Whip Master Build

D-Tier Arcane Build • Elden Ring
Whip Master Build
  • Aristocrat Headband
    Helm
    Aristocrat Headband Stylish headpiece perfect for the elegant whip master aesthetic
  • Aristocrat Garb
    Chest Armor
    Aristocrat Garb Elegant light armor that doesn't restrict whip movement
  • Aristocrat Gloves
    Gloves
    Aristocrat Gloves Refined gloves for precise whip handling
  • Aristocrat Boots
    Legs
    Aristocrat Boots Completes the aristocratic ensemble
  • Thorned Whip
    Right Hand (Primary)
    Thorned Whip Whip with natural bleed buildup and good reach
  • Hoslow's Petal Whip
    Left Hand (Power Stance)
    Hoslow's Petal Whip Elegant whip for dual-wielding with unique moveset
  • Lord of Blood's Exultation
    Talisman
    Lord of Blood's Exultation Raises attack power by 20% for 20 seconds when blood loss occurs in vicinity
  • White Mask
    Talisman
    Shard of Alexander Greatly boosts the attack power of skills by 15%
  • Winged Sword Insignia
    Talisman
    Winged Sword Insignia Raises attack power with successive attacks
  • Green Turtle Talisman
    Talisman
    Green Turtle Talisman Raises stamina recovery speed by 17.7%
  • Flask of Crimson Tears 9
    Flask of Crimson Tears
    Restores HP. Standard allocation for mid-range combat.
  • Flask of Cerulean Tears 6
    Flask of Cerulean Tears
    Restores FP. For ash of war skills and special attacks.
  • Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Thorny Cracked Tear + Dexterity-knot Crystal Tear
    Effects
    Successive attacks restore HP
    Temporarily boosts Dexterity by 10
  • Bloodboil Aromatic
    Bloodboil Aromatic
    Increases attack power but reduces defense. High risk, high reward buff.
  • Kukri 40
    Kukri
    Throwing knives with bleed buildup for range harassment.

Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 45 (Good survivability for medium range combat)
  • Mind: 20 (Moderate FP for skills and abilities)
  • Endurance: 35 (Stamina for extended whip combos)
  • Strength: 12 (Minimum weapon requirements)
  • Dexterity: 40 (Secondary scaling for whip damage)
  • Intelligence: 8 (Base stat)
  • Faith: 8 (Base stat)
  • Arcane: 60 (Primary stat for status buildup and scaling)

How to Get Hoslow's Petal Whip

  • Complete Volcano Manor assassination contracts
  • Defeat Juno Hoslow in the final contract
  • Location: Mountaintops of the Giants, Shack of the Lofty
  • Unique weapon skill: Kick for gap closing

Gameplay Strategy

  • Range Control: Use whip range to stay at safe distance from enemies
  • Status Buildup: Focus on bleed and other status effects for damage
  • Power Stance: Dual-wield for unique L1 movesets and increased status
  • Crowd Control: Whips excel at hitting multiple enemies
  • Hit and Run: Strike quickly and retreat before counterattack
  • Fashion First: Prioritize style and uniqueness over pure effectiveness

Recommended Ash of War

  • Kick: Simple but effective gap closer and combo starter
  • Lightning Slash: Elemental damage boost for variety
  • Blood Tax: Drain health from enemies on hit
  • Poison Moth Flight: Unique airborne attack with status

PvP Notes

  • Unique Moveset: Opponents often unfamiliar with whip timing and range
  • Status Pressure: Bleed buildup forces defensive play from opponents
  • Range Awkwardness: Neither optimal at close nor far range
  • Style Points: Maximum fashion and uniqueness factor
  • Surprise Factor: Rarely encountered, catches people off-guard

Alternative Equipment

  • Weapon: Urumi for different whip style or Giant's Red Braid
  • Armor: Hoslow's Set for matching aesthetic
  • Talisman: Rotten Winged Sword Insignia for enhanced successive hits
  • Secondary: Varré's Bouquet for additional status options