Lordsworn Greatsword Vs Claymore

The Greatsword Showdown: My Totally Biased Opinion

Okay, let's be real. We've all been there. Standing in Elden Ring, staring at our inventory. Two giant swords are winking at us. The Lordsworn's Greatsword and the Claymore. Which do you choose? It's the age-old question. A question that plagues Tarnished everywhere.

Everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) loves the Claymore. They call it "baemore". They praise its versatility. They say it's the perfect weapon for any build. Fine. Good for them. But…is it really, though?

Don’t get me wrong, the Claymore is…fine. It’s a solid weapon. You can poke with it. You can swing it. It does sword-y things. It’s the vanilla ice cream of greatswords. Safe. Predictable. A little boring, maybe?

Now, the Lordsworn's Greatsword? That's a different beast altogether. It's got that cool, regal vibe. Like you're about to lead an army (even if that army is just you and your Spirit Ashes). It just feels right in your hands.

Let's talk aesthetics. I know, I know, "fashion souls" is a meme. But come on! The Lordsworn's Greatsword just looks cooler. It has this understated elegance. The Claymore looks like…well, a big sword. Functional, sure, but lacking that certain je ne sais quoi.

Consider the name. "Lordsworn's Greatsword." It evokes images of noble knights and epic battles. "Claymore"? Sounds like something you'd use to till the garden. No offense to gardeners, but I'm trying to slay gods here!

Maybe it’s the slightly longer reach. Maybe it’s the slightly better scaling (at least for my preferred build). Maybe it's just pure, unadulterated bias. But I find the Lordsworn's Greatsword just...performs better. It connects with enemies in a way that the Claymore sometimes doesn't. It feels more impactful.

And let’s face it, half the fun of these games is finding a weapon that just clicks with you. A weapon that feels like an extension of your own arm. For me, that weapon is the Lordsworn’s Greatsword.

Okay, okay, I can hear the Claymore enthusiasts sharpening their pitchforks. "But the moveset!" "But the versatility!" "But…but…it's the BAE-MORE!" I get it. You love your Claymore. You've probably cleared the game with it a dozen times. Good for you! Seriously.

But hear me out. Have you really given the Lordsworn's Greatsword a fair shake? Have you truly explored its potential? Or have you just dismissed it as the "other" greatsword?

I'm not saying the Claymore is bad. It's a perfectly serviceable weapon. But in my humble (and admittedly biased) opinion, the Lordsworn's Greatsword is just...better. It's the hidden gem. The underdog. The greatsword that deserves more love.

So, the next time you're starting a new Elden Ring playthrough, do yourself a favor. Give the Lordsworn's Greatsword a try. You might just surprise yourself. You might just find your new favorite weapon. And if you don't? Well, you can always go back to your precious Claymore. I won't judge. (Okay, maybe a little.)

Ultimately, it all comes down to personal preference. But if you're looking for a greatsword that's both stylish and effective, don't overlook the Lordsworn's Greatsword. It might just be the weapon you've been searching for.

"One man's trash is another man's treasure," as they say. Or, in this case, one Tarnished's Claymore is another Tarnished's Lordsworn's Greatsword. Choose your weapon wisely…and stylishly!

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some dragons to slay with my trusty Lordsworn's Greatsword. Don't tell anyone, but I may or may not have nicknamed it "Larry." Good luck out there, Tarnished!