Elden Ring: Obtaining Maliketh’s Black Blade

Learn how to acquire Maliketh’s Black Blade, a formidable colossal sword capable of dealing Holy damage, in Elden Ring.

Selecting the right weapon in Elden Ring significantly impacts the difficulty of battles. Among the diverse array of swords, daggers, and axes, one weapon stands out for its unique skill: Maliketh’s Black Blade. Highly favored by fans for its effectiveness, this colossal sword is a coveted addition to any player’s arsenal. Here’s how you can obtain it.

Acquiring Maliketh’s Black Blade

Maliketh’s Black Blade is wielded by Beast Clergyman, also known as Maliketh, The Black Blade, making it necessary to defeat this boss to obtain the weapon. Fortunately, Beast Clergyman is a mandatory boss encountered towards the end of the game, ensuring all players will face it.

To confront Beast Clergyman, journey to the Crumbling Farum Azula. From the Great Bridge Site of Grace, the nearest bonfire to the boss room, ascend the steps leading to the Colosseum-like structure where Maliketh awaits.

Note: “Be prepared for a challenging battle, as this boss has two phases. Consider consulting a guide on defeating Maliketh solo for strategies to ease the encounter.”

Upon emerging victorious from the battle, players receive a Remembrance of the Black Blade. Take this item to Enia, who will provide Maliketh’s Black Blade in return.

Maliketh’s Black Blade Stats in Elden Ring

Maliketh’s Black Blade is a formidable colossal sword capable of dealing Holy damage. Its scaling attributes include Strength (C), Dexterity (E), and Faith (D), necessitating investment in the following stats:

• Required Strength: 34
• Required Dexterity: 12
• Required Faith: 20

Additionally, the sword features a unique skill called Destined Death, which consumes 40 FP. Activating this skill allows players to execute a horizontal slash followed by slamming the sword into the ground, summoning multiple blades around them. Each of these actions inflicts both Physical and Holy damage and reduces the enemy’s HP by 10% for 45 seconds. With its versatility, Destined Death proves effective against both single targets and groups of enemies.

That concludes the guide on obtaining Maliketh’s Black Blade in Elden Ring. As one of the game’s premier colossal swords, be sure to add it to your arsenal for its formidable prowess in battle.