Ruins Greatsword
Colossal Sword · Wave of Destruction
Scaling (+0)Str B · Int D
RequiresStr 50 · Int 16
The Ruins Greatsword is a slab of stone infused with gravity magic. It hits extremely hard and every charged heavy attack creates a small gravity explosion.
Quick facts
| Type | Colossal Sword |
| How to get it | Dropped by the Misbegotten Warrior and Crucible Knight duo at Redmane Castle Plaza, Caelid. |
| Skill | Wave of Destruction (unique, cannot be changed) |
| Passive | Charged heavy attacks cause a gravity burst |
| Requirements | Str 50 · Int 16 |
| Scaling (+0) | Str B · Int D |
| Base attack (+0) | Physical 124 · Magic 37 |
| Weight | 23 |
| Upgrade | Somber Smithing Stones |
How to get it
Dropped by the Misbegotten Warrior and Crucible Knight duo at Redmane Castle Plaza, Caelid.
Why use it
- Huge physical damage with a magic component.
- Charged heavies add a free gravity burst.
- Wave of Destruction sends a large shockwave forward.
- A Legendary Armament.
Best build
Strength (50 required) with a little Intelligence (16).
Tips
- You can fight the duo before or after the Radahn festival.
- Two-hand it to reach the Strength requirement.
- Charged heavies are its best attacks.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get the Ruins Greatsword?
Defeat the Misbegotten Warrior and Crucible Knight at Redmane Castle Plaza.
How much Strength does it need?
50 Strength and 16 Intelligence.
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