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New Elden Ring Patch Revives Interest In Classic Longsword Tactics
Elden Ring Longsword Underused Trick To Dominate Bosses Is A Fast Riposte Cancel Loop. This method leverages quick sword swings, precise dodges, and well-taped ripostes to chip down health bars safely. Studies indicate that timing windows here outperform many heavy attacks for damage per second.
How Players Chain Punches And Ripostes Together. After a light attack, you feint into a fast overhead slash, then cancel into a guard break. Research suggests this pattern staggers bosses and opens relentless follow-up pressure windows. Many miss the cancel window, but frames favor patient players.
Simple Execution Beats Raw Power. Practice on easy NPCs first, then scale this approach to major encounters.
FAQ
Q: Does this trick work on endgame bosses like Malenia?
Yes, well-spaced feints and ripostes bypass many of her most lethal animations.
Q: What gear setup helps most with this style?
Light armor with high Dexterity, a quality build, and fast daggers for shield-breaking windows.
