The Rivers of Blood Katana is an immensely powerful weapon in Elden Ring, and using it with the best build can be game-changing. For many, however, knowing about the best build for this overpowered weapon can be a rather complex affair. To put all of this confusion to bed, we have got just the guide for you. Here, we will show you the best build for this weapon in Elden Ring.

Elden Ring Rivers of Blood Build Guide

Location of Rivers of Blood Katana in Elden Ring

In order to acquire the Rivers of Blood Katana in Elden Ring, you need to progress to the Mountaintops of the Giants region. This region is pretty close to the end of the game’s main story.

Once at this region, you need to go past the frozen lake and towards the Church of Repose towards the south. Once here, you will come face to face with Okina, an NPC. You need to fight and defeat the said NPC, after which you will receive the Rivers of Blood Katana.

Rivers of Blood Katana Build Stats

  • Vig – 50
  • Mind – 30
  • End – 30
  • Str – 14
  • Dex – 40
  • Arc – 50

You can keep everything else at Base level. These stats are preferably for a player with a level of 150. However, if you have a level lower than 150, you can feel free to reduce some points from Mind and Endurance. Doing go will keep your Dexterity high.

Rivers of Blood Katana Build Talismans

  • Lord of Blood’s Exultation – This particular talisman enhances your attack power. It boosts damage by 20%.
  • Rotten Winged Sword Insignia – This particular talisman enhances your attack power with consecutive attacks. This also gives you nearly 40% of increased damage for your Katana, when used in combination with the Lord of Blood’s Exultation Talisman.
  • Carian Filigreed Crest – Use this talisman to significantly reduce FP consumption for skills.
  • Erdtree’s Favor – This talisman increases your maximum stamina, HP, and equip load too.

So there you have it. This is pretty much all you need to know about the best Rivers of Blood Katana build guide in Elden Ring. Considering how powerful this weapon is, you will find yourself effortlessly battling past enemies with a few clicks. The stats for the Katana make it appear to be almost too good to be true, to the point where you feel the weapon is a little too overpowered for the game too!

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