Incantation Buffs! Reviewing The Spell Changes. Patch 1.13 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Introduction

This tutorial provides a comprehensive overview of the recent changes to DLC incantations in Elden Ring following Patch 1.13. We'll review the nine spells that received buffs, ranking them from least effective to most effective, and offering practical advice on their use in gameplay.

Chapter 1: Watchful Spirit

• Overview: This spell has received improved tracking, but it remains at the bottom of the tier list.
• Issues:
  • Long casting animation.
  • Low damage output.
  • Slow projectile travel speed with only four projectiles over ten seconds.
• Recommendations:
  • Consider using alternative spells with faster projectiles and better damage.
  • Watch for potential adjustments in future patches to improve its viability.

Chapter 2: Minor Erdtree

• Improvements: Increased attack speed when held continuously.
• Drawbacks:
  • Cannot move while casting.
  • No hyper armor during the casting animation.
  • High requirements: 48 Faith, 2 spell slots, and 10 FP cost.
• Suggestions:
  • It might benefit from a wider area of effect (AOE) and reduced casting costs.
  • Look for spells with better healing capabilities if you play at higher Faith levels.

Chapter 3: Land of Shadow

• Enhancements: Healing rate improved from 24 HP to 35 HP per second, lasting 30 seconds.
• Considerations:
  • Not affected by the Lord's Talisman.
  • High Faith requirement (70) limits its accessibility.
• Action Points:
  • Explore other healing options like Heal or Erdtree Heal for better performance.
  • Advocate for a wider AOE and higher healing output in future updates.

Chapter 4: Furious Blade of Ansbach

• Buffs: Improved tracking and increased damage.
• Challenges:
  • Long animation and high FP consumption.
  • Poor damage compared to other spells.
• Advice:
  • Consider using this spell for sniping if its animation speed is improved.
  • Keep an eye on its performance in PvP situations.

Chapter 5: Divine Beast Tornado

• Updates: Increased damage with better blood loss buildup.
• Limitations:
  • Damage still low when uncharged.
  • Lack of stagger effect during initial casting.
• Tips:
  • Utilize this spell against smaller enemies where it can stagger effectively.
  • Recommend adjustments for a hitbox during the conjuring animation.

Chapter 6: Rain of Fire

• Changes: Increased overall damage and stance damage from 20 to 42 when fully charged.
• Pitfalls:
  • Still not comparable to higher-damage spells like Dragonclaw.
• Utilization:
  • Use for short-range stun locking and consider it for combos with spirit summons.
  • Suggest adding hyper armor to the spell to enhance its effectiveness.

Chapter 7: Rotten Butterflies

• Transformations: Increased rot buildup and larger AOE.
• Comparison: Similar to Scarlet Aonia but better against larger targets.
• Strategies:
  • Effective for applying rot damage to bosses, especially dragons.
  • Consider it for crowd control in larger enemy groups.

Conclusion

The recent buffs to these incantations in Elden Ring offer players new strategies and options. While many spells still face significant drawbacks, understanding their strengths and weaknesses can help you make informed choices in gameplay. Keep experimenting with different combinations and stay tuned for future updates that may further enhance these spells. For those interested in sorcery changes, look out for the next video for additional insights.