Crystal Torchpole Build

D-Tier Intelligence/Faith Build • Elden Ring
Crystal Torchpole Build
  • Glintstone Crown
    Helm
    Glintstone Crown Crystalline crown that enhances sorceries and provides Intelligence bonus
  • Lazuli Robe
    Chest Armor
    Lazuli Robe Magical robe that enhances both sorceries and incantations
  • Lazuli Gloves
    Gloves
    Lazuli Gloves Matching magical gloves for spell casting
  • Lazuli Trousers
    Legs
    Lazuli Trousers Completes the Lazuli sorcerer set
  • Crystal Torchpole
    Right Hand (Primary)
    Crystal Torchpole Crystalline polearm with magic damage and unique crystalline properties
  • Prince of Death's Staff
    Left Hand (Casting)
    Prince of Death's Staff Dual-scaling staff for Intelligence and Faith hybrid builds
  • Graven-School Talisman
    Talisman
    Graven-School Talisman Raises potency of sorceries by 4%
  • Two Fingers Heirloom
    Talisman
    Two Fingers Heirloom Raises Faith by 5
  • Stargazer Heirloom
    Talisman
    Stargazer Heirloom Raises Intelligence by 5
  • Radagon Icon
    Talisman
    Radagon Icon Shortens spell casting time significantly
  • Flask of Crimson Tears 7
    Flask of Crimson Tears
    Restores HP. Lower allocation for ranged magic combat.
  • Flask of Cerulean Tears 8
    Flask of Cerulean Tears
    Restores FP. Primary resource for hybrid spell casting.
  • Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Flask of Wondrous Physick
    Magic-Shrouding Cracked Tear + Faith-knot Crystal Tear
    Effects
    Boosts magic attack power by 20%
    Temporarily boosts Faith by 10
  • Clarifying White Cured Meat
    Clarifying White Cured Meat
    Boosts focus and reduces FP consumption temporarily.
  • Glintstone Scrap
    Glintstone Scrap
    Restores FP when consumed. Emergency backup for extended encounters.

Patch Viability

Still Viable (Patch 1.10)

Survived All Nerfs

Niche weapon. Works but many better Int options exist.

Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 40 (Basic survivability for hybrid caster)
  • Mind: 35 (Large FP pool for spells and weapon skills)
  • Endurance: 20 (Minimal stamina needs for magic focus)
  • Strength: 12 (Minimum weapon requirements)
  • Dexterity: 12 (Minimum weapon requirements)
  • Intelligence: 45 (Primary magic stat for sorceries)
  • Faith: 45 (Secondary magic stat for incantations)
  • Arcane: 9 (Base stat)

How to Get Crystal Torchpole

  • Found in Academy Crystal Cave behind an illusory wall
  • Location: Liurnia of the Lakes, requires crystal sorcerer key
  • Deals hybrid physical and magic damage
  • Unique weapon skill: Torchpole creates lingering crystal effects

Hybrid Spell Arsenal

  • Crystal Barrage: Intelligence-based projectile sorcery
  • Lightning Spear: Faith-based throwing incantation
  • Death Lightning: Hybrid damage incantation requiring both stats
  • Glintblade Phalanx: Defensive sorcery screen

Gameplay Strategy

  • Versatile Casting: Use both sorceries and incantations for adaptability
  • Polearm Reach: Maintain safe distance with crystalline weapon
  • Elemental Variety: Switch damage types based on enemy resistances
  • Support Role: Better as utility and support than primary damage dealer
  • Spell Variety: Access to both magic schools for different situations
  • Crystal Effects: Use weapon skill for area denial

PvP Notes

  • Unpredictable Arsenal: Mix of spell types confuses opponents
  • Jack of All Trades: Versatile but not specialized in any area
  • Style Build: More about uniqueness and experimentation than effectiveness
  • Meme Potential: Fun to play but not competitively viable
  • Surprise Factor: Rarely seen, opponents unsure what to expect

Alternative Equipment

  • Staff: Golden Order Seal for Faith/Intelligence scaling
  • Weapon: Winged Scythe for different hybrid approach
  • Armor: All-Knowing Set for scholarly aesthetic
  • Talisman: Marika's Scarseal for stat distribution help