Greatsword — PvP Duels

B-Tier Strength Build • PvP Duels Variant

The Greatsword's crouch poke defined the PvP meta for months. This variant leverages the colossal sword's unique PvP tools.

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Stat Distribution (Level 150)

  • Vigor: 60
  • Mind: 12
  • Endurance: 38
  • Strength: 55
  • Dexterity: 13
  • Intelligence: 9
  • Faith: 8
  • Arcane: 7

Equipment Changes

  • Ash of War: Giant Hunt — Launches opponents for rollcatching and true combos

Strategy & Tips

  • Crouch R1 (poke) is the fastest colossal weapon attack — use it constantly
  • The poke outranges most weapons and catches rolls
  • Giant Hunt launches opponents into the air for follow-up R1s
  • Jump R1 is faster than R2 and still does great damage
  • At high poise, trade your crouch poke through lighter weapons for free