Moonlight Greatsword — Early Game

S-Tier Intelligence/Strength Build • Early Game Variant

The Dark Moon Greatsword requires completing Ranni's entire questline. This variant covers the Int/Str leveling path using Magic-infused greatswords until you unlock the legendary weapon.

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Stat Distribution (Level 60)

  • Vigor: 28
  • Mind: 18
  • Endurance: 18
  • Strength: 16
  • Dexterity: 11
  • Intelligence: 35
  • Faith: 8
  • Arcane: 9

Equipment Changes

  • Weapon: Lordsworn's Greatsword (Magic) — Early greatsword with Magic affinity for Int scaling
  • Staff: Meteorite Staff — Ranged sorcery backup

Strategy & Tips

  • Get Lordsworn's Greatsword from Gatefront Ruins area
  • Apply Magic affinity via Glintstone Whetblade from Raya Lucaria
  • Use jump attacks for damage and stagger like you will with DMGS later
  • Start Ranni's questline in Liurnia — it's the longest quest in the game
  • You won't get the weapon until you complete Nokron, Nokstella, and Lake of Rot