This unique weapon packs a powerful punch if you’re looking for a strong ranged option to rely on in a pinch, though it’s no substitute for the absolute best ranged weapons in the game, and its somewhat unusual ammunition can be difficult to find.
Elden Ring’s Best Early Game Weapons: Where to Find Bloodhound’s Fang
While some of the best Greatswords you’ll find early into your Elden Ring adventure can’t actually be used effectively until much later in the game, this incredible weapon greatly benefits from some reasonable stat requirements that make it an exceptional early option.
To find this weapon, head to the Forlorn Hound Evergaol. It’s a little tricky to find, but this image will show you where to look:
Enter the portal found on the ground, and you’ll soon find yourself in a boss battle with Bloodhound Knight Darriwil. He’s not that hard, but you’ll need to watch out for his quick attacks in order to increase your odds of surviving. Once he’s down, you’ll be rewarded with the Bloodhound’s Fang.
I can’t say enough good things about this sword. It’s incredibly powerful, comes with a fantastic special ability, doesn’t require too many stats to wield properly (18 Strength and 17 Dexterity), and can be upgraded into something truly special. Definitely go for this one if it fits your stats and style.
Elden Ring’s Best Early Game Weapons: Where to Find the Golden Halberd
One of Elden Ring’s earliest “troll” moments comes in the form of the Tree Sentinel: a massive boss riding an equally large horse who you will likely encounter before you have any chance of beating him. Come back to this boss when you’re ready, though, and you’ll find that beating him will reward you with one of the more powerful weapons in the early game: the Golden Halberd. Here’s where you can find the Tree Sentinel if you happen to have missed him: