V Rising‘s Secrets of Gloomrot expansion introduces the exciting addition of the Greatsword, a new weapon type for players to master. This powerful weapon requires some adjustment due to its new Abilities’ range, area-of-effect, and timing. Not to mention that the expansion also comes with a combat overhaul to the game. If you are wondering how to get yourself a Greatsword, this V Rising guide will help you out.
How To Get V Rising’s Greatsword in Secrets of Gloomrot
To get the Greatsword Recipe in V Rising, you must face off against Tristan the Vampire Hunter. Lurking in the Farbane Woods area, he is a formidable Level 44 V Blood Carrier boss armed with Sword. While primarily employing short-range sword attacks, Tristan’s agility and occasional utilization of magic can catch players off guard. Drawing the fight away from the main roads of Farbane Woods can help prevent reinforcements from enemy patrols, increasing your chances of success.
Beat Tristan the Vampire Hunter and he will drop the Recipe for the Iron Greatsword. Crafting this weapon at the Smithy requires 12 Planks and 15 Iron Ingots. Defeat Quincey the Bandit King to acquire the Blueprint for the Structure if you have yet to unlock the Smithy.
The Greatsword has a Level 15 base level and equipping the new V Rising: Secrets of Gloomrot weapon will give you two unique Abilites:
- Great Cleaver:
- Cooldown: 8 seconds.
- Cast Time: 0.4 seconds.
- Charge forward and swing your great sword upward, dealing 150% physical damage in an area and launching enemies into the air for 0.75 seconds.
- Death from Above:
- Cooldown: 8 seconds.
- Leap into the air and descend upon your enemy dealing 100% physical damage in an area.
Obtaining an improved version of the Greatsword, the Merciless Iron Greatsword, can be achieved through two different methods. First, you can try your luck farming bosses and looting chests in the Farbane Woods area. Alternatively, you can purchase the Merciless equipment Recipe at the Farmer’s Market using Silver Coins. Farming for the Recipe might be unreliable due to drop rates and buying it is the better way to get the V Rising Greatsword Recipe.
In the vast, dark world of V Rising, the Greatsword stands as an enticing alternative to the base Sword, Axe, Reaper, Scythe, or Mace. Wield it to enhance your combat prowess and expand your experience in playing the game’s Secrets of Gloomrot expansion to its fullest. As you embark on your journey, keep in mind the challenges and the rewards that await those who can wield the Greatsword with mastery.
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V Rising is now available on PC via Steam.