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Elden Ring Starscourge Greatsword Build Guide

The Starscourge Greatsword is one of the most powerful weapons in Elden Ring, known for its massive damage and gravity magic. This build guide will help you maximize its potential.

Weapon Overview

  • Type: Colossal Sword
  • Scaling: Strength (D) + Intelligence (D) → Strength (B) + Intelligence (B) at +10
  • Weight: 20.0
  • Skill: Starcaller’s Cry
  • Passive: Gravity magic

Where to Find Starscourge Greatsword

The Starscourge Greatsword is obtained by exchanging the Remembrance of the Starscourge with Enia at the Roundtable Hold. This remembrance is dropped by Starscourge Radahn.

Early Game (Levels 1-40)

  • Vigor: 20
  • Mind: 15
  • Endurance: 20
  • Strength: 25
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Intelligence: 20
  • Faith: 8
  • Arcane: 8

Mid Game (Levels 40-80)

  • Vigor: 25-30
  • Mind: 18
  • Endurance: 25
  • Strength: 40
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Intelligence: 30

Late Game (Levels 80+)

  • Vigor: 35-40
  • Mind: 20
  • Endurance: 30
  • Strength: 50+
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Intelligence: 40+

Ash of War

Starcaller’s Cry (Built-in) - The best skill for this weapon

  • Effect: Creates a gravity wave that pulls enemies
  • Damage: Deals massive gravity damage
  • Use: Use this skill for crowd control

Talismans

  • Alexander’s Shard - Enhances weapon skills
  • Magic Scorpion Charm - Increases magic damage
  • Stamina Talisman - Better stamina management
  • Ritual Sword Talisman - Boosts damage at full HP

Armor

  • Veteran’s Set - Good physical defense
  • Brave’s Set - Balanced protection
  • Malformed Blade Set - High poise
  • Scaled Set - Good all-around stats

Playstyle

  1. Starcaller’s Cry - Use the skill for crowd control
  2. Gravity Damage - Rely on the weapon’s gravity magic
  3. Heavy Attacks - Use charged attacks for massive damage
  4. Stance Breaking - Break enemy stance for critical hits
  5. Tank Builds - This weapon works well with tank builds

Weapon Upgrades

  • Standard Upgrade Path - Use Somber Smithing Stones
  • No Infusion Options - Cannot be infused

Sorceries

  • Glintstone Pebble - Basic magic damage
  • Rock Sling - High damage, staggers enemies
  • Comet Azur - Massive damage beam
  • Stars of Ruin - Powerful gravity sorcery

Combos

  1. Starcaller’s Cry → Heavy Attack → Starcaller’s Cry
  2. Charged Attack → Light Attack → Heavy Attack
  3. Jump Attack → Heavy Attack → Light Attack Chain
  4. Roll → Heavy Attack → Light Attack Combo

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths

  • Massive damage output
  • Excellent crowd control
  • Gravity magic pulls enemies
  • Great for tank builds
  • Works well with strength and intelligence builds

Weaknesses

  • Very heavy (slow attacks)
  • High stamina cost
  • Requires high strength and intelligence
  • Vulnerable to fast enemies
  • Cannot be infused

Final Tips

  • Practice Starcaller’s Cry - Master the timing of this skill
  • Use Magic Buffs - Terra Magica increases damage
  • Learn Enemy Patterns - To avoid taking damage
  • Upgrade Your Weapon - Regularly with Somber Smithing Stones
  • Consider Strength and Intelligence - High stats increase damage

The Starscourge Greatsword build is perfect for players who want to deal massive damage and control crowds with gravity magic. It’s one of the most powerful weapons in the game.

For more weapon builds, check out our other build guides!

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