Discover the locations of all three Backhand Blade weapons in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Learn where to find the Backhand Blade, Smithscript Cirque, and Curseblade's Cirque.
Hey there, Tarnished! Looking to get your hands on some of those speedy Backhand Blades in the new Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion? These lightweight weapons are fantastic for getting in quick hits and dodging out before the enemy can even react. There are only three of them to find, so let's track them all down!
Here's a quick rundown of the Backhand Blades you'll be hunting:
- Backhand Blade — Skill: Blind Spot
- Smithscript Cirque — Skill: Blind Spot
- Curseblade’s Cirque — Skill: Deadly Dance
These weapons are great for players who like to stay mobile and avoid taking too much damage. Now, let's get to where you can find them.
Backhand Blade Location
Your first stop is to head northeast of the Scorched Ruins. Keep going in that general direction, and you'll find the Backhand Blade just chilling next to a stone coffin. It's a pretty straightforward find once you're in the right area of the Gravesite Plain.
This blade requires 10 Strength and 13 Dexterity. Its special skill, Blind Spot, is perfect for getting behind enemies and striking where they least expect it.
Curseblade’s Cirque Location
Next up, we're heading northeast of the Gravesite Plain site of grace. Keep your eyes peeled for archways, as that's where you'll find the Curseblade enemies. These enemies are the ones who might drop the Curseblade’s Cirque.
Now, this isn't a guaranteed drop, so if you're having trouble getting it to appear, consider using items like the Silver-Pickled Fowl Foot to boost your item discovery rate. This weapon needs 9 Strength, 22 Dexterity, 11 Intelligence, and 11 Faith. Its skill is Deadly Dance, a rapid spinning attack that really shreds through foes.
Smithscript Cirque Location
For the last Backhand Blade, you'll want to make your way to the Ruined Forge Of Starfall Past. This area is southeast of the Highroad Cross site of grace in the Scadu Altus region. Work your way through this dungeon until you've hit the second lever. After that, the Smithscript Cirque should be waiting for you at the end of the path.
This one requires a bit more stat investment: 9 Strength, 14 Dexterity, 11 Intelligence, and 11 Faith. It also comes with the Blind Spot skill, just like the basic Backhand Blade.
That's all three! Happy hunting, Tarnished!
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