Recording summary · March 2022
Elden Ring - ULTIMATE Paladin TANK build
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Overview
Daniel developed a defensive Holy Paladin tank build for Elden Ring based around the Barricade Shield Ash of War, guard counters, and holy damage enhancements such as Golden Vow and Order's Blade.
Equipment for the build includes the Golden Halberd, a brass shield, mixed golden plate armor, and talismans that boost defense and holy damage, with gear swapped for magic resistance when facing magic attacks.
The playstyle focuses on absorbing full combo strings through Barricade Shield and countering strictly without overextending, while future video updates are planned as improved gear or spells are discovered.
Themes
Barricade Shield mechanics, duration tracking, and acquisition from a mounted knight at Castle Morne Rampart.
Holy buffs and spell choices, including Golden Vow, Order's Blade, and stat restrictions preventing the use of other holy spells.
Gear loadout and countering magic vulnerability through armor swaps.
Defensive combat strategy focusing on guard counters and blocking full combo strings rather than dodging.
Uncertainties & gaps
The precise damage increase percentage provided by Golden Vow is approximated around 12%.