Welcome to one of the most fun new ways to play Elden Ring in Shadow of the UR tree. TagBackTV introduces the hand-to-hand combat build using the Dryleaf Arts. This faith-based build allows you to light your enemies on fire with quick fire-infused fists, feet, and knees. The Dryleaf Arts is obtained early in the DLC, and the Dryleaf Whirlwind is the best Ash of War to use with this build. The attacks hit quickly and deal massive damage, and the Ash of War can be chained with light melee attacks for devastating combos. TagBackTV provides a detailed guide on how to obtain the Dryleaf Arts and Dryleaf Whirlwind, as well as the best incantations, talismans, and armor to use for this build.
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Key Takeaways:
- The hand-to-hand build in Elden Ring using the Dryleaf Arts and Dryleaf Whirlwind is a powerful and fun playstyle.
- The Dryleaf Whirlwind is the best Ash of War to use with this build, allowing for devastating combos.
- Flame Grant Me Strength and Golden Arcs are essential incantations for this build, providing increased attack power and range.
- The Dragon Crest Great Shield Talisman and Rotten Winged Sword Insignia are recommended for additional damage negation and attack power boost.
Obtaining the Dryleaf Arts and Dryleaf Whirlwind:
To obtain the Dryleaf Arts early in the DLC, head to the Castle Front Sight of Grace. From there, follow the road southeast to the swamps and locate a shack. Activate an object in a circle near the shack to unlock an updraft. Use the updrafts to reach the Dryleaf Arts.
To obtain the Dryleaf Whirlwind, progress through the Shadow Keep and defeat the boss inside. From the West Rampart Sight of Grace, head west under a tree and continue down the road until you reach a light with ruins. Follow the ruins to find the Dryleaf Whirlwind.
Recommended Incantations, Talismans, and Armor:
For incantations, Flame Grant Me Strength and Golden Arcs are highly recommended. Flame Grant Me Strength increases physical and fire affinity attack power, while Golden Arcs provide additional range and damage.
For talismans, Her Tree’s Favor+2 is suggested for increased stamina, HP, and equip load. The Dragon Crest Great Shield Talisman offers 20% physical damage negation, and The Shard of Alexander boosts skill attack power.
Armor choice can vary, but heavier armor can be used without reaching the heavy load to increase damage and magic negation. The Rana armor set is a popular choice.
With the right setup, the hand-to-hand build using the Dryleaf Arts and Dryleaf Whirlwind can deal massive damage and provide a unique and enjoyable playstyle in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
