Best PVP Builds for Elden Ring – August 2022

If you’re a fan of Elden Ring PVP combat, here are the best builds that you need to be using in August 2022.

By now, many gamers are getting to the endgame of Elden Ring and are eager for a new challenge.

But while we wait for the seemingly-inevitable Elden Ring DLC to arrive, the only new opponents we can fight are other players, either through invading or getting invaded.

Although Elden Ring will try to pair you with similar-level players when in PVP, you’ll want to be as prepared as possible.

Be careful when invading in certain areas of the Lands Between too. Right now, this new Elden Ring rune farm trick is ruining PVP!

Finally, make sure you know how to get the Bloody Finger for unlimited free PVP in Elden Ring.

Best Elden Ring PVP Builds for Invading

We have 3 PVP builds perfect for invading in Elden Ring.

• Rivers of Blood Build
• Moonveil Katana Build
• Colossal Greatsword Build

Full instructions for each build are listed below.

Before you invade another player’s world (or invite them to duel in yours), make sure to choose one of Elden Ring’s best PVP builds.

Also don’t forget to upgrade your weapons as much as possible before invading. You’ll also want to make sure you have your optimal loadout equipped as you won’t be able to easily swap things around once you’re in another player’s world.

And while enemies should be at a similar level to you, bear in mind that you may need to fight a player’s allies too. It pays to be as strong as possible in Elden Ring PVP.

Rivers of Blood Build

One of the most notorious weapons in Elden Ring, the Rivers of Blood katana does insane bleed damage buildup. The sword obliterates bosses and enemy players alike, which is why it’s so popular in-game right now.

Here’s where to find the Rivers of Blood katana for yourself.

Build

• Rivers of Blood
• Eleonora’s Poleblade or Dragon Communion Seal
• Swarm of Flies (if using the Seal)
• Shard of Alexander, Rotten Winged Sword Insignia, Lord of Blood’s Exultation, White Mask

Attributes to Focus

• Arcane
• Vigor
• Dexterity

Moonveil Katana Build

Another one of Elden Ring’s best katana options is the Moonveil katana. With this powerful weapon, you’ll be combining some of the game’s strongest spells with a hard-hitting Ash of War.

Here’s where to find the Moonveil katana for yourself.

Build

• Moonveil
• Lusat’s Glintstone Staff
• Carian Filigreed Crest, Crimson Amber Medallion, Dragoncrest Shield Talisman, Radagon’s Icon
• Comet, Adula’s Moonblade, Comet Azur or any of Elden Ring’s best spells

Flask of Wondrous Physick: Cerulean Hidden Tear, Opaline Bubbletear

Attributes to Focus

• Intelligence
• Dexterity
• Vigor

Colossal Greatsword Build

If you want to be as simple and effective as an Elden Ring build can get, look no further than the Colossal Greatsword. Also known as the Berserk Greatsword, this mighty weapon makes you feel like Guts himself, and it’s surprisingly agile with the Bloodhound’s Step Ash of War.

Build

• Colossal Greatsword (Two-Handed)
• Bloodhound’s Step Ash of War
• Spear Talisman, Bull-Goat’s Talisman, Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman, Great-Jar’s Arsenal

Flask of Wondrous Physick: Greenburst Crystal Tear, Opaline Bubbletear

Attributes to Focus

• Strength
• Vigor
• Endurance

Check out the top 10 best weapons for PvP in Elden Ring to ensure you have the right equipment for invasions and duels!

Bear in mind that we’ve avoided naming some of the most exploit-heavy builds in Elden Ring in this PVP guide. After all, not only do many players hate fighting against such broken tools, but they’re also likely to get nerfed soon.

Getting to the end of your time in the Lands Between? Why not put down the weapons for a second and take a look at some of the most interesting Elden Ring fan theories?

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