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Today, we’re diving into a build focused on the Strength and Arcane attributes, centered entirely around the Blood Fiend’s Arm. This weapon, with its deadly bleed buildup, combined with the Braggart Roar Ash of War, brings some serious damage to the table. Let’s break down this devastating build and why it’s a force to be reckoned with in Elden Ring.

The Blood Fiend’s Arm: A Monster of Bleed Buildup

The Blood Fiend’s Arm is a colossal weapon with a truly unique characteristic—its immense blood loss buildup. While many colossal weapons boast heavy damage and stagger potential, the Blood Fiend’s Arm stands out for its ability to cause bleed damage at an astonishing rate. For comparison, a standard colossal sword deals 162 bleed buildup, while the Blood Fiend’s Arm outshines this with nearly 30 more points of bleed buildup, which makes it incredibly effective in dealing with even the toughest enemies.

When paired with the Braggart Roar Ash of War, you get a deadly combo. The heavy attack into light attack true combo from the Braggart Roar is one of the best ways to quickly trigger blood loss. In fact, a successful hit with this setup can almost guarantee a double hit, resulting in rapid bleed procs that decimate your enemies in seconds. Whether you're up against a single foe or a group, the build’s ability to inflict bleeding damage makes it one of the most efficient ways to whittle down enemy health.

Enhancing Damage: Radahn and the Highland Axe

To further boost the power of your build, we’ll use the Radahn’s Great Rune. This rune enhances your heavy attack power, which synergizes perfectly with the Braggart Roar’s devastating combo. If you want to keep the momentum rolling, consider equipping the Highland Axe in your off-hand. Its purpose isn’t for direct attack but for the bonus it gives to your heavy attacks, further boosting your overall damage output.

Of course, the two-handed sword Talisman is a must. It grants a 10% damage increase when two-handing your weapon, which is essential for maximizing the Blood Fiend’s Arm’s potential. The remaining two talismans can be selected based on your personal preferences, but here’s my take: Poise is crucial. With Poise, you can trade hits with enemies during your heavy attacks, ensuring that you don’t get interrupted while you're dealing with massive damage.

Finally, we’ve got the Great-Jar’s Arsenal, which helps manage the build's weight. The Blood Fiend’s Arm, along with the necessary talismans and equipment, can get pretty heavy, and if you don’t have the right endurance, you could be left slow and vulnerable. This Talisman alleviates the weight issues, allowing you to maintain optimal mobility and attack power.

Buffs for Maximum Effect

When it comes to buffs, you'll want to equip Elden Ring items that either enhance your physical damage or increase your Arcane scaling. The Exalted Flesh and Uplifting Aromatic are fantastic choices for boosting your damage output. Since the Blood Fiend’s Arm is purely physical damage, these will provide a hefty advantage in combat. You could also opt for the Sacred Bloody Flesh, which gives you 10 extra Arcane, and as an added bonus, it boosts your damage if there’s blood loss around. Both buffs work wonders depending on the situation, but either way, you’ll be enhancing your overall damage.

Invasion Highlights: The Power of Bleed

Now, let's talk about the real fun—the invasions! This build absolutely shines in PvP, especially when you’re able to catch your opponents off guard. The sheer bleed potential of the Blood Fiend’s Arm ensures that no matter the situation, if you can land your hits, the blood loss will follow shortly after.

In one instance, I found myself up against a duo wielding Colossal weapons. The pressure was on, but after a few solid trades, I managed to land two heavy attacks in quick succession. This triggered the bleed buildup and took them both down within moments. The backstab mechanic also worked in my favor, causing bleed damage even when I didn’t expect it. This is the power of the Blood Fiend’s Arm—it’s a weapon that doesn’t just hit hard; it hits fast and consistently.

Another highlight came when I was faced with a team of three players. The odds seemed stacked against me, but I stayed aggressive, using the Braggart Roar’s true combo to force enemies into trades. Despite their best efforts, the bleed damage from my weapon paired with the high Poise allowed me to survive even the most intense exchanges. The result? A double kill, followed by an intense fight where I used every tool in my kit to finish them off.

The Dual Colossals: A New Threat

There’s also something satisfying about the sheer weight and power of colossal weapons. When used in tandem with the Braggart Roar, you have the perfect setup for brutal, game-changing trades. It’s a slow, methodical build, but once you’ve mastered the timing of your heavy attacks, it’s hard to stop.

In another instance, I faced off against a powerful healer in the middle of a large fight. This was a challenge because healing can undo all the hard work you’ve put in, but with the Blood Fiend’s Arm’s bleed buildup, I was able to quickly overwhelm them. The first thing I did was eliminate the healer, ensuring that the rest of the team would eventually fall to my bleed damage.

Conclusion: Why the Strength/Arcane Blood Fiend’s Arm Build is a Game Changer

If you’ve been looking for a build that offers both power and versatility, look no further than this Strength/Arcane hybrid using the Blood Fiend’s Arm. With incredible bleed buildup, the Braggart Roar Ash of War, and the synergy of the Radahn Great Elden Ring Runes and other equipment, this build is a menace in both PvP and PvE. Whether you’re invading or dueling, the potential to end fights in mere moments with bleed damage is something every Elden Ring player should experience.

As always, I hope you guys enjoyed the article. Remember to experiment with your own setups, but this Blood Fiend’s Arm build is a fantastic choice for those who enjoy the thrill of watching their opponents quickly succumb to devastating bleed effects. Thanks for watching, and I’ll catch you in the next one!