Ranni's Dark Moon Build

S-Tier Intelligence Build • Elden Ring
Ranni's Dark Moon Build
  • Snow Witch Hat
    Helm
    Snow Witch Hat Boosts cold sorceries. Signature hat of Renna/Ranni
  • Snow Witch Robe
    Chest Armor
    Snow Witch Robe Enhances cold sorceries and magic resistance
  • Preceptor's Gloves
    Gloves
    Preceptor's Gloves Light gloves that complement the mage aesthetic
  • Preceptor's Trousers
    Legs
    Preceptor's Trousers Matching leg armor for the scholar look
  • Dark Moon Greatsword
    Right Hand (Primary)
    Dark Moon Greatsword Ranni's legendary sword. Skill: Moonlight Greatsword - imbues blade with magic
  • Lusat's Glintstone Staff
    Left Hand (Catalyst)
    Lusat's Glintstone Staff Boosts sorcery potency but increases FP costs
  • 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%
  • Radagon Icon
    Talisman
    Radagon Icon Shortens spell casting time significantly
  • Godfrey Icon
    Talisman
    Godfrey Icon Enhances charged spells and skills
  • Flask of Crimson Tears 8
    Flask of Crimson Tears
    Restores HP. Lower count due to ranged combat style.
  • Flask of Cerulean Tears 7
    Flask of Cerulean Tears
    Restores FP. High count for intensive sorcery usage.
  • 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 temporarily
  • Magic Grease
    Magic Grease
    Temporarily adds magic damage to weapons. Enhances sword attacks.
  • Starlight Shards
    Starlight Shards
    Restores FP. Emergency backup for extended combat.

Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 45 (Sufficient HP for mage survivability)
  • Mind: 40 (Large FP pool for intensive casting)
  • Endurance: 20 (Moderate stamina for hybrid combat)
  • Strength: 16 (Required for Dark Moon Greatsword)
  • Dexterity: 11 (Minimum requirement)
  • Intelligence: 80 (Soft cap for maximum damage)
  • Faith: 8 (Base stat)
  • Arcane: 9 (Base stat)

How to Get Dark Moon Greatsword

  • Complete Ranni's questline to the very end
  • Location: Moonlight Altar, after defeating Astel
  • Reward for finishing Ranni's Age of Stars ending path
  • One of the most powerful Intelligence weapons in the game

Key Sorceries

  • Ranni's Dark Moon: Massive cold damage and debuff
  • Adula's Moonblade: Frost magic sword projection
  • Glintstone Icecrag: Fast cold projectile with good FP efficiency
  • Freezing Mist: Area denial with frostbite buildup
  • Rock Sling: Excellent physical damage with poise break

Gameplay Strategy

  • Hybrid Combat: Switch between sword and sorceries as needed
  • Moonlight Greatsword: Activate skill for magic-infused blade
  • Cold Synergy: Stack frostbite with multiple cold sorceries
  • Range Control: Use Dark Moon and Moonblade for long-range pressure
  • FP Management: Balance high-cost spells with efficient alternatives
  • Positioning: Stay mobile and use range advantage

PvP Notes

  • Opener: Ranni's Dark Moon forces defensive play
  • Hybrid Pressure: Mix sword attacks with sorceries
  • Frostbite: Cold damage reduces damage and stamina
  • Counters: Vulnerable to magic-resistant builds and pressure
  • Range Game: Excels at mid to long range combat

Alternative Equipment

  • Staff: Carian Regal Scepter for balanced damage/FP cost
  • Weapon: Wing of Astel for alternative Intelligence weapon
  • Armor: Carian Knight Set for matching aesthetics
  • Talisman: Carian Filigreed Crest for reduced skill costs