Patch 1.13 the most current patch in Elden Ring. Patch 1.13 brought many significant balance changes and improvements to both PvE and PvP aspects of Elden Ring. In this Elden Ring 1.13 build tier list, we’re going to rank the top 7 new best builds and weapon combos.

Elden Ring 1.13 Best Builds - Elden Ring Patch 1.13 Build Guide

FromSoftware adjusted numerous weapons, ashes of war, spells, incantations and summonable spirit ash abilities. Buffs were applied to improve less utilized options, while nerfs aimed to balance overpowered strategies. Notably, many core ashes of war like Savage Lion's Claw, Crucible Wings and Overhead Stance received direct damage increases, making them even more viable build foundations. Numerous summonable spirit ashes also gained tankiness improvements. These changes open up more options for players in crafting optimized builds. If you're looking for the best builds after 1.13 patch in Elden Ring, you'd better keep reading this build ranking! Buy cheap Elden Ring runes on AOEAH.COM to prepare a new patch.

7. Savage Lion’s Claw Build

Savage Lion's Claw ash of war has been directly buffed/improved in patch 1.13. Specifically, the first hit does more poise damage and more damage overall now compared to pre-patch. This makes it a much stronger ability. It's being used with Fraiser's Greatsword which adds extra damage when using ash of wars like Savage Lion's Claw. Combining the buffed ash of war with a weapon that boosts its damage further enhances its power. Make it poised to be one of the top best PvE builds on the Elden Ring 1.13 build ranking.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 21

Endurance: 30

Strength: 60

Dexterity: 14

Intelligence: 21

Faith: 16

Arcane: 10

Gear

Right Hand: Freyja's Cold Greatsword

Left Hand: Dragon Communion Seal, Perfumer's Magic Shield

Head: Circlet of Light 

Legs: Cloth Trousers

Talisman

Blade of Mercy

Shard of Alexander

Magic Scorpion Charm

Dagger Talisman

Wondrous Physick

Magic-shrouding Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

6. Crucible Wings Build

Crucible Wings itself was directly buffed in the patch - it got increased attack power, directional ability, and poise damage. This made an already good ash of war even stronger. Using it with the sacred affinity Maiden's Mist means it will deal holy damage, which Commander Niall is weak to. This significantly increases its effectiveness against one of the tougher bosses.  Boss weaknesses and resistances are utilized by matching holy damage, making the build perfectly suited for specific difficult late game encounters. High damage yet high survivability through buffs makes it a very balanced and well-rounded build.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 20

Endurance: 28

Strength: 15

Dexterity: 23

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 80

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Sacred Milady

Left Hand: Erdtree Seal

Armor: Sanguine Noble Robe

Legs: Confessor Boots

Talisman

Sacred Scorpion Charm

Shard of Alexander

Ritual Sword Talisman

Millicent's Prosthesis

Wondrous Physick

Holy-Shrouding Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

5. Rakshasa Katana Build

The Weep Cutter ash of war was directly buffed by increasing its attack speed. This makes the ash of war combo and damage output much stronger. Rakshasa's Katana already has very high damage ratings, and the buffed ash of war allows utilizing that damage potential even more effectively. Katanas in general are very strong in Elden Ring. The buffed ash makes one of the best katanas even more powerful. Combined with high damage stats and gear to further maximize damage output, this is the best Elden Ring 1.13 build to deal massive burst and bleed damage against all PvE opponents.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 21

Endurance: 30

Strength: 15

Dexterity: 75

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Rakshasa's Great Katana

Left Hand: Giant's Seal

Head: Rakshasa Helm

Armor: Rakshasa Armor

Hands: Rakshasa Gauntlets

Legs: Rakshasa Greaves

Talisman

Millicent's Prosthesis

Shard of Alexander

Lord of Blood's Exultation

Winged Sword Insignia

Wondrous Physick

Thorny Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

4. Bear Claws Build

The main ash of war was directly buffed to provide more poise when using it. This allows sustaining attacks and combos more effectively. Combined with the high 70 strength scaling, it can deal heavy strike damage. Unique moveset of claw weapons are fun and effective in PvE. Talismans like Shard of Alexander and Lord of Blood further boost already high damage. This build can reliably stun-lock enemies with high risk/high reward close range gameplay. Stays in the fourth spot on this Elden Ring 1.13 builds ranking.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 21

Endurance: 30

Strength: 70

Dexterity: 20

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Red Bear's Claw

Left Hand: Giant's Seal

Head: Rakshasa Helm

Armor: Rakshasa Armor

Hands: Rakshasa Gauntlets

Legs: Rakshasa Greaves

Talisman

Millicent's Prosthesis

Shard of Alexander

Lord of Blood's Exultation

Ritual Sword Talisman

Wondrous Physick

Thorny Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

3. Overhead Stance Build

Overhead Stance ash of war received a direct damage buff, making an already powerful ability even stronger. Combined with the high dex scaling of the Great Katana, it can deal massive physical damage. Using Keen affinity and blood flame blade adds continuous blood loss build up pressure Blood loss build up punishes enemies and helps control fights. High sustained damage breaks through enemies. This third best Elden Ring 1.13 build prioritizes max damage without compromising defense or utility.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 21

Endurance: 30

Strength: 70

Dexterity: 20

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Keen Great Katana

Left Hand: Giant's Seal

Head: Circlet of Light

Armor: Rakshasa Armor

Hands: Rakshasa Gauntlets

Legs: Rakshasa Greaves

Talisman

Millicent's Prosthesis

Shard of Alexander

Lord of Blood's Exultation

Winged Sword Insignia

Wondrous Physick

Thorny Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

2. Claws of Knight Build

The claws' signature Ash of War received a buff by increasing its poise damage. This helps break opponent's guards more reliably. It already had very high dps potential between its innate bleed buildup and high dex scaling damage. The patch buff makes it even stronger. Focusing purely on high dexterity at 75 maximizes both weapon and ash of war scaling for maximum offensive output. Being a bleed build, it pressures opponents with continual damage over time. Its ranged ash of war offers better poke damage and zone control than most close combat weapons. Claws of Knight are very effective Elden Ring patch 1.13 builds in both PvE and PvP meta after most changes.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 23

Endurance: 28

Strength: 15

Dexterity: 75

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Claws of Night

Left Hand: (Any Seal)

Head: Greathelm

Armor: Blackflame Monk Armor

Hands: Oathseeker Knight Gauntlets

Legs: Black Knight Greaves

Talisman

Millicent's Prosthesis

Lord of Blood's Exultation

Ritual Sword Talisman

Winged Sword Insignia

Wondrous Physick

Thorny Craked Tear

Faith-knot Crystal Tear

1. Euphoria Build

Euphoria is the No.1 best build on this Elden Ring 1.13 tier list. Euphoria's signature Ash of War, Yopria's Glintstone Vortex, was significantly buffed. It now has a longer beam duration and higher damage. 70 faith capitalizes on the high holy scaling of Euphoria and the ash of war. This results in massive damage output. The build focuses solely on faith for damage scaling while still having good vig/end. This allows for high damage and survivability. Holy damage is very strong against many late-game enemies and bosses in the Lands Between. Euphoria itself was already a top-tier weapon. The significant buff makes it a damage-dealing powerhouse. Overall, this Elden Ring best build 1.13 can dominate PVE with sustained holy damage.

Stats

Vigor: 60

Mind: 23

Endurance: 28

Strength: 15

Dexterity: 75

Intelligence: 9

Faith: 25

Arcane: 9

Gear

Right Hand: Euphoria

Left Hand: Erdtree Seal

Head: Greathelm

Armor: Sanguine Noble Robe

Hands: Gauntlets of Solitude

Legs: Greaves of Solitude

Talisman

Shard of Alexander

Axe Talisman

Ritual Sword Talisman

Sacred Scorpion Charm

Wondrous Physick

Spiked Craked Tear

Holy-shrouding Craked Tear