[Top 10] Dark Souls 3 Best Magic Weapons

Updated:

30 Dec 2021

Most weapons have some sort of niche that they fill quite nicely, and magic weapons are no exception. There are true magic weapons that have innate magic properties, such as ones acquired by soul transposition, and there are other weapons that are normal physical weapons, but their movesets and qualities make them incredible with Crystal infusions and Magic Weapon buffs. This article will cover some of the best Magic Weapons in Dark Souls 3.

10. Crescent Moon Sword

How to get the Crescent Moon Sword

The Crescent Moon Sword is an excellent weapon for any Intelligence build that requires a solid weapon. It is quite similar to the Moonlight Greatsword, having innate magic damage and being able to shoot projectiles of concentrated magical energy. The sword is a quick weapon, with high scaling in Dexterity as opposed to the Moonlight Greatsword, which scales in Strength and is much slower. Nonetheless, it’s amazing and you should definitely use it.

What makes the Crescent Moon Sword great:

High Dexterity scaling
Good damage
Innate magic damage
Projectile combat

Crescent Moon Sword stats:

Regular: 78 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: D
Regular +3: 116 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: D
Regular +5: 142 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: D

9. Moonlight Greatsword

How to get the Moonlight Greatsword

The iconic Moonlight Greatsword is a staple in these games, and it proves its power time and time again, making itself prominent in any Intelligence or Sorcery build. Its signature ability is shooting projectiles of concentrated moonlight at enemies, making for efficient and very fun combat!

What makes the Moonlight Greatsword great:

High intelligence scaling
High damage
Projectiles
Very fun to use

Moonlight Greatsword stats:

Regular: 130 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: C
Regular +3: 195 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: B
Regular +5: 238 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: B

8. Lothric Knight Sword

How to get the Lothric Knight Sword

Here we have a sword that doesn’t have any magic damage or scaling, but that can be remedied with a crystal infusion and a magic weapon spell. Due to the quality of the weapon itself, its moveset, and excellent damage, it is extremely good to utilize it in an Intelligence build.

What makes the Lothric Knight Sword great:

Good moveset
High damage
Compatible with many builds with the right infusion

Lothric Knight Sword stats:

Regular: 103 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +3: 133 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +6: 164 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +10: 206 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /

7. Crystal Sage’s Rapier

How to get the Crystal Sage’s Rapier

Speed is key with this weapon. The Crystal Sage’s Rapier is the longest thrusting sword in the game, offering up some very nice range and magical power. Its scaling is amazing, as well as the innate magic damage that the blade has. Item Discovery is increased while this weapon is in an active slot, and it stacks with the Symbol of Avarice and other Discovery weapons.

What makes the Crystal Sage’s Rapier great:

Very good damage
Innate magic damage
High Intelligence scaling
Good range
Increases Item Discovery

Crystal Sage’s Rapier stats:

Regular: 82 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: C
Regular +3: 123 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: B
Regular +5: 150 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: A

6. Immolation Tinder

How to get the Immolation Tinder

This bad boy right here is a nice package of special effects, since it can act as a solid weapon and a catalyst to cast Sorceries with. The damage it provides is great, as it has very high Intelligence scaling, as well as the range, which is longer when one-handed. It increases your Spellbuff by 220 when at its highest level. Punitive Flame, its Weapon Art, is an amazing ability that blankets the ground with fire.

What makes the Immolation Tinder great:

Good damage
Acts as a catalyst
Strong Weapon Art
Good scaling

Immolation Tinder stats:

Regular: 118 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: B
Regular +3: 164 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: A
Regular +5: 206 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: A

5. Greatsword of Judgement

How to get the Greatsword of Judgement

A weapon acquired through soul transposition with Ludleth of Courland, the Greatsword of Judgement is one of the weapons that Pontiff Sulyvahn wields to deadly efficiency. It is a magic weapon, capable of launching attacks of Dark energy and providing the blade itself with a non-scaling +80 magic AR buff. Moveset-wise, it uses the same one as the Bastard Sword and is an excellent choice for any Intelligence build.

What makes the Greatsword of Judgement great:

Good damage
Magic AR
Strong Weapon Art
Reliable

Greatsword of Judgement stats:

Regular: 110 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: D
Regular +3: 164 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: C
Regular +5: 200 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: C

4. Onikiri and Ubadachi

How to get the Onikiri and Ubadachi

One of the highest damage-dealers in the game, the Onikiri and Ubadachi are an excellent choice for magic builds that want more melee DPS, as a high-level Crystal infusion along with a Great Magic Weapon buff will make sure that you’re dealing damage for days. Due to the short nature of the weapons, you’ll need to get in fairly close to make sure you’re getting all you can from them.

What makes the Onikiri and Ubadachi great:

Very high DPS
Good scaling with proper infusions
Fun to use
Reliable

Onikiri and Ubadachi stats:

Regular: 104 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +3: 135 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +6: 166 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +10: 208 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /

3. Great Corvian Scythe

How to get the Great Corvian Scythe

For players that want to utilize Dexterity as well as Intelligence in their builds, the Great Corvian Scythe with a Crystal infusion will come in very handy! With the proper infusion and upgrades, it can get up to an S scaling in Intelligence. This, coupled with the strong innate Bleed effect and the fact that it’s the longest Great Scythe in the game, you’re guaranteed to have a great time with this weapon.

What makes the Great Corvian Scythe great:

High damage
Good Bleed build up
High scaling with right infusion
Long range

Great Corvian Scythe stats:

Regular: 97 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +3: 126 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +6: 155 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /
Regular +10: 194 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: /

2. Friede’s Great Scythe

How to get Friede’s Great Scythe

One of the best weapons in the game in general, Friede’s Great Scythe has an A scaling in both Intelligence and Dexterity, making it a great damage dealer compatible with any Intelligence build. The Weapon Art is amazing and quite complex, but it deals great damage and offers versatile attacks that are overall very nice. It is the only Scythe to have an innate Frostbite effect.

What makes Friede’s Great Scythe great:

Great Weapon Art
High scaling
Great moveset
High damage

Friede’s Great Scythe stats:

Regular: 110 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: C
Regular +3: 166 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: B
Regular +5: 200 attack damage | Intelligence scaling: A

1. Heysel Pick

How to get the Heysel Pick

And now we come to the best magic weapon in the game – the Heysel Pick. It has innate magic damage that can be further increased by using its Weapon Art – Steady Chant, which increases the damage of Sorceries. The moveset is quite good, but the most notable thing is that it has many true combos, so you can be in the middle of an attack chain and instantly use Sorceries such as Soul Greatsword with perfect fluidity, not disrupting your attack pattern. This is what makes it great for many magic builds.