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Exploring the Great Axe in Modern Elden Ring Builds
Because new player guides keep asking about heavy weapons, Elden Ring: Is the Great Axe Actually Useless? pops up often. This phrase sparks debate among veterans and newcomers alike.
Elden Ring: Is the Great Axe Actually Useless? is a polearm with massive reach and guard-breaking power. It trades speed for high Poise damage and armor shred. Studies indicate its range can frustrate fast enemies and punish reckless approaches.
Understanding its timing and stance clarifies the hype. You trade slow chamber animations for powerful charged attacks that stagger bosses. Research shows pairing it with shields or high stability helps you land punishing blows.
Master it respect aggression and read enemy tells.
FAQ
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Can I use this in endgame NG+7?
Yes, its range and guard-break stay relevant against late-game bosses who rely on quick attacks.
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How do I practice landing its charged attack?
Lure slower enemies into walls, roll backward to read openings, then release the charged heavy attack.
