until you reach a pond. The Blood Blade Ash of War is typically found in or around this pond, often dropped by a Teardrop Scarab or as a direct pickup.
By following these directions, you will successfully acquire the Blood Blade Ash of War, a valuable tool for builds focusing on bleed effects and arcane scaling.
What is the Blood Blade Ash of War?
The Blood Blade is an Ash of War that imbues your weapon with the Blood affinity and grants it the "Blood Blade" skill. This skill allows you to thrust your weapon forward, then follow up with a slashing attack that sends out a wave of blood, inflicting hemorrhage buildup on enemies. It's particularly effective for players utilizing Arcane and Dexterity builds, or those who wish to enhance their weapon with a potent bleed effect.
- Skill: Blood Blade
- Effect: Thrust weapon forward, followed by a blood wave slash.
- Affinity: Blood (scales with Arcane and applies bleed)
- Recommended For: Arcane builds, bleed builds, players seeking ranged bleed options.
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