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The Hand of Malenia, a katana imbued with the power of the Scarlet Rot, is a formidable weapon in Elden Ring, capable of devastating foes in both PvE and PvP. This guide explores a powerful Hand of Malenia build, focusing on maximizing its damage potential and utilizing its unique Ash of War, Waterfowl Dance.
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This build centers around the iconic Hand of Malenia katana, upgraded to +10. To amplify the effectiveness of incantations, the Godslayer's Seal is crucial. While any armor set is viable, Malenia's own armor provides thematic consistency and excellent poise.
Optimizing talismans is key for maximizing damage output. The recommended talismans are the Two-Headed Turtle Talisman (for stamina recovery), Shard of Alexander (for Ash of War damage boost), Millicent's Prosthesis (for dexterity scaling), and Rotten Winged Sword Insignia (for successive attack damage boosts). If any of these are unavailable, the Lord of Blood's Exaltation serves as a strong alternative, particularly in situations with consistent bleeding.
For the Wondrous Physick, the Thorny Cracked Tear and Spiked Cracked Tear are excellent choices, enhancing attack power during critical moments. Since the Hand of Malenia deals only physical damage, the Bloodboil Aromatic is the ideal buff, though other options remain viable.
The recommended stat distribution prioritizes Vigor (60) and Endurance (60) for survivability and sustained combat. Dexterity should be at 75, boosted to 80 with Millicent's Prosthesis, to maximize the Hand of Malenia's scaling. A Faith investment of 35 allows for casting Scarlet Aeonia, a potent rot-inducing incantation.
The Hand of Malenia's exceptional length, second only to the Nagakiba, makes its thrusting attacks and running R2 highly effective. Its moveset is similar to other katanas, but the standout feature is the Waterfowl Dance Ash of War. This devastating attack mimics Malenia's signature move, unleashing a flurry of blows capable of decimating even the toughest enemies. However, its high stamina cost requires careful management to avoid leaving yourself vulnerable.
Scarlet Aeonia complements this build perfectly. This incantation unleashes a wide-ranging rot explosion, inflicting Scarlet Rot on enemies, causing persistent damage over time. While it has a high FP cost, its strategic use can cripple opponents, especially in PvP encounters. The build's effectiveness in PvP is undeniable, capable of quickly overwhelming opponents with the combined power of the Hand of Malenia and Scarlet Aeonia.
This Hand of Malenia build offers a potent combination of aggressive offense and strategic application of rot. By mastering the Waterfowl Dance and utilizing Scarlet Aeonia effectively, players can dominate the Lands Between with the fury of the Rot Goddess herself.
This build centers around the iconic Hand of Malenia katana, upgraded to +10. To amplify the effectiveness of incantations, the Godslayer's Seal is crucial. While any armor set is viable, Malenia's own armor provides thematic consistency and excellent poise.
Optimizing talismans is key for maximizing damage output. The recommended talismans are the Two-Headed Turtle Talisman (for stamina recovery), Shard of Alexander (for Ash of War damage boost), Millicent's Prosthesis (for dexterity scaling), and Rotten Winged Sword Insignia (for successive attack damage boosts). If any of these are unavailable, the Lord of Blood's Exaltation serves as a strong alternative, particularly in situations with consistent bleeding.
For the Wondrous Physick, the Thorny Cracked Tear and Spiked Cracked Tear are excellent choices, enhancing attack power during critical moments. Since the Hand of Malenia deals only physical damage, the Bloodboil Aromatic is the ideal buff, though other options remain viable.
The recommended stat distribution prioritizes Vigor (60) and Endurance (60) for survivability and sustained combat. Dexterity should be at 75, boosted to 80 with Millicent's Prosthesis, to maximize the Hand of Malenia's scaling. A Faith investment of 35 allows for casting Scarlet Aeonia, a potent rot-inducing incantation.
The Hand of Malenia's exceptional length, second only to the Nagakiba, makes its thrusting attacks and running R2 highly effective. Its moveset is similar to other katanas, but the standout feature is the Waterfowl Dance Ash of War. This devastating attack mimics Malenia's signature move, unleashing a flurry of blows capable of decimating even the toughest enemies. However, its high stamina cost requires careful management to avoid leaving yourself vulnerable.
Scarlet Aeonia complements this build perfectly. This incantation unleashes a wide-ranging rot explosion, inflicting Scarlet Rot on enemies, causing persistent damage over time. While it has a high FP cost, its strategic use can cripple opponents, especially in PvP encounters. The build's effectiveness in PvP is undeniable, capable of quickly overwhelming opponents with the combined power of the Hand of Malenia and Scarlet Aeonia.
This Hand of Malenia build offers a potent combination of aggressive offense and strategic application of rot. By mastering the Waterfowl Dance and utilizing Scarlet Aeonia effectively, players can dominate the Lands Between with the fury of the Rot Goddess herself.