Lightning damage has been a staple of the Souls games for a long time. Mostly, you will be using this type of damage against heavily armed enemies, draconic, serpentine, and dragons. Additionally, you can use the Sanctified Whetstone to add lightning damage on weapons with Ashes of War applied to them in Elden Ring.
Some enemies that deal lightning damage may also possess high resistance to it while others are immune to the damage type. This makes it challenging to damage them. Lastly, as a rule of thumb, always remember to increase Lightning Damage against wet enemies or enemies in the water.
#5 Dragonclaw Shield
Location: You can find this lightning weapon at the Altus Plateau in Elden Ring. Simply defeat the Draconic Tree Sentinel and obtain this weapon as a reward.
Equip Requirement: To wield this weapon, you should have a minimum of 28 Strength and 12 Dexterity.
Scaling: Strength (D) and Dexterity (E)
Default Weapon Skill: Shield Bash
Arguably one of the most menacing shields in Elden Ring. The Dragonclaw shield is commonly wielded by the Draconic Tree Sentinels. What makes this lighting weapon powerful is its ability to absorb any damage, the only exception being holy damage.
Furthermore, it can be paired with almost any weapon and can deal the most damage to dragon enemies with its Shield Bash weapon art.
#4 Dragon Greatclaw
Location: This weapon is rewarded to you alongside the Dragonclaw Shield after defeating the Draconic Tree Sentinel at Altus Plateau.
Equip Requirement: This weapon requires at least 30 Strength and 14 Dexterity.
Scaling: Strength (D) and Dexterity (D)
Default Weapon Skill: Endure
A colossal weapon that deals lightning damage. The Dragon Greatclaw deals the most damage to enemies such as Dragons. With its weapon skill, you can reduce the overall damage received while simultaneously increasing poise.
You can pair it with the Dragonclaw Shield to become a juggernaut, utterly annihilating anyone or anything you face.
#3 Veteran’s Prosthesis
Location: You will find this weapon at Castle Sol; defeat Commanded Niall to obtain the Veteran’s Prosthesis as a reward.
Equip Requirement: You must possess at least 15 Strengths and 12 Dexterity to wield this weapon.
Scaling: Strength (D) and Dexterity (D)
Default Weapon Skill: Storm Kick
A weapon that masters its AOE damage, Veteran’s Prosthesis is capable of inflicting the most damage with its AOE weapon art. It is arguably the best choice to use for a fist-fighting build.
#2 Dragon King’s Cragblade
Location: To acquire this weapon, you must defeat the secret boss called Dragonlord Placidusax who is found in the Crumbling Farum Azula area.
Equip Requirement: To wield this weapon, you must possess at least 18 Strength and 37 Dexterity.
Scaling: Strength (E) and Dexterity (D)
Default Weapon Skill: Thundercloud Form
A lethal secret weapon that deals Lightning damage. The Dragon King’s Cragblade possesses the best Weapon Art which you can use to deal tremendous amounts of damage while knocking out any enemy coming in its path.
With its ability to deal additional damage to both ancient and dragon enemies, it is a must-have weapon to equip if you are a lightning player.
#1 Bolt of Gransax
Location: The Bolt of Gransax is found in the upper section of Leyndell, in the Royal Capital, mounted atop a golden structure
Equip Requirement: To wield this weapon, you must possess at least 20 Strength and a staggering 40 Dexterity.
Scaling: Strength (D) and Dexterity (D)
Default Weapon Skill: Ancient Lightning Spear
We have saved the best for last. The Bolt of Gransax is considered the best lightning weapons in Elden Ring offers. Using its weapon art, this weapon can deal a high output of 100% lightning damage at range. It also inflicts high damage to dragon enemies, solidifying its status as the best lightning weapon to equip.
