How to get the Lance in Elden Ring

The Lance is a powerful weapon in Elden Ring, and here is how players can find it and add it to their arsenal.

Elden Ring punishes players for making the wrong moves. Players will get a thrashing if they do not have the right weapons to take out the different enemy types. For instance, many players do not get the Lance in Elden Ring despite it offering some useful stats.

The Lance is one of those weapons that hit hard and is available early on in the game. Players starting out should get the Lance as soon as possible, albeit it has extensive requirements before players can wield it. Keeping this in mind, this guide will provide step-by-step instructions on how to get the Lance in Elden Ring along with other helpful information.

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Players can get the Lance in Elden Ring by following these simple steps:

The Lance should not be confused with The Lance Talisman, which is a completely different item.

Players can also get the Lance by heading toward the Church of Elleh and getting it in exchange for runes from Merchant Kale. However, this is only recommended for players with runes to spare. Runes are can also be used to level up the character or buy the crafting kit.

The Lance is a Great Spear perfect for long-ranged or middle-ranged melee builds. Since the Lance does not have a blade, it is better suited for combat on a mount.

The weapon has considerable thrusting power and can be great for initiating a fight against multiple enemies. It is worth noting the Lance is the only Great Spear that can be upgraded using Smithing Stones and Ashes of War. Elden Ring players must have the following stats to be able to equip the Lance:

The Lance is a heavy weapon that will impact the character’s roll speed, especially when equipped as a secondary weapon.

Elden Ring is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.

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