Elden Ring: Mastering the Light Greatsword with Needle Piercer
Why Choose the Leetta Sword for PvP?
The Leetta Sword is a light greatsword with some interesting qualities that make it a powerful weapon in PvP. While its base scaling and moveset are impressive on their own, its real standout feature is the Needle Piercer weapon art.
This move is not only visually striking but also highly functional. It involves a series of needles that pierce your opponent, causing significant damage. The hidden benefit? The initial overhead swing can stagger or stun enemies, allowing you to land the full Needle Piercer attack, which is where the real damage comes from. This means you can potentially catch your opponents off-guard with a well-timed overhead swing, followed by a devastating barrage of needles.
While the D-grade Faith scaling doesn’t provide massive benefits, it adds an interesting twist for players who want to incorporate a bit of Faith-based playstyle. The low cost for casting spells or using buffs with a small Faith investment can be a nice bonus.
The Build
Let’s talk about the build I used in this session:
· Stats:
o 70 Dex
o 19 Faith
o 664 HP (Two-handed)
· Armor:
o Great Helm
o Beast Champion Armor
o Death Knight Gauntlets
o Tree Sentinel Greaves
This setup gives me a solid combination of poise (71 poise in total) and a medium roll, allowing me to stay agile without sacrificing too much defense.
· Talisman Setup:
o Two-Handed Sword Talisman
o Crimson Amber Medallion
o Radagon’s Scarseal
o Turtle Talisman
These talismans help boost my damage, stamina, and poise, which are all critical in PvP situations where trades and standoff situations often occur.
Unique Weapon Art: Needle Piercer
One of the most intriguing aspects of the Leetta Sword is its Needle Piercer weapon art. When activated, the sword shoots multiple needles that can stagger enemies, causing both physical and status damage.
Here’s the trick:
· The first swing of Needle Piercer is an overhead, which can connect and stagger or stun your opponent.
· The subsequent needles can then hit the stunned opponent, dealing significant damage if you've timed it right.
The best part? You can use this move to finish off opponents, especially after landing an attack that causes them to panic, such as a well-placed rolling R1 or a fast backstep attack.
PvP Strategy and Tips
Here are some key takeaways from my experience using the Leetta Sword in PvP:
1. Initiate with the Needle Piercer: As mentioned, you can catch people off-guard with the overhead swing. If they don’t react quickly enough, the Needle Piercer can be an absolute game-changer. Just make sure you’re not too predictable with it, as opponents will eventually learn to dodge the needles if you're too obvious.
2. Rolling R1: This attack is fast and difficult to dodge, making it a great tool for catching opponents mid-roll. If you can mix it up with Needle Piercer or a backstep attack, you’ll confuse your opponents and make them second-guess their movements.
3. Poise and Trading: The build I used has 71 poise, which allows me to trade hits with heavier weapons. If you’re facing someone with a heavy weapon, like an axe or a greatsword, you can use your poise to absorb hits and still retaliate effectively. However, don’t be too reckless — always be aware of your positioning and health.
4. The Power of Buffing: Consider using buffs like Flame Grant Me Strength or Golden Vow to boost your damage output. While you’re not heavily invested in Faith, the Leetta Sword’s D-grade scaling still benefits from a little extra damage.
5. Adapt to Your Opponent: The Leetta Sword’s moveset is flexible enough to adapt to a variety of enemies. Against aggressive foes, use Needle Piercer and your rolling attacks to punish them. If you’re facing a more passive player, focus on backstep and dodging until you find an opening to hit them with a charged R2 or the Needle Piercer.
PvP Highlights from the Session
Let’s take a look at some of the exciting moments I had during my PvP battles:
· Vs. Nagada (with Axe): A well-timed Needle Piercer caught my opponent off-guard after a fully charged backstep attack, stunning them and allowing me to land all the needles. This was a perfect example of using the weapon art to its full potential.
· Vs. Sham Shear User: This was a very close fight. I managed to land a rolling attack that caught my opponent’s missed attack. Needle Piercer finished the job, securing the win with 760 damage.
· Vs. Heavy Weapon (Greatsword): This opponent was able to trade hits using their massive Poise. However, after using Needle Piercer, I was able to stagger them, and my quick rolling R1 sealed the victory.
Final Thoughts
The Leetta Sword is an underrated weapon that can catch your enemies by surprise, especially when used in combination with Needle Piercer. Its move set is fast, versatile, and punishing, and with the right build and strategy, it can be a great choice for PvP. Remember, timing and mixups are crucial to succeeding with this weapon. The Needle Piercer art, in particular, can catch players off guard and make for an explosive finish to any fight. To further enhance your gameplay, consider looking for cheap Elden Ring Items at MMOEXP to help you equip your character effectively. That’s it for today’s guide. I hope you found it useful!