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The Elden Ring DLC dual curved sword build combines high Dexterity, rapid dual-wield attacks, and Parry for strong burst and critical damage. With HP-boosting talismans, the Dagger Talisman, and optional multi-hit talismans, the build offers fast pressure while using parries, Quickstep, and backstabs to punish predictable enemies. Players looking to fine-tune their character can also consider buy Elden Ring Runes to support their progression.
Build Overview
The core of this build is a Dexterity-focused dual curved sword setup. Curved swords have an extremely fast dual-wield moveset, allowing players to overwhelm opponents with repeated attacks and quickly build pressure.
The main strengths include:
· Extremely fast dual-wield attacks
· High burst damage
· Strong running and jumping attacks
· Excellent pressure in close combat
· Parry potential that opponents may not expect
· Strong critical-hit damage after a successful parry
The Parry Ash of War is particularly interesting here. Players commonly expect a dual curved sword user to keep attacking, so switching between aggressive L1 pressure and sudden parries can catch opponents off guard.
Recommended Stats and Talismans
The build is straightforward when it comes to attributes. Dexterity should be your primary offensive stat, with as much investment as your intended invasion level allows.
For a level 139 setup, the build can remain heavily focused on Dexterity while using the remaining points to improve survivability and meet weapon requirements.
For talismans, survivability is valuable because successful parries require you to stay close to dangerous opponents.
Recommended choices include:
· HP-boosting talismans: Give you more room for mistakes while attempting parries.
· Dagger Talisman: Increases critical damage and makes successful parries much more rewarding.
· Multi-hit talismans: A strong alternative for players who prefer maximizing the damage of repeated dual-wield attacks.
The Dagger Talisman is especially useful because a successful parry can immediately create an opportunity for a devastating critical hit.
How to Play the Build
The biggest advantage of this setup is unpredictability. Your opponent knows that dual curved swords can produce tremendous pressure, but they may not expect a parry from the same player.
Start by using normal L1 attacks, running attacks, and jumping attacks to learn how your opponent reacts. If they repeatedly respond with predictable attacks, you can begin looking for a parry opportunity.
Jump attacks deserve particular attention. After certain jumping attacks, opponents may immediately attempt another attack. Recognizing these patterns can give you a chance to punish their follow-up with a parry.
However, parrying multiple opponents is significantly more dangerous. In invasions against groups, another phantom can interrupt your parry attempt even if you correctly predict the attack. Because of this, positioning is just as important as reaction speed.
Using Quickstep and Backstabs
Not every attack can be parried. Large weapons, unusual attacks, spells, and certain weapon movesets can make parrying unreliable.
This is where movement becomes important.
Quickstep can help you reposition around attacks and potentially reach an opponent's back. Backstabs provide another way to capitalize on openings when a parry is unavailable.
A useful approach is to keep your options flexible:
· Parry predictable attacks
· Quickstep around difficult attacks
· Backstab overly aggressive opponents
· Use L1 pressure when enemies become passive
· Create distance when fighting multiple enemies
This makes the build more than a simple L1-spam setup.
Strengths in Invasions
The build performs particularly well in chaotic invasion situations because opponents often become predictable when they are trying to overwhelm an invader.
Jump attacks, running attacks, healing attempts, and repeated aggressive swings can all create opportunities for punishment.
At the same time, you should avoid becoming too aggressive yourself. Dual curved swords can deal enormous damage, but attacking blindly into multiple enemies can quickly get you killed.
Against groups, isolate targets whenever possible and use the environment to your advantage. Narrow paths, elevation changes, cliffs, and nearby PvE enemies can all create opportunities to separate players.
Final Thoughts
The Dexterity dual curved sword parry build combines one of the fastest melee movesets with a defensive mechanic that opponents may not expect. Its damage comes primarily from rapid dual-wield attacks, while Parry and the Dagger Talisman provide a powerful way to punish predictable attacks. Players looking to further support their character progression can also consider cheap Elden Ring Runes when preparing this build.
At around level 139, the build is simple to construct but offers plenty of room for mechanical expression. Players who enjoy aggressive invasions while also wanting opportunities for stylish critical attacks can experiment with different talisman combinations, armor sets, and Ash of War choices to fit their preferred playstyle.
