Elden Ring: Magic Swordsman PVE build guide

Here's how to make a powerful swordsman that has access to a range of magical abilities in Elden Ring.

Elden Ring is a game with seemingly limitless potential, and while combining magical abilities with swift sword slashes is usually unviable in most RPGs, it absolutely works here in Elden Ring. The key to unlocking this build’s potential lies in the Moonveil, a katana that scales incredibly well with DEX as well as INT. By emphasizing your INT stat, you can also put a staff in your off-hand and wield powerful magical spells. 

PVP foes that are worth their salt are already devising ways to counter this build, but it remains incredibly powerful and can absolutely carry you through a majority of the game, especially if you have the Mimic Tear Ashes summon at your side. Just read below for one of the most powerful builds in the game.