When it comes to Elden Ring, there are certainly many different ways to overcome the obstacles standing between you and the mantle of Elden Lord, but doing so effectively means using the right equipment for the way you play can make things that much easier. If your character is all about strong physical damage with the likes of a greatsword, then this guide on how and where to get the Ruins Greatsword in Elden Ring will be perfect for you.
Ruins Greatsword Location in Elden Ring
This weapon can be obtained after defeating Starscourge Radahn near the middle portion of the game.
- Defeat Starscourge Radahn.
This is probably one of the hardest boss fights in Elden Ring thus far, but you can make things easier by staying agile and mobile using Torrent, and always try to roll towards the back of the boss to stay away from his attacks. Refer to our guide for more details.
- Return to Redmane Castle.
Speak to Witch-Hunter Jerren in the church at the top of the area. Exhaust his dialogue. Reload the area by fast traveling away and back.
- Prepare for a dual boss fight.
The plaza will now be blocked by the familiar yellow and misty boss gate. Enter and face the Misbegotten Warrior and Crucible Knight.
- Defeat the Misbegotten Warrior and Crucible Knight.
It is best to eliminate the Misbegotten Warrior as soon as possible, as it will take some time before the Crucible Knight spawns. For an easy way out, utilize the Barricade Shield ability to stagger the Misbegotten Warrior’s attacks, and destroy it using Guard Counters.
Once that is taken care of, turn your attention to the Crucible Knight. Parries work very well against this opponent, while biding your time is also a good strategy to avoid overextending.
- Claim your reward.
Once you have bested the duo, claim your reward of the Ruins Greatsword.
Ruins Greatsword Stats
Here are the starting stats for the Ruins Greatsword in Elden Ring:
Attack Power
- Physical – 124
- Magic – 37
Stat Scaling
- Strength – B
- Intelligence – E
Damage Reduction
- Physical – 82
- Magic – 56
- Fire – 50
- Lightning – 50
- Holy – 50
- Guard Boost – 56
Minimum Requirements
- Str – 50
- Int – 16
The weapon can be upgraded using Somber Smithing Stones, and cannot be infused with other Ashes of War. Its Weapon Skill, Wave of Destruction, is a powerful move that fires off a wave of gravitational force, but takes a longer time to execute. If you using a Strength build, the Ruins Greatsword is excellent thanks to its scaling damage.
That is all there is to it when it comes to learning about how and where to get the Ruins Greatsword in Elden Ring. Be sure to also check out our guide wiki to learn more important details about the game, for everything else, please search Twinfinite.
