<em data-start="55" data-end="67">Elden Ring is a massive game, packed with secrets tucked into every shadowy corridor and cliffside ruin. While many players discover the iconic Moonveil or Rivers of Blood early on, there are dozens of lesser-known weapons waiting to be uncovered. Some of these are tucked away behind optional bosses, while others require obscure item interactions or exploration in out-of-the-way locations. If you think you've seen it all, this list might just prove otherwise.

Here are 22 hidden weapons in <em data-start="556" data-end="568">Elden Ring you probably missed &mdash; and why they&rsquo;re worth tracking down.

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<h3>1. Serpentbone Blade</h3>
Found in the Volcano Manor questline, this katana delivers deadly poison buildup. It&rsquo;s easy to miss if you rush past Tanith&rsquo;s contracts.

<h3>2. Bastard&rsquo;s Stars</h3>
Dropped by Astel, Naturalborn of the Void, this flail scales with Intelligence and unleashes cosmic power. Most players don&rsquo;t find it unless they pursue Ranni&rsquo;s full questline.

<h3>3. Nightrider Glaive</h3>
Dropped by a Night&rsquo;s Cavalry in Dragonbarrow, this colossal halberd boasts incredible strength scaling. It only appears at night, so it&rsquo;s often overlooked.

<h3>4. Vyke&rsquo;s War Spear</h3>
Hidden in the Church of Inhibition, this weapon causes madness buildup &mdash; perfect for PvP. Be prepared for a tough fight if you want to claim it.

<h3>5. Blade of Calling</h3>
Located in Leyndell after the world shifts, this dagger requires late-game access and some precise platforming.

<h3>6. Nox Flowing Sword</h3>
A beautiful curved sword found in Nokron, Eternal City. You&rsquo;ll need to defeat the twin Nox bosses to get it.

<h3>7. Celebrant&rsquo;s Cleaver</h3>
This axe has a unique twist: every hit gives you a small number of runes. Not much, but it stacks &mdash; especially interesting if you&rsquo;re not opposed to looking for elden ring runes for sale.

<h3>8. Monk&rsquo;s Flamemace</h3>
A fire-themed mace used by Flame Monks, this drops rarely and requires some serious grinding. Easy to miss unless you&rsquo;re farming in the Mountaintops of the Giants.

<h3>9. Cragblade</h3>
A heavy thrusting sword that excels in stagger and poise-breaking. Found in the Sellia Crystal Tunnel, one of the more obscure mine areas.

<h3>10. Beastclaw Greathammer</h3>
Dropped by a bell-bearing hunter in Farum Azula, this Strength weapon offers excellent poise damage and a unique Ash of War.

<h3>11. Ripple Crescent Halberd</h3>
This Faith-scaling halberd looks unassuming but shines when paired with Arcane and status-inflicting greases. It's dropped by a rare Albinauric enemy.

<h3>12. Magma Whip Candlestick</h3>
Acquired by finishing the quest for Patches (yes, he&rsquo;s back again), this fiery whip has a unique feel and flame-based damage.

<h3>13. Great Club</h3>
Tucked away in the Consecrated Snowfield, this massive Strength weapon is easy to miss unless you&rsquo;re scouring every inch.

<h3>14. Frozen Needle</h3>
A frost-focused rapier found in a chest in Kingsrealm Ruins. It can launch ice projectiles &mdash; great for stylish pokes in PvP.

<h3>15. Marais Executioner&rsquo;s Sword</h3>
Rewarded for defeating Elemer of the Briar, this strength/intelligence weapon has a very anime-style special attack.

<h3>16. Rosus&rsquo; Axe</h3>
Located in a graveyard northeast of Caria Manor, this axe scales with Intelligence and offers a necromantic aesthetic.

<h3>17. Envoy&rsquo;s Long Horn</h3>
A drop from the Oracle Envoys in Haligtree. It&rsquo;s not only rare but comically large &mdash; and shoots bubbles that deal Holy damage.

<h3>18. Giant-Crusher</h3>
Hidden in a chest near the Outer Wall Phantom Tree, this enormous club is pure Strength. Many players walk right past it.

<h3>19. Staff of the Guilty</h3>
While technically a catalyst, this staff is melee-capable and hidden in Fort Laiedd. Perfect for hybrid spellblades.

<h3>20. Watchdog&rsquo;s Staff</h3>
A colossal weapon used by stone guardians, it&rsquo;s hidden deep within the Giant-Conquering Hero&rsquo;s Grave.

<h3>21. Regalia of Eochaid</h3>
This flashy weapon can be found in the Gaol Cave. It scales with Arcane and has a flashy, short-ranged magic slash.

<h3>22. Rotten Greataxe</h3>
Dropped by Rotten Tree Spirits in the Lake of Rot. Its scarlet rot build-up makes it a nightmare in the right hands.

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With a game as vast and mysterious as <em data-start="4273" data-end="4285">Elden Ring, it&rsquo;s no surprise that so many weapons slip through the cracks. Some of these hidden arms offer powerful mechanics, while others are just fun curveballs to throw into your build experimentation. Whether you&rsquo;re scouring dungeons for loot or browsing elden shop options to supplement your arsenal, don&rsquo;t forget that some of the best gear is still out there, waiting in the dark.



Missed a favorite? Chances are there&rsquo;s still more out there. That&rsquo;s the magic of <em data-start="4745" data-end="4757">Elden Ring &mdash; discovery never really ends.