Rivers of blood build in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is just as effective as it is in the base game. When Elden Ring was released, the Rivers of Blood build was simply too broken. Players were exploiting the sword's high Blood Loss damage and killing every boss in the game in a few seconds.

Many weapons have been buffed and nerfed in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, but Rivers of Blood has already been nerfed before this. Yet, the weapon still holds its ground and can be very effective even in the DLC if built right. In this article, we have shared all the information you will need to make an effective Rivers of Blood build in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree.

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Rivers of Blood Build Guide for Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

How to craft the best Rivers of Blood Build in Elden Ring (Image via FromSoftware)

The Rivers of Blood built in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree revolves around two main aspects of the weapons: HEMORRHAGE status effect and Corpse Piller ability. HEMORRHAGE is a Blood Loss status effect that damages the enemy based on their max HP, while Corpse Piller is an attack skill that cuts the enemy with quick successive slashes.

Best Stat Distribution for Rivers of Blood (Level 150 Samurai):

• Vigor: 40
• Mind: 40
• Endurance: 18
• Strength: 12
• Dexterity: 45
• Intelligence: 9
• Faith: 15
• Arcane: 50

Focus on Dexterity and Arcane for damage scaling. Invest in Mind for FP pool expansion and Vigor for survivability. Consider Faith for access to "Flame, Grant me Strength."

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Best Armors for the build

Best armors and gear you should use for the build (Image via FromSoftware)

• Headgear: White Mask (10% attack boost post-Blood Loss) or Okina Mask (+3 Dexterity, -44 Focus)
• Optional: Raptor's Black Feathers (10% jump attack boost)

Aim for sub-heavy Equip Load, do not become heavy. The build depends on quick movements and dodges.

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Best Offhand weapon for Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

• Sacrificial Axe: Restores 4 FP per enemy kill, enhancing Corpse Piler frequency

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Talismans:

• Carian Filigreed Crest: 25% FP cost reduction for Skills
• Lord of Blood's Exultation: 20% attack boost for 20 seconds after nearby Blood Loss
• Rotten Winged Sword Insignia: Increases attack power with consecutive hits
• Shard of Alexander: Significantly boosts Skill attack power

Once all the pieces are in place, you will be ready to make mountains of corpses and rivers of blood. The sword with inflict HEMORRHAGE on the enemies, making them stack the Blood Loss status effect. The talismans and offhand weapons will help use your skill more frequently so you can cut through all the bosses.