Elden Ring: How is the Darkmoon Greatsword Still This Good? - Intelligence Build

[@Sargatas]

Darkmoon greatsword is a weapon that doesn't even require a build to play with. You just grab it and annihilate the game with 1,5 buttons. That's it.

[@pastorgainzgames]

Yeah dude it’s super wild how good it is

[@artsworstenemy8956]

I’m glad it makes the weapon actually feel legendary

[@JimboSlice02]

The projectile had no targeting when the game first released. Couldn't go uphill or downhill so you could only use it on flat terrain. It got patched after I already beat the game, so it deserves to be good in the DLC.

[@pastorgainzgames]

lol dude that’s super wild I didn’t know that

[@mattswank]

Agreed

[@s00bly]

i forgot about that completely, he’s right because when on ledges i could not aim towards enemies below me but this was during the first month of launch or so 😂

[@CodyMesser-l3c]

It’s still like that

[@dtwduuvaaall6865]

​@@CodyMesser-l3cNo it's not lol

[@AmazingLube]

I personally play a more tanky version of this for some time already with natural 51 poise and a jellyfish greatshield. I’m hotting those 3k per swing but can actually take some hits. It’s really great

[@pastorgainzgames]

Ooooo sounds good dude that’s a solid idea

[@Baghabra]

Great vid. I am currently having similar build , but with samurai outfit that I didn't change throughout my current run. Also using moonviel katana as 2nd weapon. I took this sword even before beating margott.

[@pastorgainzgames]

Dude I love the Moonveil so much bro it’s a good one

[@michaelespinosa9168]

Umbasa pastor! My very first character was a mage and once you discover night comets power there is no need to get close to any enemy when you one shot them from afar 😊 but both the moonlight gsword and moonveil are fun when you want to mix it up. But the only melee a true mage needs is carian slicer and adula’s moon blade boosted by the carian staff and night comets loss staves. Pure caster no vigor ftw! I run a 138 with 99 int 38 mind 20 vigor and rest endurance

[@pastorgainzgames]

Solid build man and I love the mage melee combo it’s always so fun

[@TheJoker-bz2uz]

I like this build. But something I don't see really ever is you can still get big bleed damage out of a non bleed build. Meaning, if you wear the white mask, Lord of blood's exaltation instead of Godfrey icon, and equip a light weapon like rapier with seppuku and use it before a boss fight you crank your damage up considerably. It really is noticable, and with zero invested into arcane you still get bleed build level damage. I love this play style and wish I saw others enjoying it like I do.

[@pastorgainzgames]

interesting build idea for sure man. Also thanks for liking the build!

[@asiadmajeed]

Thanks for the video. This was my first build. Being a noob it felt “easier “ to keep some distance

[@angelborislavov9192]

Distance is bad vs most of the bosses in the game

[@pastorgainzgames]

Yeah dude no problem!

[@pastorgainzgames]

Not really ☺️

[@asiadmajeed]

@@angelborislavov9192 I learned to close in more once I got better. 💪still a novice compared to our channel host

[@axel8406]

Great build. I am running a darkmoon greatsword build now. I would add some faith for buffs and quality of life spells. If you are doing pvp, switch out the sorcery talisman for the bull goat talisman. I would sacrifice damage from the chest piece and legs for armor that can get me at least 89 poise. That way you can trade shots in pvp and possibly break them before you get broken.

[@Whiz_Witt]

Thanks for the vid! What would you recommend as the third Talisman if you missed out on getting the Magic Scorpion Charm?

[@pastorgainzgames]

Hmmm. U could go Two handed sword talisman if you have the DLC

[@Whiz_Witt]

@@pastorgainzgames I do have it just haven’t started that part yet. Thanks for the help 👍

[@teno777]

Love this build. I’ve got a hybrid str/int build (34/60), power stancing the dmgs with a cold greatsword. Super fast frostbite, powerstancing deals a lot of dmg, millicent’s prosthesis to rack up the boost with dual hits, and then obliterate with the dmgs. Super versatile, the setup is easy and is done naturally, and I can still have 66 poise. Extremely fun and melee centric, with sorceries at the ready. The strongest and most fun build I’ve made.

[@pastorgainzgames]

Super dope bro! Glad it worked out for you!

[@lordcommissar7813]

Forget the ritual sword talisman I recommend the new 2 handed weapon talisman. 15 percent boost as long as both hands are on the sword

[@zar0nar]

Wow didn't know that the godfrey icon will boost the attack,this is great 😁

[@pastorgainzgames]

Yeah man it is so good

[@domin8tion651]

Just the sword attack or the projectile too?

[@pastorgainzgames]

@@domin8tion651 the Godfrey icon only effects the projectile

[@domin8tion651]

@@pastorgainzgames oh ok thanks bro

[@Mrbadass0]

Thanks! This is gonna be my DLC Build!

[@Altroo]

It got nerfed with the dlc

[@cryptified1024]

@@Altroo what did they nerf?

[@Altroo]

@@cryptified1024 the sword icy waves no longer break ennemy stances now

[@Waxf0rd]

Nice vids. Love your content bro. My first playthrough was a mage because it was just easier to snipe enemies and keep distance. That sword is awesome. On a side note, on your warped axe video, can I ask for an opinion? Am thinking of trying it out, but could I dual wield instead of using just one? And if yes, what ash of war should I put on the left hand one? Don't know if you can help, but asking never hurts

[@pastorgainzgames]

Hey dude thanks I appreciate that. For the warped axe build u can do frost or bleed on the second one. Bleed goes crazy but I always love the frost proc as well!

[@Waxf0rd]

@@pastorgainzgames thank you too for reply. Any solid ash of war option then? Also not sure if the game works like this, but if I put barbaric roar on left hand, would my right hand with cragblade also get the new R2 move? Other than that curious what ash you would recommend using for off hand

[@pastorgainzgames]

So I don't believe it would however I have never tried it, a roar would be a good option though since you would get the buffs from it, just make sure to use the roar medallion. As far as ashes of war, It depends on what you wanna use. I usually just use the ash in my mainhand cause I am on Xbox and it sucks to go back and forth lol@@Waxf0rd

[@Waxf0rd]

@@pastorgainzgames much appreciated mate. Thanks

[@pastorgainzgames]

Of course man!@@Waxf0rd

[@LOGAN-uh3st]

since im doing kindoff a cosplay build and wanna use arrows instead of the knight comet do i change the staff that i use? also is there a difference if i get my stats to 200 lvl?

[@pastorgainzgames]

stats to 200 just get more strength or faith for flame grant me strength and golden vow. U don't have to change the staff if you don't want to

[@_Shadoh_]

I prefer a tankier variation with better armor(also the Spellblade set is so ugly imo), so I don't care about losing that 8% damage, Snow Witch hat and the rest Scaled armor or Banished Knight Armor looks way better. Also, why 40 Strength?? Not worth all these stat points at all imo, I put way more in Endurance to be able to spam the projectiles longer(they have a big stamina cost) and also 60 vigor and 80 int. My build still does insane damage, but is very nicely balanced too. And for even more craziness (if you want to use spirit ashes that is) you can use Mimic tear and give him Rykards Rancor, he uses the Darkmoon Greatsword and also casts the spell which does huge damage and also resets the frostbite status. Just a crazy strong build and my favourite weapon in the game 🥰

[@pastorgainzgames]

Nice man, I use the 40 strength because I still like to hit with the physical damage from time to time but I can see the appeal of what ur talking about!

[@MrPompeo08]

Hi, I'm using the dark moon greatsword but, I'm not usint the exactly talisman that u, I use Alexander, Godfrey, Scorpion and Radagan!... I'm using the same set that u, and my status it's almost exactly yours, but sometimes I have to using a little bit more spells during my game because I didn't get all the movies sets from bosses or mobs. About my build, do u have some tips or any improvments?

[@pastorgainzgames]

Everything I use is in the video so I would recommend you follow as close as you can to what I have here in the build

[@DebbieSmith_Kam]

Build looks amazing - about to hit NG+3 and am super casual, have 229 levels - where would you prioritize after 170?

[@pastorgainzgames]

So I would get Faith up so you can use flame grant me strength and golden vow, would add 35% Physical damage as well as 15% damage negation

[@DebbieSmith_Kam]

@@pastorgainzgames Definitely in the works. Started the new build last night on +3 and so far it is doing phenomenally well. Thanks so much!

[@pastorgainzgames]

U are most welcome man!@@DebbieSmith_Kam

[@jonesygrets6029]

Anything to do with rannis bloodline I make a build out of it This includes spells, ashes of war etc

[@makoto4589]

Is this any good in colosseum? Started new game and muled my stuff to a new build cuz I was overleveled in my other one, but I want a pvp build. I genuinely don't know what to do lol

[@pastorgainzgames]

I think u could try it but I don’t PvP so I’m not sure

[@Jopanderi]

If you didnt have the shard of alexander what talisman would you use

[@pastorgainzgames]

Anything u can to enhance your quality of life. ☺️

[@PesoPluma-kg4eq]

What great rune did you use

[@pastorgainzgames]

I think I was using godricks for the 5 stats of all types

[@TheEternalOne178]

I’m really impressed can’t believe I slept on this weapon what class did you start with

[@pastorgainzgames]

Its wild man

[@MusicWizard85]

It's a great weapon but Fallingstar Beast Jaw is more powerful. My stats are all 99 maxed. Dark Moon Greatsword (no talismans factored in) attack power is 916. Fallingstar Beast Jaw attack power is 1056. These are first playthrough stats after beating the game once. I never went in to NG+.

[@pastorgainzgames]

That’s quite interesting dude !

[@MusicWizard85]

​​​@@pastorgainzgames Yeah the beauty of being maxed leveled is that every single day I log in I can play as any build I want. It keeps things fresh as I play co-op and help people beat bosses, clear areas, or beat invaders.

[@DropBear_42]

@@MusicWizard85 don’t go off just attack power. The Sword might have less damage on paper, but with the talismans, armor set, ash of war activated, standing in terra magica, and use Ranni’s dark moon at the start of the fight = the charged R2’s will hit for 3-5k depending on the boss. If you use your physique with magic tear, you csn get that to 5-7k. If you stand close and hit the boss with the physical sword + charged beam you can get 6-9k hits on a REGULAR SWORD SWING !!! That’s not even including golden order, flame grant me strength, etc.,. And again, these on regular weapon swings lol…. Not to mention you’re an intellect build, so now add in all the op spells lmao. This build is absolutely broken and is the ultimate easy mode for the entire game. It’s fun as HELL, but don’t use it if you want any sort of a challenge lol

[@Sightseeer]

So my small brain 🧠 didn’t fully get the magic scorpion and I had already completed the Ranni quest wondering if there any way to get or any good replacement for a slot

[@pastorgainzgames]

There is no way to get that talisman unless you do new game plus now since you have locked out the quest. you might be able to get away with the ritual swordsman though.

[@Sightseeer]

@@pastorgainzgames thanks u for the help 🙏 I was late to the game and went through with the blind experience and somehow go through the entire ranni quest and got the moonlight great sword which is a classic for me So I can’t thank you enough for the help 🙌

[@843.DaeStaxks_maddSmakked]

What stat spread should I do for the moonlight greatsword since im level 86 right now

[@pastorgainzgames]

Work on getting strength 40 then int 70

[@843.DaeStaxks_maddSmakked]

​@@pastorgainzgames thank u so much💯 I currently have 25 intelligence and 32 strength with 36 dexterity on NG+ still trying to level them up currently

[@843.DaeStaxks_maddSmakked]

​@@pastorgainzgames I finally reached 70 int and now I'm dealing 764 attack power without any buffs, currently going to upgrade strength & dex since they both scale D

[@christianbarron8667]

Im having trouble with the elden beast am i doing something wrong or is build just difficult against him this video came out a month ago theres no way they nerfed the build

[@pastorgainzgames]

They haven’t nerfed the build at all. Elden beast just sucks. U should be able to crush him with the ash of war though no problem

[@Pierce-qp5ex]

Thoughts on using a cold iron greatsword in your offhand to proc frost?

[@pastorgainzgames]

would be a good time but you would need more endurance I think

[@Pierce-qp5ex]

I planned out a build for it, in the end it felt pointless bc darkmoon does everything perfectly already@@pastorgainzgames

[@ryanator7935]

Bro out here acting like level 170 is extremely high for ng+ 😭. Bro that build straight mercs bosses

[@pastorgainzgames]

haha you would be surprised the people who get mad that its not a 150 build

[@jackmg]

I guess it’s just me that finds this sword worse than the katana 😂

[@sotostatsis6819]

If no magic scorpion charm then what could I use?

[@tracecox9060]

So you can’t get magic scorpion and finish ranni quest? Or can you

[@pastorgainzgames]

I don’t believe u can cause selivus will be dead by the end of her quest I believe

[@jello7281]

This game can be as easy or as hard as you want it to be. If you use everything available to you mid game and beyond, the bosses become a joke.

[@pastorgainzgames]

Agreed my dude

[@RafikiafReKo]

I running this build, but because I'm a dumbass. I run Rannis Moon just because it looks insane

[@tannerkennedy4192]

If your level 170 in ng 5 it just goes to show how strong the build is.

[@pastorgainzgames]

Yeah that’s what I figured but some people get really mad when ur over 150 haha

[@SnuSnu91]

@@pastorgainzgames why would people get mad? :D

[@pastorgainzgames]

@@SnuSnu91 not a clue dude some people are purist and anything over 150 “isn’t a build”

[@zwaua]

HOW are you lvl 170 in NG+5 when i'm already 128 and didn't even completed first playthrough yet xD

[@pastorgainzgames]

haha I have stayed at that level on purpose for builds :)

[@zwaua]

@@pastorgainzgames Oh, that explaines a lot xD

[@benjaminpost4694]

How do I get the ash of war

[@pastorgainzgames]

It is a part of the weapon

[@Aggro224]

You have to beat the final boss at lvl 1.

[@Valerie_Yippee1]

Mine only does 700 even when I do all this wtf am I doing wrong

[@nageswaraopatha5445]

Same bro😂😂 only 750 to 800 max damage 🥲🥲 any suggestions?

[@mattr.7833]

I can't stand the clipping with the hat. so I just sacrifice that 2% boost 😖

[@pastorgainzgames]

lol fair dude

[@monsterf7097]

Can beat the classics

[@pastorgainzgames]

Can’t indeed man

[@thorn.fieldnsta]

Love your videos so much, I used it in NG+ and felt in love with it. Wearing the bestial set altered and Carian helm for a Carian Battlemage look + Dragoncrest greatshield. To make it even safer and after doing other builds, I make use of the Carian Shield cause I love counter attacks + Darkmoon GS deals great poise, that + Great Phalanx spell. It makes talismans switch a lot depending on the situation and I'm on NG3 lvl350 but I think I'm gonna use this build for the DLC. I'm kindda tanky, damaging and have range with a few spells. And it was my first character that got op after much struggle and learning

[@pastorgainzgames]

Thanks so much man! I really appreciate the kindness!

[@TiddleTown]

Dude wtf am I doing wrong my moonvail hits harder than this thing and I’m at 80 intelligence got all the talismans and everything but mine only hits for 1500 max my moonvail hits for 2200 lol did they nerf this

[@pastorgainzgames]

They nerfed the projectile to not do stance damage so it might be nerfed a little