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The video discusses weapon categories in Shadow of the Earth Tree, ranking them from worst to best. It covers tips for the throwing great hammer build and the utility of perfume bottles. The segment also focuses on the Beast Claws, Dry Leaf Arts, light greatswords, katanas, and new weapons in Elden Ring. Different weapons are compared for their unique abilities, power, and combat styles, highlighting the importance of build crafting and strategy. The video emphasizes the strengths and weaknesses of each weapon type, encouraging viewer engagement and discussion on the rankings presented.
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In this segment of the video, the YouTuber ranks the new weapon categories from Shadow of the Earth Tree from worst to best. Smith script throwing weapons are discussed as the least powerful new category, with only the great hammer and backhand blade deemed worth using. Tips for optimizing the throwing great hammer build are shared. The perfume bottles category, while nerfed, still has utility in terms of crowd control, PvP, and proccing deadly poison. They are highlighted as effective for AOE attacks and can be carried on the side for versatility in combat situations.
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In this segment of the video, it is discussed how Beast Claws in the game have been nerfed and may not be as powerful as before. The Beast Claws’ move set is highlighted as being smooth and able to stagger-lock enemies effectively, especially with an aggressive playstyle. The aesthetics of the Beast Claws are also mentioned, with the “red bear claws” and the “Blood flame blade” versions being compared for potential power. The red bear claws have the “red bear hunt” weapon skill, while the Blood flame version may be the most powerful due to its unique characteristics. The comparison between Beast Claws and Hand to Hands (referred to as Dry Leaf in the video) shows that they are generally balanced in terms of strikes per second and stagger power, but Beast Claws have some advantages, such as a more thematic and stylish playstyle.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the advantages of the Dry Leaf Arts over Beast Claws in a video game. They highlight the Dry Leaf’s jumping attack, which delivers a double heavy kick that feels amazing and fun to use. A comparison is made between the Dry Leaf Arts and Dane’s Footwork in terms of speed and damage output, concluding that they are essentially the same in these aspects. However, Dane’s Footwork offers advantages with its charged heavy combo, which can stagger the target four times compared to Dry Leaf’s three staggers. Additionally, Dane’s Footwork regular move set can be buffed with the Shattered Stone Talisman. The Dry Leaf Arts are praised for being low weight and having balanced scaling of strength and dexterity, making them versatile for various builds.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator discusses different types of light greatswords in the game. They compare different swords, emphasizing that the Mady sword is considered the best due to its powerful Wing Stance Ash of War attack which combines a light combo with a heavy thrust for high damage output. The Mady sword is versatile and benefits from the spear counter Talisman for additional damage. The Dragon Hunter great Katana is highlighted for its specialization in fighting dragons, with a weapon art designed for dragon slaying, although it can still be effective against other enemy types. The segment showcases the diverse combat styles achievable with these weapons, emphasizing the importance of build crafting and strategy when using them.
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In this part of the video, it is discussed how the Katana is effective and versatile but has flaws such as lower defense during attacks and lack of Arcane scaling. The backhand blades are highlighted for their power stance and unique abilities. The standard infusible great Katana is favored for its overall balance and effectiveness, while the backhand blades are suggested for their powerful moves.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses new weapons in Elden Ring. The Curse Blade is highlighted for its high attack power, guard boost, and possibility for specialized builds. Another powerful weapon class mentioned is thrusting Shields, praised for their combination of attack and defense with Pierce damage. The speaker emphasizes the uniqueness and effectiveness of these weapons, encouraging viewers to share their thoughts and opinions on the rankings provided.