Dark Moon Greatsword Moveset

Okay, Hear Me Out: The Dark Moon Greatsword is… Fine?

Let's talk about the Dark Moon Greatsword. We all know it. That big, blue beauty. It's practically a rite of passage in Elden Ring to wield this thing. But is it really all that?

I know, I know. Unpopular opinion incoming! Prepare yourselves. I'm bracing for the backlash. Here we go...

The Regular Attacks: Are They Just Me?

The basic swings are… well, they're swords. Big sword swings. You swing it left, you swing it right, you poke. Thrilling, right?

Honestly, sometimes I feel like I'm flailing a giant glowstick. It's pretty, sure. But is it hitting anything? That's the real question. It feels... a bit slow.

Maybe I'm just impatient. Or maybe I'm spoiled by faster weapons. Don't get me wrong, the reach is good. But still...

The Heavy Attack: Now We're Talking (Maybe)

Okay, the charged heavy attack? That's where things get a little more interesting. A little. We get a bit of frost, some oomph.

It's a good way to catch enemies off guard. Especially if they're busy chugging a flask. "Surprise! Ice to meet you!"

But it's still kinda slow to charge. You're basically a sitting duck. Unless you're really good at timing those dodges.

The Weapon Art: Moonlight Greatsword

This is the reason you stick with the Dark Moon Greatsword. The bread and butter. The… glowing blue bread and butter.

You imbue the blade with moonlight! Then you can unleash charged ranged attacks! Think of it like a lightsaber cannon. Except frostier.

It looks cool. It sounds cool. It is cool. But is it the most practical weapon art? Debatable.

The Projectiles: Pew Pew, I Guess

The ranged attacks are neat in theory. You can snipe enemies from afar. Become a magical sniper.

But the damage isn't always amazing. Especially against beefier enemies. You're basically tickling them with ice magic.

And don't get me started on the FP cost! Your blue bar disappears faster than a free pizza at a convention. Seriously, watch that meter!

Staggering Opponents: A Dice Roll

This is where the Dark Moon Greatsword falls flat, in my opinion. Staggering enemies feels inconsistent. It's like a 50/50 chance.

Sometimes you’ll knock them on their butts. Other times they'll just laugh it off and keep swinging. Frustrating? You bet.

I've had more luck staggering enemies with a well-timed jump attack. Maybe I'm just bad at heavy attacks. (Don't tell anyone).

The Verdict: A Solid B+?

Look, I'm not saying the Dark Moon Greatsword is bad. It's a solid weapon. It looks fantastic. It's got that nostalgia factor. And everyone loves a good magic sword.

But is it the god-tier weapon everyone claims it is? I'm not so sure. There are other options out there. That's all I'm saying.

Maybe I'm just a contrarian. Maybe I like to stir the pot. Maybe I'm secretly a Rivers of Blood user in disguise! (Just kidding... mostly).

Final Thoughts: Use What You Enjoy

At the end of the day, it's all about what you find fun. If you love the Dark Moon Greatsword, then rock it! Slay those dragons! Become the Elden Lord with your big blue blade!

But don't be afraid to experiment. Try other weapons. See what clicks with your playstyle. There's a whole arsenal out there waiting to be discovered.

And who knows? You might find something even better than the Dark Moon Greatsword. (Gasp! Did I just say that out loud?).

Use the weapon that makes you feel like a badass. That’s the most important thing.