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Astora Greatsword

Ultra Greatsword -- Tier S

PvE Rating

★★★★★

PvP Rating

★★★★★

Base Damage

210

Weight

8

STR / DEX Req

16 / 18

Infusable

Yes

Unique

No

Description

The lightest ultra greatsword, perfect for dexterity and quality builds.

Strengths

  • +Lightest ultra greatsword at 8.0 units.
  • +Excellent Sharp scaling makes it top tier for DEX.
  • +Charge weapon art is one of the best rollcatch moves.

Weaknesses

  • -Lower base damage than heavier ultra greatswords.
  • -Charge weapon art is parryable.
  • -Still slower than greatswords despite low weight.

Weapon Art

Charge -- a running charge attack that launches enemies into the air.

Location

Found in the Cathedral of the Deep graveyard, near the Cleansing Chapel bonfire.

Tips & Strategy

  • 1Sharp infusion at 60 DEX gives the highest AR of any UGS.
  • 2Charge weapon art is devastating in PvP -- catches rolls.
  • 3Lightest UGS in the game -- pairs with lighter armor for fast rolls.