Powerstance Greatswords — Early Game

A-Tier Quality (Str/Dex) Build • Early Game Variant

Two greatswords are available very early: Lordsworn's from Gatefront and Claymore from Castle Morne. This build comes online fast.

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Stat Distribution (Level 50)

  • Vigor: 25
  • Mind: 10
  • Endurance: 22
  • Strength: 22
  • Dexterity: 16
  • Intelligence: 9
  • Faith: 8
  • Arcane: 7

Equipment Changes

  • Right Hand: Lordsworn's Greatsword (Quality) — Found at Gatefront Ruins within minutes of starting
  • Left Hand: Claymore (Quality) — Found in Castle Morne; same class for powerstance

Strategy & Tips

  • Get Lordsworn's Greatsword from Gatefront as your first weapon
  • Rush Castle Morne in Weeping Peninsula for the Claymore
  • Quality affinity on both for Str/Dex scaling
  • Jump L1 is your bread and butter — massive damage and stagger
  • Both weapons available within the first 1-2 hours of gameplay