Let’s be real—Elden Ring doesn’t pull its punches. If you’re running a magic build in the early game, you’ve probably heard of the Meteorite Staff or Moonveil Katana a million times. Great choices, but what if you want something a bit more off the beaten path?
In this guide, we’re diving into 7 underrated early-game magic weapons that are powerful, accessible, and just plain fun—but rarely talked about. Whether you're a new Tarnished or starting a fresh sorcery run, this list has something magical for you.
⚔️ 1. Clayman’s Harpoon
Type: Spear
Location: Dropped by Claymen in Siofra River and Ainsel River
Requirements: 13 STR, 13 DEX
Scaling: Can be infused for INT scaling (Cold or Magic affinity)
Why it rocks:
This spear is totally slept on. With its fast pokes and the ability to scale with Intelligence if you infuse it with the right affinity, it’s perfect for magic users who want to stay at range but still stab things up close. Also great for applying status effects!
π£️ Community Tip: Players on Reddit recommend using Cold infusion to trigger Frostbite while casting spells from afar.
π r/EldenRing Clayman’s Harpoon tips
π§ 2. Demi-Human Queen’s Staff
Type: Glintstone Staff
Location: Dropped by the Demi-Human Queen in Weeping Peninsula (Demi-Human Forest Ruins)
Requirements: 10 INT
Why it rocks:
Low requirements, good early scaling, and super easy to get? Yes please. This staff is ideal for early spellcasters and even outperforms the Meteorite Staff once upgraded.
π£️ r/EldenRing Clayman’s Harpoon tipsTip: Upgrade this baby with smithing stones and it’ll last you through midgame.
π΄ 3. Sword of St. Trina
Type: Straight Sword
Location: Forsaken Ruins in Caelid (requires Stonesword Key)
Requirements: 10 STR, 12 DEX, 14 INT
Effect: Applies Sleep with “Mists of Slumber” skill
Why it rocks:
Sleep is underrated. Use this sword to make enemies nap while you snipe them with Glintstone Pebble. It’s a fun and strategic addition to your arsenal.
π 4. Dragon Communion Seal
Type: Sacred Seal
Location: Fringefolk Hero’s Grave (2 Stonesword Keys required)
Scaling: ARC
Boosts: Dragon Communion Incantations
Why it rocks:
This one’s for the Arcane/Faith casters out there. Want to melt enemies with Dragon spells? You’ll want this early-game seal to boost them.
π£️ Community Tip: Pair it with Rotten Breath or Dragonfire for a devastating combo.
⚡ 5. Lazuli Glintstone Sword
Type: Straight Sword
Location: Carian Manor (rare drop from Lazuli Sorcerers)
Requirements: 8 STR, 9 DEX, 13 INT
Bonus: Casts Glintstone Pebble with heavy attack
Why it rocks:
A literal sword-sorcery hybrid. You can swing it AND cast from it, making it super versatile for INT-focused builds.
π£️ Community Tip: Be patient—it’s a rare drop, but totally worth it for hybrid melee/magic users.
π₯ 6. Staff of Loss
Type: Glintstone Staff
Location: Sellia, Town of Sorcery
Effect: Boosts Invisibility Sorceries by 30%
Requirements: 12 INT
Why it rocks:
This is a fun niche pick for stealth builds. Boosts things like Night Comet and Night Maiden’s Mist. Perfect for PvP or assassin-style gameplay.
π£️ Community Tip: Stack this with stealth talismans and use terrain to your advantage.
π 7. Bastard’s Stars
Type: Flail
Location: Trade the Remembrance of the Naturalborn with Enia
Scaling: STR D, DEX E, INT C
Bonus: Boosts damage vs Gravity-type enemies
Why it rocks:
A flail that scales with INT? Yes, and it deals serious magic damage too. Not quite as early as the others, but still easy to get if you beeline for Astel.
π£️ Community Tip: Works great in combo with Gravity Sorceries like Rock Sling.
π¬ Strategy videos on YouTube – Search “Bastard’s Stars Elden Ring build”
✨ Wrap-Up: Build Smarter, Not Harder
So there you go—seven Elden Ring weapons for sorcerers and hybrid casters that often get overshadowed by the usual suspects. Whether you're looking to stab, slash, or sling spells, there's something underrated and powerful here to experiment with.
And if you're not sure how to make these work with your current build, don't sweat it! The community's got your back:
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𧡠r/EldenRing – Tons of build ideas and daily Q&A threads
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π¬ Elden Ring Discord – Active #build-help and #gear-discussion channels
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π ️ Steam Community Hub – Weapon comparisons, upgrade advice, and gameplay support
Got a favorite underrated magic weapon I missed? Drop it in the comments below!
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