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Elden Ring, the latest soulslike RPG from FromSoftware, expands on the classicDark Soulsformula with a sprawling open world and an increased focus on crafting and unusual builds. One of the most powerful builds inElden Ringright now is the Bleed build, which focuses on maximizing Blood Loss buildup.
One of the best Bleed weapons inElden Ring, particularly for characters with high Strength and Faith, is the Halo Scythe. The Halo Scythe is a Reaper-style weapon and offers both a long reach and an impressive Blood Loss buildup. However, actually finding a Halo Scythe can be tough, as they’re a rare drop from one ofElden Ring’s most dangerous monsters.
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Where to Find the Halo Scythe in Elden Ring
There are only a few different locations inElden Ringwhere players can find aHalo Scythe, as the weapon is only dropped byLesser Cleanrot Knights.
Specifically, there’s a2% chance that any Lesser Cleanrot Knight who is wielding a Halo Scythe will drop it on death. This low drop rate can be improved through items and consumables that boost Discovery, like the Silver-Pickled Fowl Foot.
The easiest place to grind for the Halo Scythe is in theHeart of Aeonia inElden Ring’s Caelid region. There are many Lesser Cleanrot Knights in this zone that carry Halo Scythes, particularly those that patrol the area. The Knights that rise from the water are more likely to wield Cleanrot Spears instead.
Elden Ring Halo Scythe Breakdown
The Halo Scythe is a great weapon for Faith-based characters who are perfecting theirBleed-focusedElden Ringbuild, particularly if they prefer slow, hard-hitting weapons with good reach. Here are its core features:
The Halo Scythe is a special weapon, which means it can’t be infused withElden Ring’s Ashes of Waror buffed in any way. In addition, the Halo Scythe can only be improved using Somber Smithing Stones.
Elden Ringis out now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
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