The Ten Most OP Weapons in Elden Ring (DLC Included): The Real Stars of the Show

Welcome to the wild world of Elden Ring, where you can either swing a sword like a legend or roll around like a panic-stricken potato. The Lands Between is a playground of pure chaos, and nothing says "I’m the boss here" quite like wielding the most overpowered (OP) weapons. Whether you’re looking to smash bosses in two hits or make PvP players cry, these ten weapons will make you feel like a god (or at least let you pretend). Let’s dive into the Top 10 Most OP Weapons in Elden Ring, including the spicy new picks from the DLC.

1. Blasphemous Blade – Your All-in-One Death Stick

Build: Strength/Faith
Weapon Skill: Taker’s Flames
Where to Find: Trade Remembrance of the Blasphemous with Enia in Roundtable Hold (after defeating Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy).

This thing is less of a sword and more of a fiery death machine. The Blasphemous Blade heals you for 10% of your health every time you kill an enemy, meaning you’re basically invincible in regular encounters. Pair that with Taker’s Flames, which spews out a column of lava like it’s an angry volcano, and you’ll melt through bosses and enemies alike. It’s the perfect weapon for Faith builds, but even if you're not deeply invested in Faith, it's hard to argue with the "I hit stuff, I get health" perk.

Perfect for players who want their health bar to look as smug as their grin.

2. Rivers of Blood – Bleed Builds' Best Friend

Build: Dexterity/Arcane
Weapon Skill: Corpse Piler
Where to Find: Dropped by Bloody Finger Okina at the Church of Repose (Mountaintops of the Giants).

Before FromSoftware had to step in and slap it with the nerf stick, Rivers of Blood was the PvP weapon that made you avoid duels like the plague. Corpse Piler is the real star here, slashing enemies into a fine mist of blood while proccing Bleed like it's going out of style. Even post-nerf, it’s still a monstrous weapon for Arcane builds, with Bleed builds especially benefitting from its sheer aggression. The name says it all: there will be blood.

Pro tip: Dual-wielding Rivers of Blood with another katana is the fastest way to become everyone’s least favorite invader.

3. Moonveil – The Weeb’s Wet Dream

Build: Dexterity/Intelligence
Weapon Skill: Transient Moonlight
Where to Find: Gael Tunnel, dropped by the Magma Wyrm boss.

If you’ve ever wanted to live out your anime fantasies of slicing through the air in a flash of light, Moonveil is your go-to. Transient Moonlight fires off a magical beam that screams “I watched too much Naruto as a kid,” and it deals massive damage on top of having a stylish animation. It's beloved by Intelligence builds but is flexible enough to slip into any loadout that leans into spellcasting. Moonveil was the katana for PvP before Rivers of Blood stole the crown.

Great for when you want to cast spells but can’t be bothered with all that “casting time” nonsense.

4. Sacred Relic Sword – Post-Game Flex for Grinding Runes

Build: Strength/Faith
Weapon Skill: Wave of Gold
Where to Find: Trade the Elden Remembrance with Enia after defeating the final boss.

Look, this weapon is OP for one reason: farming runes. Sure, it’s a decent sword in its own right, but the real MVP here is Wave of Gold, an AoE blast that hits everything within a mile radius. Whether you’re chopping down end-game bosses or farming runes in your favorite graveyard, this sword makes you feel like you’re Moses parting the Red Sea. Is it overkill for regular enemies? Absolutely. Do we care? Not at all.

Ideal for players who don’t want to grind but still want to have 50+ in every stat.

5. Hand of Malenia – Let’s Dance

Build: Dexterity
Weapon Skill: Waterfowl Dance
Where to Find: Trade Malenia’s Remembrance with Enia (after you stop crying from beating her).

Malenia’s sword is like she herself was—elegant, fast, and designed to make you suffer. The Hand of Malenia comes with the Waterfowl Dance skill, a ballet of slashes that makes anyone caught in its path wish they were never born. While it's flashy and effective, it’s also risky since you’re locked in the animation for a bit, making you vulnerable to counterattacks. Dexterity builds that love living on the edge (and also love punishing their controllers) will adore this blade.

Warning: Using this in PvP will make your enemies feel like they’re fighting Malenia again. They won’t thank you.

6. Dark Moon Greatsword – Magic Laser for the Win

Build: Intelligence
Weapon Skill: Moonlight Greatsword
Where to Find: Complete Ranni’s questline and receive it from her in the Cathedral of Manus Celes.

Another FromSoftware classic, the Dark Moon Greatsword fires off devastating magic projectiles with every swing, making it a staple for Intelligence builds. The weapon skill, Moonlight Greatsword, turns the blade into a glimmering stick of magic death that will send anything in front of you to the shadow realm. It’s not just a weapon—it’s a tradition at this point.

Every magic user knows the deal: If you're going full Intelligence, this sword has to be in your collection.

7. Starscourge Greatsword – Gravity Defying Power

Build: Strength/Intelligence
Weapon Skill: Starcaller Cry
Where to Find: Trade Starscourge Radahn’s Remembrance with Enia.

Ever looked at Radahn and thought, "I want to be that guy"? The Starscourge Greatsword lets you live that dream. This colossal dual-wielded greatsword combo is all about smashing everything in sight and then smashing it again for good measure. The Starcaller Cry skill pulls enemies in like a black hole, before slamming them into the ground like the Hulk throwing a tantrum. Bonus points for looking like a total beast while doing it.

Ideal for those who love strength builds but secretly wish they could cosplay as a sentient asteroid.

8. Maliketh’s Black Blade – Death By Debuff

Build: Strength/Faith
Weapon Skill: Destined Death
Where to Find: Trade Maliketh’s Remembrance with Enia.

Maliketh’s Black Blade is more than just a sword; it’s a life-ender. Destined Death reduces an enemy’s max HP and continues to drain their life for a short time. In other words, you can turn any boss fight into a race against their own mortality. Pair this with a beefy Strength/Faith build, and you'll be a walking apocalypse.

Perfect for those moments when you want to remind enemies that, in the end, death comes for us all—some faster than others.

9. Marais Executioner’s Sword – Spin to Win

Build: Strength/Arcane
Weapon Skill: Eochaid’s Dancing Blade
Where to Find: Found in The Shaded Castle, Altus Plateau.

If you enjoy the idea of turning yourself into a human Beyblade, then the Marais Executioner’s Sword is calling your name. Its weapon skill, Eochaid’s Dancing Blade, sends the sword spinning toward enemies, dealing absurd amounts of damage as it whirls around like a possessed blender. Strength and Arcane builds can make great use of this weapon, but fair warning: it might look a little ridiculous.

For the player who wants to be both stylish and an absolute menace to everything around them.

10. Dragon King’s Cragblade – Lightning Strikes Twice

Build: Dexterity
Weapon Skill: Thundercloud Form
Where to Find: Trade the Dragonlord Placidusax Remembrance with Enia.

Last but certainly not least, we have the Dragon King’s Cragblade, the ultimate weapon for Dexterity builds looking to bring the storm. Thundercloud Form turns you into—you guessed it—a giant thundercloud, letting you strike down foes with lightning precision. It’s the kind of over-the-top weapon skill that makes you feel like Zeus on a bad day.

For when you’re tired of hitting things the normal way and want to channel the power of Thor.

Final Thoughts

With these ten OP weapons in your arsenal, you’ll be well on your way to conquering Elden Ring’s most dangerous foes (or just making your friends rage-quit in PvP). Whether you’re a spell-slinging sorcerer or a strength-based juggernaut, there’s something here for everyone—and a lot of it is comically overpowered. So grab one of these bad boys, and go remind the Lands Between who’s really in charge.