New Amazing Elden Ring 1.07 Builds

TL;DR

  • Patch 1.07 nerfed bleed builds but created new powerful alternatives
  • Iron Greatsword with Lion’s Claw provides staggering physical damage output
  • Samurai build offers authentic katana combat with versatile incantation options
  • Bolt of Gransax excels at long-range combat with lightning spear attacks
  • Proper stat allocation and talisman selection are crucial for maximum effectiveness

Elden Ring’s transformative Patch 1.07 introduced sweeping balance adjustments that reshaped the entire combat meta. While bleed builds received significant nerfs to their damage output and status build-up, the update also buffed numerous other playstyles, creating fresh opportunities for character optimization. Weapon skill damage received particular attention, making certain Ashes of War more viable than ever before.

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Strategic character enhancement now extends beyond simple stat allocation to include sophisticated gear combinations and tactical ability usage. The most successful players understand how to leverage these new mechanics for maximum combat efficiency.

This comprehensive guide analyzes three exceptional builds that leverage Patch 1.07’s changes to deliver outstanding performance across both PvE and PvP scenarios. Each configuration has been thoroughly tested against the game’s most challenging content.

Despite the nerfs to bleed effectiveness, this Iron Greatsword configuration remains devastatingly powerful through sheer physical damage output. The key innovation lies in replacing traditional bleed-focused Ashes of War with high-impact alternatives that bypass the limitations imposed by the patch.

Iron Greatsword Bleed Build

The recent balance changes significantly reduced bleed build-up across all weapons, but this build compensates through exceptional scaling and tactical versatility.

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Weapons

Iron Greatsword

The Iron Greatsword configured with bleed affinity delivers exceptional physical damage scaling while maintaining respectable status application. Its weight and move-set provide excellent poise breaking capabilities against heavily armored opponents.

Cross Naginata (Long Range)

The Cross Naginata serves as your primary ranged engagement tool, addressing a common weakness in traditional bleed builds. Applying Spectral Lance transforms this weapon into a formidable projectile platform.

Located on a corpse within Gael Tunnel’s cavern system, the Cross Naginata requires careful navigation through poison pools and enemy ambushes.

Ashes of War

Lion’s Claw

Lion’s Claw executes a devastating aerial flip attack that slams your greatsword into the ground, dealing massive damage and frequently staggering even large enemies. Acquire this powerful skill by defeating the Lion Guardian patrolling Fort Gael’s exterior walls.

Spectral Lance

Spectral Lance enables precise long-range spear throws that excel at interrupting enemy spellcasting and applying pressure from safety.

Talismans

Radagon’s Soreseal

Radagon’s Soreseal provides a substantial 20-level stat boost across four key attributes, though the 15% increased damage taken requires careful positioning and dodging.

Shard of Alexander

Shard of Alexander delivers a flat 15% damage increase to all weapon skills, making it essential for builds relying heavily on Ashes of War.

Stats

Optimal attribute distribution prioritizes survivability and damage scaling:

Vigor: 60

Mind: 9

Endurance: 36

Strength: 29

Dex: 20

Intelligence: 7

Faith: 8

Arcane: 80

Additional Items

Strategic consumable usage includes the Flask of Wondrous Physic with Strength-knot Crystal Tear for burst damage situations.

This meticulously crafted samurai configuration delivers both exceptional combat performance and authentic aesthetic appeal. The build excels at rapidly dispatching bosses while maintaining the elegant combat style associated with traditional Japanese warriors.

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Weapons

Uchigatana / Nagakiba

The Uchigatana represents the classic katana experience with balanced stats and reliable performance. Meanwhile, the Nagakiba offers extended reach that proves invaluable in PvP engagements where spacing determines victory.

For pure PvE content, the Uchigatana’s lower stat requirements allow for more flexible attribute distribution.

Albinauric Bow

The Albinauric Bow stands as the premier ranged option due to its exceptional damage output and customizable Ash of War slot. Rain of Arrows transforms this weapon into an area denial tool.

Ashes of War

Unsheathe

Unsheathe functions as a Keen-scaling skill that delivers devastating quick-draw attacks. The two variations provide flexibility for different combat situations and enemy types.

Rain of Arrows

Rain of Arrows

This exceptional Ash of War unleashes a concentrated volley of arrows that blanket target areas, perfect for controlling enemy movement patterns.

Incantations

Weapon buff incantations significantly enhance your damage output, with each option providing unique tactical advantages against specific enemy types and boss encounters.

Electrify Armament

Electrify Armament imbues your blade with crackling lightning energy for 90 seconds, particularly effective against heavily armored foes and water-based enemies.

Bloodflame Blade

Bloodflame Blade applies both fire damage and 40 points of bleed build-up for 60 seconds, creating pressure through status application.

Order’s Blade

Order’s Blade

Order’s Blade consecrates your weapon with holy power for 90 seconds, excelling against undead and death-related enemies while providing additional utility against specific boss mechanics.

Talismans

Shard of Alexander

Shard of Alexander remains crucial for maximizing your weapon skill damage output across all combat scenarios.

Magic Scorpion Charms

Magic Scorpion Charms

Scorpion charms provide specialized damage amplification: Lightning Scorpion Charm for Electrify Armament, Fire Scorpion Charm for Bloodflame Blade, and Sacred Scorpion Charm for Order’s Blade applications.

Stats

Optimal attribute distribution focuses on dexterity scaling and faith requirements:

Vigor: 55

Mind: 21

Endurance: 26

Strength: 17

Dex: 80

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 31

Arcane: 10

Armor

The Land of the Reeds armor set provides the quintessential samurai aesthetic while offering balanced defensive stats. The visual appeal enhances the immersive role-playing experience without compromising combat effectiveness.

This specialized dexterity configuration leverages the Bolt of Gransax’s exceptional range and lightning damage to control engagements from safety. The build proves particularly effective against agile bosses and in invasion scenarios where positioning determines survival.

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Weapons

Bolt of Gransax

The Bolt of Gransax boasts the second-longest reach among all spears while delivering devastating lightning-based attacks that scale exceptionally with dexterity investment.

Cross-Naginata (Offhand)

Cross-Naginata (Offhand)

Power-stancing with dual spears enables rapid successive attacks that overwhelm opponents through constant pressure and extended hitboxes.

In PvP scenarios, consider main-handing the Cross-Naginata with the Bolt of Gransax in your offhand to access additional close-quarters combat options through alternative Ash of War configurations.

Talismans

Lightning Scorpion Charm

Lightning Scorpion Charm

The Lightning Scorpion Charm amplifies all lightning-based attacks by 12% while slightly reducing physical damage negation—a worthwhile trade-off for specialized builds.

Godfrey Icon

Godfrey Icon

Godfrey Icon enhances charged skills and spells by 15%, making it essential for maximizing the Ancient Lightning Spear’s damage potential.

Ashes of War

Ancient Lightning Spear

Ancient Lightning Spear

Ancient Lightning Spear conjures a massive red lightning projectile that travels rapidly toward targets, dealing exceptional damage and frequently staggering enemies upon impact.

Giant Hunt (for the Cross-Naginata)

Giant Hunt (for the Cross-Naginata)

Giant Hunt (for the Cross-Naginata)

Giant Hunt received significant buffs in recent patches, now delivering exceptional damage and poise breaking capabilities in close combat situations.

Sword Dance (for the Cross-Naginata)

Sword Dance (for the Cross-Naginata)

Sword Dance executes a rapid two-stage advancing attack that closes distance unexpectedly, catching opponents off-guard with its deceptive range and rapid execution.

Armors

Navy Hood (Head)

Navy Hood (Head)

The Navy Hood provides a modest +1 Mind stat boost, helping with frequent weapon skill usage throughout extended combat encounters.

Black Knife Armor (Chest)

Black Knife Armor (Chest)

Black Knife Armor (Chest)

Black Knife Armor muffles movement sounds, enhancing stealth capabilities for strategic positioning and surprise attacks with dual-wielded spears.

Radahn Set (Boots and Gloves)

Radahn Set (Boots and Gloves)

The Radahn Set offers solid defensive stats with relatively low weight, allowing for effective roll dodging while maintaining respectable damage reduction.

Stats

Recommended attribute distribution prioritizes dexterity and vigor:

Vigor: 60

Mind: 24

Endurance: 25

Strength: 20

Dex: 80

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 7

Mastering these builds requires understanding their specific strengths and limitations. The Iron Greatsword excels in trading blows and breaking enemy poise, while the Samurai build offers versatility through multiple damage types. The Bolt of Gransax configuration dominates through superior range control.

Common mistakes include improper talisman selection that doesn’t complement your primary damage type, or stat allocation that spreads points too thinly across multiple attributes.

Advanced players should focus on animation canceling techniques and optimal buff sequencing to maximize damage windows during boss encounters. Always prioritize survivability over marginal damage increases—dead characters deal zero damage.

For comprehensive guidance on character development fundamentals, consult our Battlefield 6 Complete Guide for foundational principles that apply across multiple game systems.

You can visit MmoGah’s Elden Ring news page if you want to stay informed, as there are a ton of more helpful guidelines and tips.

Action Checklist

  • Acquire Iron Greatsword and apply bleed affinity with Lion’s Claw
  • Farm Cross Naginata in Gael Tunnel and equip Spectral Lance
  • Complete Alexander’s questline for Shard of Alexander talisman
  • Optimize stat allocation according to build-specific recommendations
  • Practice weapon skill timing and combo execution in safe areas
  • Test build performance against various enemy types and adjust as needed

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