Elden Ring DLC: Best Weapons & Builds Against Radahn

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Today we're diving into the best builds to take down Radahn in Elden Ring's DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. After extensive testing and numerous attempts, I've compiled six builds to help you conquer this formidable boss. From solo builds to parry builds and even one with a summon, there's something here for everyone. Let's get started!

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Elden Ring DLC Top 6 Best Builds & Weapons for Radahn Consort

1. Ice Spear Build

The Ice Spear build is the top recommendation for taking on Radahn. This build excels in both dealing damage and maintaining a safe distance. The Ice Spear does 20 posture damage per Ash of War use and builds up frost, which increases damage taken by Radahn by about 7% of his HP.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Cold Short Spear with Ice Spear

  • Seal: Any for buffs

  • Armor: Part of Rykard's set

  • Talismans: Golden Braid, Shard of Alexander, Ritual Sword Talisman, Magic Scorpion Charm

  • Flask: Magic and Faith tiers

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 22 Mind

  • 30 Endurance

  • 50 Dexterity

  • 20 Intelligence

  • 33 Faith (with Faith tier)

Strategy:
Stay at mid-range to maximize the effectiveness of Ice Spear. Avoid staying too close to Radahn to prevent being grabbed. Be mindful of his Phase 2 holy attacks, and stay front-facing to minimize his more frustrating moves.

2. Blood Parry Build

Overview:
Parrying Radahn can be a challenging but highly rewarding strategy. This build focuses on exploiting Radahn's parry windows, particularly his right arm swing, to deal critical damage with a blood-infused rapier.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Blood Rapier with Sepukku

  • Shield: Any small shield with Carian Retaliation

  • Armor: Check video for specifics

  • Talismans: Golden Braid, Lord of Blood's Exultation, Dagger Talisman, Axe Talisman (mistake in original, should be Millicent's Prosthesis)

  • Flask: Faith and Authority tiers

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 30 Endurance

  • 45 Dexterity

  • 45 Arcane

  • 25 Faith (with Faith tier)

Strategy:
Focus on parrying Radahn's right arm swing, his blood flame poke, and his double swing from the chest. Stay close to Radahn to bait his easier-to-parry attacks. Use Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Blessing's Boon for buffs.

3. Blasphemous Blade Build

Overview:
The Blasphemous Blade build provides a balanced approach with the added benefit of healing from its weapon art. This is an easier solo method that involves patiently waiting for attack windows.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Blasphemous Blade +10

  • Seal: ny for buffs

  • Armor: Rykard's set

  • Talismans: Golden Braid, Shard of Alexander, Fire Scorpion Charm

  • Flask: Flame and Opaline Hard tiers

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 23 Mind

  • 31 Endurance

  • 22 Strength

  • 60 Faith

Strategy:
Dodge Radahn's attacks and use the Blasphemous Blade's Ash of War during his attack windows. Stay close to Radahn to avoid his more difficult-to-dodge attacks. Use Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Blessing's Boon for buffs.

4. Blood Fiend's Arm Build

This build uses the Blood Fiend's Arm and Endure to maximize posture damage and bleed buildup. It's highly effective for those who prefer aggressive, up-close combat.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Blood Fiend's Arm +25 with Endure

  • Seal: Any for buffs

  • Armor: Check video for specifics

  • Talismans: Axe Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Dagger Talisman, Lord of Blood's Exultation

  • Flask: Faith and Opaline Hard tiers

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 40 Strength (60 with two-handed bonus)

  • 45 Arcane

  • 25 Faith (with Faith tier)

Strategy:
Utilize charge attacks and Endure to stay close to Radahn, focusing on posture damage and bleed buildup. Use Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Blessing's Boon for buffs.

5. Misericorde Parry Build

This build uses the Misericorde with frost for its high critical multiplier, making it excellent for parrying and dealing massive critical damage.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Cold Misericorde +25

  • Shield: Any small shield with Carian Retaliation

  • Armor: Check video for specifics

  • Talismans: Golden Braid, Magic Scorpion Charm, Arsenal Charm, Dagger Talisman

  • Flask: Faith and Opaline Hard tiers

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 20 Mind

  • 30 Endurance

  • 15 Strength

  • 60 Dexterity

  • 20 Intelligence

  • 25 Faith (with Faith tier)

Strategy:
Stay close to Radahn and parry his right arm swing and other parryable attacks. Use Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Blessing's Boon for buffs. Take advantage of the Misericorde's high critical damage with frost buildup.

6. Shield Summon Build

This build utilizes the Mimic Tear summon and a greatshield for a more defensive approach. It's the easiest build due to the support from the summon.

Equipment:

  • Weapon: Blasphemous Blade +10

  • Shield: Black Steel Greatshield

  • Seal: Erdtree Seal

  • Armor: Godskin Apostle set

  • Talismans: Golden Braid, Greatshield Talisman, Shard of Alexander, Fire Scorpion Charm

  • Flask:Flame and Opaline Hard tiers

  • Summon: Mimic Tear +10

Stats:

  • 60 Vigor

  • 50 Strength

  • 40 Faith

  • 30 Endurance

Strategy:
Use the greatshield to block Radahn's attacks and let the Mimic Tear deal damage. Use Golden Vow, Flame Grant Me Strength, and Blessing's Boon for buffs. Heal the Mimic Tear with Heal From Afar as needed.

I hope this guide helps you conquer Radahn in Elden Ring's DLC. Whether you prefer parrying, casting, or summoning, there's a build here for you. Remember, learning Radahn's moveset and staying close to him are key strategies for success. Good luck, and happy hunting!