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In the video by Ollo from Race Gaming, the speaker delves into the intricacies of the Serpent Hunter weapon in Elden Ring. This great spear, notable for its no-stat requirements and A scaling in strength, is particularly effective against the Rykard boss and excels in both PvE and PvP scenarios. It is praised for its quick light attack combos, extensive range, and effective roll-catching and trading capabilities. Enhancements from the 1.04 patch have further boosted its damage, recovery time, and hyper armor, making its heavy attack combinations and ash of war attacks more potent.
The versatility of the Serpent Hunter is highlighted through its integration of spear and colossal sword movements, making it suitable for diverse combat scenarios. Players can amplify its damage output using buffs like Flame Grumpy Strength and Golden Vow, as well as equipment such as the Axe Talisman, Wondrous Physic, Shard of Alexander, and Spiked Cracked Tear. Overall, the Serpent Hunter's powerful yet accessible nature makes it an appealing choice for speedrunners and new builds, standing out as a reliable and formidable weapon in Elden Ring.
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In this part of the video, Ollo from Race Gaming discusses the Serpent Hunter weapon in Elden Ring, specifically designed for the Rykard boss fight, similar to other boss-specific weapons in previous games. Ollo highlights the unique benefits of the Serpent Hunter, including its great spear classification, A scaling strength, and its utility even at soul level one due to no stat requirements. He notes its usefulness in speed runs, the powerful heavy attack combo, and the advantages of pairing it with the Axe Talisman and Spike Cracked Tear for enhanced damage. Recent buffs in the 1.04 patch have increased its recovery time, damage, and added hyper armor, making its slow but powerful ash of war attacks more viable in both PvE and PvP scenarios.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the advantages and versatility of a specific spear in both PVP and PVE gameplay. The spear is noted for its quick light attack combos and excellent range, making it effective for roll catching and trading with opponents. The speaker demonstrates in PVP how the spear’s fast and long-range attacks can outmatch opponents. The spear avoids the typical issues of single-target, limited-range piercing attacks by offering a plunge attack similar to colossal weapons, making it suitable for various content. It features the best roll-catching running attacks in the game, including a powerful sprinting heavy attack that combines a charge and strike, providing both chip damage and a major hit. The spear also incorporates a crouch poke move, commonly seen in colossal swords, allowing for high DPS and interruption in both PVE and PVP. The weapon boasts strong damage due to its strength scaling and can be further buffed. The Ash of War, though slow and risky, deals significant damage and hyper armor. Overall, the spear’s unique mix of spear and colossal sword movesets offers one of the best and most reliable heavy attack combos and tactical advantages in combat.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses enhancing the effectiveness of the “Serpent Hunter” weapon using various buffs such as Flame Grumpy Strength and Golden Vow, along with equipment like the Axe Talisman and the Wondrous Physic. These combinations result in significantly increased damage, particularly for heavy attack combos, which are effective in boss fights. The speaker expresses surprise at the weapon’s low requirements and versatility, noting its appeal for speedrunners and new builds. Recommendations for pairing the Serpent Hunter include the Shard of Alexander and the Spiked Cracked Tear, both obtainable early in the game. The video wraps up with a thank you message and an invitation to like and follow for more content.