Comet Azur Build

A-Tier Intelligence Build • Elden Ring
Comet Azur Build
  • Azur's Glintstone Crown
    Helm
    Azur's Glintstone Crown Reduces FP cost of Azur sorceries by 15% but increases FP cost of other sorceries by 15%
  • Snow Witch Robe
    Chest Armor
    Snow Witch Robe Boosts cold sorceries and provides good magical defense
  • Snow Witch Gloves
    Gloves
    Snow Witch Gloves Matching set piece for magical defense
  • Snow Witch Skirt
    Legs
    Snow Witch Skirt Completes the Snow Witch set
  • Lusat's Glintstone Staff
    Right Hand (Primary)
    Lusat's Glintstone Staff Legendary staff with highest sorcery scaling but increased FP cost
  • Prince of Death's Staff
    Left Hand (Backup)
    Prince of Death's Staff High Intelligence/Faith scaling staff for utility spells
  • Graven-Mass Talisman
    Talisman
    Graven-Mass Talisman Greatly raises potency of sorceries by 8%
  • Magic Scorpion Charm
    Talisman
    Magic Scorpion Charm Raises magic attack by 12% but increases physical damage taken by 10%
  • Godfrey Icon
    Talisman
    Godfrey Icon Enhances charged spells and skills by 15%
  • Radagon Icon
    Talisman
    Radagon Icon Shortens spell casting time significantly
  • Flask of Crimson Tears 5
    Flask of Crimson Tears
    Restores HP. Minimal allocation due to ranged combat.
  • Flask of Cerulean Tears 10
    Flask of Cerulean Tears
    Restores FP. Primary resource for continuous casting.
  • Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Magic-Shrouding Cracked Tear + Cerulean Hidden Tear
    Effects
    Boosts magic attack power by 20%
    Eliminates FP consumption for 10 seconds
  • Terra Magica
    Terra Magica
    Sorcery that creates a sigil boosting magic damage by 35% when standing on it.
  • Starlight Shards
    Starlight Shards
    Restores FP. Emergency backup for extended encounters.

Patch Viability

Still Viable (Patch 1.10)

FP cost increased in 1.04, but the Cerulean Hidden Tear combo still works. Gimmicky but effective.

Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 40 (Basic survivability)
  • Mind: 50 (Massive FP pool for continuous casting)
  • Endurance: 15 (Minimal stamina needs)
  • Strength: 8 (Base stat)
  • Dexterity: 10 (Base stat)
  • Intelligence: 80 (Soft cap for maximum damage)
  • Faith: 8 (Base stat)
  • Arcane: 9 (Base stat)

How to Get Comet Azur

  • Meet Primeval Sorcerer Azur in Street of Sages Ruins, Caelid
  • Location: Hermit Village, Mt. Gelmir (after talking to Azur)
  • Must have 60 Intelligence to cast
  • Talk to Azur again after Ranni's questline progression

Essential Sorceries

  • Comet Azur: Primary spell - continuous beam of devastating damage
  • Terra Magica: 35% damage boost when standing on the sigil
  • Rock Sling: Physical damage for magic-resistant enemies
  • Glintstone Pebble: FP-efficient spell for regular encounters

Gameplay Strategy

  • Setup Combo: Cast Terra Magica, drink Physick, then unleash Comet Azur
  • Boss Melting: Can eliminate most bosses in seconds with proper setup
  • Positioning: Stay at maximum range and use terrain for cover
  • FP Management: Cerulean Hidden Tear allows free casting for 10 seconds
  • Backup Plans: Use Rock Sling for magic-resistant enemies
  • Glass Cannon: Prioritize damage over defense - avoid all damage

PvP Notes

  • Setup Required: Needs Terra Magica setup which is telegraphed
  • High Risk/Reward: Can one-shot but easily countered
  • Zoning Tool: Comet Azur controls large areas
  • Counters: Fast rushdown and magic resist completely shuts down
  • Best Usage: Area denial and punishing healing attempts

Alternative Equipment

  • Staff: Carian Regal Scepter for balanced FP costs
  • Helm: Twinsage Glintstone Crown for extra Intelligence
  • Talisman: Primal Glintstone Blade for FP cost reduction
  • Spell: Comet for more controlled casting