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00:00:00 – 00:21:30
In the video, the player provides an in-depth guide on optimizing the Carian Sorcery Sword build for effectiveness at level 150. Key aspects include balancing intelligence with other stats and the benefits of using melee and spellcasting together. The speaker explains how the sword’s unique mechanics work, such as its ability to replace heavy attacks and Ash of War with spells, and recommends specific handling techniques to maximize the build's flexibility and damage output.
Throughout the video, the player highlights the advantages of using a Rapier and staff combination or a colossal sword alongside the thrusting sword for improved performance and attack versatility. Strategies for combat include the importance of maintaining endurance for a tankier feel, using heavy armor for better poise, and appropriate spell selection to suit different ranges and combat scenarios. Specific spells like Swift Glintstone Shard and Star Shower are recommended for their efficacy in both melee and ranged combat.
In various PvP encounters, the player describes tactics for different weapons, including parrying, using hyper armor to withstand trades, and the importance of timing attacks and managing FP. Special mention is made of the effectiveness of trading hits with a colossal sword and leveraging its hyper armor, coupled with quick, responsive moves from the thrusting sword. The player also discusses mistakes and improvements in their gameplay, emphasizing adaptive strategies based on the opponent’s actions.
The video concludes with combat victories, analysis, and strategic tips, encouraging viewers to experiment with their builds. The player underscores the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in combat, suggesting that success in duels comes from a deep understanding of both one's own build and the opponent’s tactics.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, C explains how to effectively build for the Carian Sorcery Sword even at level 150, emphasizing that it’s not merely a low-level gimmick. Key points include:
1. **Weapon Functionality**: The sword replaces your heavy attack with spellcasting when held in the main hand and replaces your main hand weapon’s Ash of War with spellcasting when in the off-hand.
2. **Rescaling**: Sorcery rescaling for this thrusting sword peaks at lower intelligence levels, so it’s advised not to exceed 60 intelligence for optimal damage. Additional points should be allocated to other stats like tri and endurance.
3. **Attack Rating**: This sword has less attack rating compared to other magic-infused thrusting swords.
4. **Usage Recommendations**:
– **Two-Handing**: Strongly advised against, as it eliminates the flexibility this weapon offers.
– **Main Handing with Off-hand Weapon**: Preferred, as it retains flexibility and access to diverse movesets or shields.
The segment emphasizes optimizing build by balancing intelligence and other attributes and carefully choosing how to wield the sword to take full advantage of its unique mechanics.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the benefits of using a Rapier and staff combination, highlighting how this setup can improve performance by 20% and scales better with higher intelligence. They explain that while using another weapon in the offhand, you can access its weapon art by two-handing it, which provides an additional move set. The speaker emphasizes the advantages of running the Carion sorcery sword in the offhand, including faster attack frames and the ability to use the weapon art by two-handing when needed. The speaker promises to demonstrate this strategy in a PvP setup later, illustrating how a combination of a colossal sword and an offhand thrusting sword can be effective due to the colossal sword’s hyper armor and the thrusting sword’s quick moves. They detail their stats, noting a focus on endurance for a tankier build and using heavy armor to achieve a certain poise breakpoint for resilience in battles.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker focuses on their equipment and spell choices for a specific build. They chose the Ragon icon to enhance casting speed and selected the Royal Great Sword for its high attack and low strength requirements. The build relies on thrusting the sword’s moveset rather than just spellcasting, suggesting simplicity with four key spells. The recommended spells focus on melee-range effectiveness and ranged attacks, such as Swift Glintstone Shard and Star Shower. The speaker advises against using the Carian Slicer with the sorcery sword due to its lower damage output compared to a higher intelligence build. Instead, they recommend maintaining a balance between melee and ranged capabilities for better performance in duels.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the player discusses their combat strategy using different weapons, specifically a colossal sword and thrusting sword. They mention employing a gravitational missile as a smokescreen and evaluate their opponent’s weapon, identifying it as likely a great spear. The player explains the difficulty of trading hits with a colossal sword but feels confident due to the hyper armor trades favoring them. They speculate the opponent might attempt a parry and decide to maintain pressure, wearing down their opponent through careful timing and consistent attacks. Ultimately, they manage to secure a victory, noting their advantage in armor and weapon reach.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the player discusses how they can use parrying and jump attacks with their colossal sword, and the importance of choosing the right response in battles. They mention the versatility of their build and the need to minimize damage even when in the lead. The player highlights a mistake they made due to misjudging the timing of an incantation, which placed them at a significant health disadvantage. They continue to describe their strategic movements, showcasing a trade with a great sword and applying long-range pressure. Ultimately, the player drinks from their FP flask and successfully anticipates and counters the opponent’s catch flame attack.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the player engages in a combat sequence with an opponent named “Dance with me.” The player employs various tactics, including two-handed attacks with a colossal sword, Wolf’s assault, and a range of melee moves. The opponent uses a fingerprint shield, a golden halberd, and status effect attacks, as well as a sleep crossbow. Despite some strategic missteps, like casting a gravity spell at the wrong time and forgetting to switch hand positions on the weapon, the player successfully uses a cross-wall blast and a piercer attack to make progress. The segment ends with the player analyzing their performance and identifying areas for improvement.
00:18:00
In this part of the video, the player discusses strategies for weapon swapping and timing attacks during combat. Key actions include hitting opponents at the edge, using Swift Glenstone for quick strikes, and strategically poking opponents to apply pressure. They highlight the use of hyper armor and the importance of maintaining pressure to deplete the opponent’s stance. They also observe enemy behavior, such as rolling and using gravitational AOE attacks, to plan their own moves. The segment ends with the player achieving Max rank and preparing for a final round against an opponent using a halberd-whip combo, with the player noting its short range and their own advantage with hyper armor.
00:21:00
In this segment of the video, the content creator discusses strategies for refreshing their FP and executing a swing attack. They note that a thrusting sword is out-ranged by a whip, emphasizing the importance of applying pressure using spells. The video concludes with a victory and the creator thanking the viewers for watching, encouraging them to like, subscribe, and tune in next time.