The Blade of Calling, a dagger bestowed upon a hopeful maiden to fulfill a fated demise, is a Faith-oriented weapon in Elden Ring. This dagger is closely related to the Black Knife and is wielded by Melina to bring an end to the Golden Order.
This guide will walk you through the process of acquiring the Blade of Calling in Elden Ring and how to build your character’s Faith around it.
Where to Find the Blade of Calling
You can find the Blade of Calling in a hidden chamber on your journey to the Forbidden Lands. The route to the Forbidden Lands will only unlock after you defeat Morgott, The Omen King, at the conclusion of Leyndell, the Royal Capital.
After you reach the Forgotten Lands Site of Grace, head back and take the elevator to return to Leyndell. When you face the southeast wall, jump to the platform that emerges during your ascent.
Proceed through the corridor and enter the last room. Interact with the shining object on the table to acquire the Blade of Calling in Elden Ring.
Stats and Requirements for the Blade of Calling
To wield the Blade of Calling, you need 15 Faith, 13 Dexterity, and 6 Strength. It features C scaling for Faith, D scaling for both Dexterity and Strength.
The distinctive skill of this weapon is the Blade of Gold, enabling you to unleash a golden wave of energy against opponents. As a unique weapon, it cannot be enhanced with Ashes of War or consumables like Grease, nor can it be enchanted with magic.
The Blade of Calling can be upgraded using Somber Smithing Stones, and when fully upgraded to +10, it inflicts 173 Physical and 105 Holy damage on foes.
This weapon has a weight of only 1.5 and can be sold to any merchant for 1,000 Runes.
Optimal Build for the Blade of Calling
Since this build emphasizes both Faith and Dexterity, allocate your skill points accordingly:
- Vigor: 55
- Dexterity: 55
- Faith: 60
Consider dual-wielding the Blade of Calling, ensuring both daggers are upgraded to +10. For your armor, choose:
- Commoner’s Headband
- Traveler’s Clothes
- Traveler’s Manchettes
- Traveler’s Boots
Also, utilize the following talismans:
Mix these crystal tears in the Flask of Wondrous Physick:
- Holy-Shrouding Cracked Tear
- Opaline Hardtear
Make sure to maintain a balanced distribution between HP and FP in your flasks. With this Blade of Calling build in Elden Ring, you’ll be well-equipped to dominate both PvP and PvE encounters.
