Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree: How to Obtain Backhand Blade

Discover where to find the Backhand Blade in Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC & learn about its stats.

The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC for Elden Ring adds over 90 new weapons spread across various weapon types. Among these additions is the Backhand Blade. This guide will detail where to find the Backhand Blade and provide an overview of its stats and abilities.

Backhand Blade Location

The Backhand Blade can be acquired very early in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. To find it, start at the Scorched Ruins Site of Grace.

From there, follow the path leading north until a mausoleum comes into view just east of the main road. Be cautious not to draw the attention of the Furnace Golem patrolling nearby as you approach the structure.

Within the mausoleum, locate the central tomb. The Backhand Blade will be on the ground next to this grave, waiting to be claimed. If necessary, dispatch the few enemies around the area.

Backhand Blade Stats Overview

The Backhand Blade is both the name of this specific weapon and the category of arms it belongs to. It consists of a curved sword designed to be dual-wielded with the blades facing backward.

As a primarily Dexterity-focused weapon, the Backhand Blade is an excellent fit for builds prioritizing agility.

To equip the Backhand Blade, Tarnished must possess the following minimum stats:

• Strength: 10
• Dexterity: 13

Blind Spot Weapon Skill

The Backhand Blade’s skill is Blind Spot. When activated, the wielder will dash diagonally forward while moving to the side before striking the target from an unexpected angle.

The initial dash grants brief invincibility frames, allowing the user to avoid incoming attacks while positioning themselves for a damaging counterattack. Mastering this technique can make the Backhand Blade a powerful tool for outmaneuvering adversaries.

Summary

To add the Backhand Blade to your Elden Ring loadout, seek out the mausoleum north of the starting Scorched Ruins Site of Grace in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This unique dual-wielding weapon offers:

• Fast-paced, aggressive moveset
• Strong Dexterity scaling
• Evasive Blind Spot weapon skill
• Low Strength and Dexterity requirements