Elden Ring: BEST Thrusting Swords [Top 11]

In the vast and intricate world of Elden Ring, blades such as the best Thrusting Swords stand out as versatile and lethal weapons, tailored for players who prioritize precision and unique combat techniques. These blades, ranging from the frost-inducing Frozen Needle to the formidable Bloody Helice, offer a spectrum of abilities, whether it’s harnessing the power of Ashes of War or delivering rapid, staggering attacks. Obtained through various means, these swords cater to diverse gameplay strategies across both PvP and PvE scenarios in Elden Ring.

My Choices For The Best Thrusting Swords In Elden Ring

Here is an overview of the best Thrusting swords in Elden Ring showcased along with Attack physical, Critical stat, best feature, and the best usage of these weapons in the game:

11. Frozen Needle

Frozen Needle is one of the best Thrusting Swords in Elden Ring. It offers standard strength and dexterity in addition to the unique ability to build up frost on Vulnerable enemies. The Frozen Needle has limited range, but you can easily counteract it by launching a frosty projectile close to you.

The fact that it cannot be infused with Ashes of War makes it a little dull in my opinion, but in order to overcome this limitation, you can obtain some Somber Smithing Stones to upgrade the weapon and even the odds.

The Frozen Needle can be obtained from the chest of Kingsrealm Ruins after defeating the Royal Revenant Boss.

If you want more Phy dmg and Frostbite build-up, then I recommend the Icerind Hatchet. It has more dmg potential but with a higher weight.

10. Rapier

Rapier is one of those weapons that you can use at the very early stages of the Elden Ring. Despite being the shortest of the Thrusting Swords, it’s highest critical damage that is near to some of the best daggers in Elden Ring makes it a powerful weapon.

Rapier has an exeptional 130 Crit stat. Rapier can help you deal the most damage if the opponent is trying to betray and dodge you. Furthermore, I think the low stamina consumption of the Rapier makes it a must-have weapon. It can be purchased from the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold.

Only for Crit builds, I suggest using the Misericorde for that purpose. It is a dagger and has the highest Crit stat in Elden Ring

9. Rogier’s Rapier

The Rogier’s Rapier is a very decent choice for a rapier in the early game as it comes with one of the most powerful Ashes of War, the Glintblade Phalanax that is fairly decent till the mid-game and I found that it can even stagger most of the enemies in just a few hits.

Rogier’s Rapier features a powerful heavy attack that hits twice in rapid succession. Furthermore, Rogier’s Rapier shares a critical rate similar to the regular rapier at 110, making it effective against all bosses.

Rogier’s Rapier is obtained from the Sorcerer Rogier at Roundtable Hold. Rogier’s Rapier has a +8 version by default, making it useful during the early game Mage Build in Elden Ring.

8. Antspur Rapier

Antspur Rapier is yet another Thrusting Sword, a highly regarded weapon in Elden Ring that can be infused with Ashes of War to gain additional effects such as Poisonous Mist Ash, Bleed Affinity, and Scarlet Rot.

The Antspur Rapier may seem underwhelming to you at first due to its short length, but it requires 10 Strength and 20 Dexterity, making it stand out. You can only get Antspur Rapier once you defeat Maleigh Marais, the Shaded Castle Castellan.

7. Godskin Stitcher

The Godskin Stitcher is also a heavily customizable Rapier in Elden Ring. It can be upgraded with Smithing Stones and possesses features of unique heavy attack and solid piercing damage against enemies.

As per my experience, its ability to change its Ash of War is what makes it a powerful weapon. The different Ashes of War will help you overcome its slow attack animations. You can make use of the Godskin Stitcher by defeating the optional Godskin Noble Boss.

6. Estoc

Estoc is another Rapier that can be collected in the early game in Elden Ring. This particular Rapier possesses the weapon art of Impaling Thrust, which makes its attacks rapid and also negates enemies’ defense.

Additionally, my suggestion is to pair it with Bloodhound’s Step Ash of War to make it one of the most lethal weapons in Elden Ring. Estoc has great scaling with dexterity and Smithing Stones can be used to improve it.

Furthermore, Estoc is also one of the only Thrusting Swords that can be dual-wielded and inflict status-causing affinities like cold, poison, and blood. It costs 3000 runes to purchase from the Nomadic merchant in Liurnia of the Lakes.

5. Noble’s Estoc

Noble’s Estoc is a good Rapier in PVP but doesn’t fit in for PVE as you have to farm Wandering Noble enemies and kill specific enemies to get the Noble’s Estoc. This Thrusting Sword has a longer reach but deals less damage as compared to regular Estoc.

However, since Noble’s Estoc is one of the most difficult weapons to obtain in Elden Ring and there are better rapiers available, I won’t strongly recommend it.

Due to the very low drop rate of this weapon, you might be looking for some other options. Thus, I recommend the Short Spear for the same thrusting moveset and more dmg but also the demerit of slightly higher weight.

4. Great Epee

Great Epee is a heavy-thrusting sword that can be obtained immediately after completing the tutorial and helps you get through most of the early game. This, like Estoc, can be improved by Smithing Stones, and its Ashes of War can be altered.

In my tests, Great Epee did less damage than its counterparts in most situations, but it can launch a strong heavy attack that will stun the majority of opponents in Elden Ring. Great Epee can be found in an enemy camp near Agheel Lake.

3. Cleanrot’s Knight Sword

The Cleanrot’s Knight Sword is comparatively longer than other Thrusting Swords available in the Elden Ring. It can be used to stab at far-off opponents while the player is behind the shield. Although it lacks some real noteworthy abilities like a unique heavy attack, I believe its most powerful option of Heavy Affinity avoids limiting its moveset in most situations.

The Cleanrot’s Knight Sword can be boosted with Smithing Stones, and its Ash of War can also be altered. However, Cleanrot’s Knight Sword weapon will require you to farm the Lesser Cleanrot Knights to get the Rapier.

2. Dragon King’s Cragblade

This is another of the best Thrusting Swords in Elden Ring that has a decent range and wonderful performance than other Thrusting Swords due to its skill known as Thundercloud Form, which enables you to turn into a cloud of lightning and travel a far distance before smashing into an opponent.

You can acquire Dragon King’s Cragblade only at the end of Elden Ring which has an impressive damage uplift of 30% and 15% against dragon-type enemies.

You must kill the hidden boss, Dragonlord Placidusax, found at Farum Azula, to get the weapon. After defeating the boss, then trade in his remembrance to Enia at the Roundtable Hold to unlock Dragon King’s Cragblade.

1. Bloody Helice

Bloody Helice is another massive Thrusting Sword you will come across in the Elden Ring. This sword has the special weapon art Dynast’s Finesse, which provides you with a great dodge that can be quickly followed by a series of unique heavy attacks. The higher scaling of this weapon and its ability to cause Blood Loss Buildup make it strong enough to warrant consideration. Bloody Helice is also the perfect weapon for the best blood build in Elden Ring, and I can certainly vouch for that.

To obtain the Bloody Helice, simply defeat the boss, Sanguine Noble, and obtain the sword from the chest as a reward.

If you want a similar weapon for bleed and dmg output, then I’ve got you covered with the Bloodhound Fang. It has the same skill shared with Bloody helice and can deal more dmg and poise.

My Recommendation For Best Thrusting Swords In Elden Ring

As someone who heavily prefers heavy weapons in souls-like games, Dragon King’s Cragblade is easily the best thrusting sword in Elden Ring for me. It has one of the coolest Ash of War in the game. Transforming into a large thunderous cloud and following it up with a strong airborne piece attack that can’t be interrupted is this weapon’s best feature.

Bloody Helice is another great choice for someone who likes back and forth flow of the combat. Its Ash of War grants a dodge that can followed up with a thrust attack. Bosses like Malenia can definitely be abused by this.

Now that you know about the Best Thrusting Swords in Elden Ring, I encourage you to also read BEST Fist Weapons & Talismans In Elden Ring, Best Spear, Best Medium Shield, and Elden Ring Bird Farm guides.

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