Dragon Communion Build

A-Tier Faith Build • Elden Ring
Dragon Communion Build
  • Drake Knight Helm
    Helm
    Drake Knight Helm Dragon-themed helm with excellent fire resistance
  • Drake Knight Armor
    Chest Armor
    Drake Knight Armor Heavy armor with draconic aesthetics and resistances
  • Drake Knight Gauntlets
    Gloves
    Drake Knight Gauntlets Completes the drake knight aesthetic
  • Drake Knight Greaves
    Legs
    Drake Knight Greaves Heavy leg armor for the dragon knight set
  • Dragon King's Cragblade
    Right Hand (Primary)
    Dragon King's Cragblade Heavy thrusting sword with unique lightning skill
  • Dragon Communion Seal
    Left Hand (Catalyst)
    Dragon Communion Seal Boosts dragon communion incantations significantly
  • Flock's Canvas Talisman
    Talisman
    Flock's Canvas Talisman Raises potency of incantations by 8%
  • Lightning Scorpion Charm
    Talisman
    Lightning Scorpion Charm Raises lightning attack by 12%
  • Roar Medallion
    Talisman
    Roar Medallion Enhances roar and breath attacks by 15%
  • Godfrey Icon
    Talisman
    Godfrey Icon Enhances charged spells and skills
  • Flask of Crimson Tears 10
    Flask of Crimson Tears
    Restores HP. Balanced for moderate range combat.
  • Flask of Cerulean Tears 5
    Flask of Cerulean Tears
    Restores FP for dragon incantations and weapon skills.
  • Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Faith-knot Crystal Tear + Lightning-Shrouding Cracked Tear
    Effects
    Temporarily boosts Faith by 10
    Boosts lightning attack power by 20%
  • Lightning Grease
    Lightning Grease
    Temporarily adds lightning damage to weapons. Perfect for dragon theme.
  • Neutralizing Boluses
    Neutralizing Boluses
    Cures poison. Essential when using rot breath attacks.

Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 55 (High HP for frontline dragon combat)
  • Mind: 35 (Large FP pool for breath attacks)
  • Endurance: 25 (Moderate stamina for positioning)
  • Strength: 20 (Required for Dragon King's Cragblade)
  • Dexterity: 14 (Minimum requirement for weapon)
  • Intelligence: 8 (Base stat)
  • Faith: 70 (Primary stat for dragon incantations)
  • Arcane: 18 (Boosts Dragon Communion Seal scaling)

How to Get Dragon King's Cragblade

  • Defeat Dragonlord Placidusax in Crumbling Farum Azula
  • Location: Hidden area accessed by lying down at ruins
  • Optional boss with massive arena and dual-phase fight
  • Remembrance weapon with unique lightning skill

Key Dragon Incantations

  • Dragonfire: Classic fire breath with wide cone coverage
  • Rotten Breath: Scarlet rot breath causing lingering DoT damage
  • Dragonice: Frostbreath with frostbite buildup and damage reduction
  • Dragonclaw: Close-range lightning claw swipes with high damage
  • Placidusax's Ruin: Massive golden lightning laser beam
  • Borealis's Mist: Freezing mist cloud for area control

Gameplay Strategy

  • Breath Control: Use appropriate breath for situation (fire/rot/ice)
  • Range Management: Stay at medium range for optimal breath coverage
  • Element Switching: Adapt dragon spells to enemy weaknesses
  • Close Combat: Dragon claws for punishing aggressive enemies
  • Positioning: Use mobility to maintain ideal casting distance
  • FP Conservation: Balance high-cost breaths with efficient alternatives

PvP Notes

  • Area Denial: Breath attacks control large areas effectively
  • Status Effects: Rot and frostbite force healing/movement
  • Surprise Factor: Dragon incantations catch players off-guard
  • Counters: Vulnerable to fast rushdown and ranged pressure
  • Mixups: Vary between different breath types and claws

Alternative Equipment

  • Seal: Gravel Stone Seal for pure dragon communion scaling
  • Weapon: Vyke's War Spear for madness alternative
  • Armor: Crucible Knight Set for heavier protection
  • Talisman: Flamedrake Talisman for fire resistance when using fire breath