[Top 10] Dark Souls 3 Best Dex Weapons And How To Get Them

Updated:

14 Dec 2021

Utilizing a good Dexterity weapon can mean the difference between struggling to complete the game and absolutely mowing your way through enemies and bosses with ease. Dex weapons usually encompass a faster playstyle that emphasizes mobility and weaving in between enemies and around bosses, for an exciting experience. This article will cover some of the best Dexterity weapons in the game, their benefits and why it’s fun to use them.

10. Black Blade

Starting out, we have the Black Blade. A Katana characterized by having the shortest length out of any weapon of the same class, the Black Blade features a heavy moveset with extremely high base damage. To compensate for the shorter range, the Black Blade’s moveset includes some mobility-oriented attacks, as well as being able to “pancake” enemies.

What makes the Black Blade great:

Heavy moveset
High base damage
High attack rating with Dex/Luck
Can knock down opponents

Black Blade stats:

Regular: 122 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +3: 158 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 196 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +10: 244 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

9. Crow Quills

The Crow Quills are a weapon introduced in the Ashes of Ariandel DLC. This weapon is a sort of rapier/claw hybrid that can launch quills at enemies and poke them full of holes. The moveset is swift and a sharp infusion can get the weapon to an S scaling in Dexterity. Critical hits are also emphasized here, making the Crow Quills ideal for parries and backstabs. Overall, an extremely fun weapon that should be considered for a run.

What makes the Crow Quills great:

High Dexterity scaling
Swift moveset
Leaping animation in some attacks
Follow-up thrust after tossing quills

Crow Quills stats:

Regular: 98 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +3: 127 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 156 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B
Regular +10: 196 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B

8. Chaos Blade

The Chaos Blade is a katana that has some of the highest potential for damage in the game, at least regarding katanas. The bleed effect included damages the wielder after each hit, but it inflicts more bleed than other Katanas. It has an extremely high Dexterity scaling and the damage per hit can be mitigated by using certain rings and spells, so the innate bleed effect is well worth the hassle.

What makes the Chaos Blade great:

Extremely high Dexterity scaling
High attack rating
Strong bleed effect
Highest damage katana

Chaos Blade stats:

Regular: 103 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: A
Regular +3: 144 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: S
Regular +5: 180 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: S

7. Darkdrift

Another Katana, the Darkdrift is the favored weapon of Yuria of Londor, and it has the stats to back up the lore! From a combat standpoint, it has the lowest stamina consumption out of any katana, so it’s ideal for spamming attacks and keeping the pressure up. Aside from having good Dexterity scaling, the weapon fits well into a Quality build, and it has innate shield piercing.

What makes Darkdrift great:

Very good for a Quality build
Can pierce shields
Lowest stamina consumption of all katanas

Darkdrift stats:

Regular: 134 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
Regular +3: 187 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
Regular +5: 234 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

6. Estoc

The Estoc is a thrusting sword that puts special emphasis on stabbing enemies repeatedly, breaking through their armor. Speed is key with this weapon, making it ideal for players that want a faster approach to gameplay, opting to dash in and out of battle.

What makes the Estoc great:

Very fast
Good Dexterity scaling
Can break shields

Estoc stats:

Regular: 105 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
Regular +3: 136 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 168 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +10: 210 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

5. Great Corvian Scythe

A Great Reaper Scythe that has innate Bleed, this weapon is ideal for players that want wider, slashing attacks that are very effective on crowds of enemies. While the Bleed effect is high, there is a drawback. Each attack that you land on an enemy will stack the Bleed effect onto you as well. This is not so bad, however, since the damage dealt by your own Bleed is not that high. Other than this, the Great Corvian Scythe has extremely long range and innate shield piercing.

What makes the Great Corvian Scythe great:

Long range
Good bleed effect
Sweet spot on the blade for more damage
Shield piercing
Hyperarmor

Great Corvian Scythe Stats:

Regular: 97 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +3: 126 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 155 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B
Regular +10: 194 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B

4. Warden Twinblades

Similar to the Sellsword Twinblades, this weapon features a very quick moveset that employs spinning slashes that transition into strong attacks. It works well with Blood infusion and proves to be quite useful with groups of enemies. Generally, it can be considered a classic Dex weapon that is reliable in many situations, and well worth picking up.

What makes the Warden Twinblades great:

Good Dexterity scaling
Fast moveset
Spinning slashes
Good for Blood infusion

Warden Twinblades stats:

Regular: 93 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
Regular +3: 120 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 148 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +10: 186 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

3. Rapier

One of the best Thrusting Swords in the game, the Rapier features a fast moveset made for poking the hell out of your enemies. It has the highest critical damage, but the shortest range. A smart combination to consider when using this weapon is to hold it in your offhand, stun enemies with it, then smack them with a heavy weapon in your main hand.

What makes the Rapier great:

High critical damage
High Dexterity scaling
Fast attack speed
Can be used as an offhand weapon
The lightest Thrusting Sword

Rapier stats:

Regular: 95 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +3: 123 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 152 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +10: 190 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B

2. Lothric Knight Sword

The Lothric Knight Sword is one of the best general weapons in the game, largely due to its scaling and moveset. It has great damage, long reach, and it’s great with any infusion and build that isn’t Strength-based. Thrusting attacks are employed in the moveset, which bolster the already high critical damage.

What makes the Lothric Knight Sword great:

High range
Great Dexterity scaling
Works with any infusion
High critical damage
Versatile weapon art

Lothric Knight Sword stats:

Regular: 103 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
Regular +3: 133 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +6: 164 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
Regular +10: 206 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

1. Sellsword Twinblades

And now, we come to the best Dexterity weapon in the game: The Sellsword Twinblades. This weapon has excellent Dexterity scaling and a killer moveset, ideal for rending your way through bosses and enemies alike. It is also the weapon of choice for speedrunners, simply because of the fact that the damage output is insane and proper upgrades and infusions make this weapon a beast.