| Stat | Str | Dex | Int | Fai | Arc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requires | 34 | 12 | 20 | ||
| Scaling | D | E | D |
Elden Ring Maliketh's Black Blade is a Colossal Sword Weapon that inflicts Physical Damage in the form of Standard Attacks with the ability to use the Unique Skill (Destined Death). Maliketh's Black Blade will require Strength 34, Dexterity 12, Faith 20, and scales based on Strength D, Dexterity E, Faith D, Stats.
Description: Maliketh's black blade which once harbored the power of the Rune of Death. A sad shadow of its former glory. After a fragment of Death was stolen on that fateful night, Maliketh bound the blade within his own flesh, such that none might ever rob Death again.
| Tier | Passive | Wgt | Phy | Magic | Fire | Light | Holy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A |
N/A
| 22 | 127 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Skill | Type | FP Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Destined Death | Unique | 40 | dealing immediate damage, this attack reduces the enemy's maximum HP and continues to wear down HP |
Colossal weapons are all about stagger and burst damage. Maliketh's Black Blade is high-tier for the category, and two-handing it lowers the Strength requirement by a third. It's extremely heavy. It runs a fixed skill, so what you see is what you get.
Maliketh's Black Blade Stats
Pure physical means no elemental split to worry about. Maliketh's Black Blade is a top-tier option worth investing in for a colossal sword, and the attack values below show exactly what you're working with. Keep in mind the massive equip load investment.
| Rank | Stat | Base | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Physical Attack | 127 | TBD |
| F | Magical Attack | 0 | TBD |
| F | Fire Attack | 0 | TBD |
| F | Lightning Attack | 0 | TBD |
| F | Holy Attack | 0 | TBD |
| F | Attack Crit | 100 | TBD |
| Rank | Stat | Base | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| D | Physical Guard | 51 | TBD |
| E | Magical Guard | 36 | TBD |
| E | Fire Guard | 36 | TBD |
| E | Lightning Guard | 36 | TBD |
| D | Holy Guard | 49 | TBD |
| E | Guard Boost | 38 | TBD |
Where To Find Maliketh's Black Blade Location in Elden Ring
You get Maliketh's Black Blade by trading Remembrance of the Black Blade at the Roundtable Hold. Beat the boss first, then visit Enia to make your pick.
Locations ListBest Builds for Maliketh's Black Blade in Elden Ring
Maliketh's Black Blade fits Str builds as a colossal sword. Strength (34 minimum) is the priority, with Faith as backup. The builds below show optimized stat spreads and gear pairings. Factor in the massive equip load investment for your equip load.
| Tier | Build | Equipment | Skills/Spells/Spirits | Items |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Glass Cannon Melee Build
Class
Stats
Primary: Vigor
Primary: Endurance
Secondary: Dexterity
Secondary: Strength
| Weapon
Armor
Use any Heavy Armor or Medium Armor
Talisman
| Skills
| |
| B | Diablo Style Barbarian
Class
Stats
Primary: Strength
Primary: Endurance
Secondary: Vigor
Secondary: Dexterity
| Weapon
Armor
Use any Heavy Armor or Medium Armor
Talisman
| Skills
| |
| B | Whirlwind Warrior Build
Class
Stats
Primary: Vigor
Primary: Endurance
Secondary: Dexterity
Secondary: Strength
| Weapon
Armor
Talisman
| Skills
| |
| E | Starter Vagabond Build
Class
Stats
Primary: Strength
Primary: Vigor
Secondary: Endurance
| Weapon
Armor
Use Heavy Armor
Talisman
| Skills |
Best Builds To UseMaliketh's Black Blade Upgrade Costs in Elden Ring
Somber upgrade path means Maliketh's Black Blade maxes at +10. Destined Death can't be swapped, and greases or weapon buffs won't apply. Plan your build around the weapon as-is.
| Level | Material | Rune Cost |
|---|---|---|
| +1 | Somber Smithing Stone [1] | 1,230 Runes |
| +2 | Somber Smithing Stone [2] | 1,845 Runes |
| +3 | Somber Smithing Stone [3] | 2,460 Runes |
| +4 | Somber Smithing Stone [4] | 3,075 Runes |
| +5 | Somber Smithing Stone [5] | 3,690 Runes |
| +6 | Somber Smithing Stone [6] | 4,305 Runes |
| +7 | Somber Smithing Stone [7] | 4,920 Runes |
| +8 | Somber Smithing Stone [8] | 5,535 Runes |
| +9 | Somber Smithing Stone [9] | 6,150 Runes |
| +10 | Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone | 7,380 Runes |
| Total | All Levels | 40,590 Runes |
Upgrades List
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