Black Knight Sword
Greatsword -- Tier A
PvE Rating
★★★★★
PvP Rating
★★★★★
Base Damage
220
Weight
10
STR / DEX Req
20 / 18
Infusable
No
Unique
Yes
Description
A greatsword wielded by the Black Knights who served Gwyn. Perseverance weapon art grants hyper armor, and its R2 attacks have excellent rollcatch.
Strengths
- +Perseverance grants poise for safe trades.
- +Bonus damage against demon enemies.
- +Excellent R2 range and rollcatch in PvP.
Weaknesses
- -Cannot be infused or buffed.
- -Higher stat requirements than the Claymore.
- -Slightly heavier than comparable greatswords.
Weapon Art
Perseverance -- grants poise and damage absorption, then follow up with a powerful attack.
Location
Dropped by Black Knights wielding greatswords. Guaranteed drop from the one in Smouldering Lake.
Tips & Strategy
- 1Perseverance weapon art lets you trade hits with anything.
- 2R2 attacks have excellent reach and rollcatch potential.
- 320% bonus damage against demons -- great for Demon Ruins.