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Weapon scaling in Elden Ring is one of the most powerful tools for refining your build, allowing you to tailor damage output to match your character’s strengths. What many players overlook, though, is just how many items in the game can change a weapon's scaling altogether. Whether you're rerouting a heavy weapon for Int scaling or turning a straight sword into a bleed machine, understanding these items opens up deep customization.

If you're experimenting or trying out new builds, it's always helpful to stock up on resources. Many players look to buy elden ring runes or pick up cheap Elden Ring Items to accelerate the process, but even without outside help, the following 15 items can dramatically shift how your weapons behave in battle.

1. Whetstone KnifeThe foundation of all weapon scaling changes. Once you obtain this item early on, you unlock the ability to apply Ashes of War and infusions, which is the first major step toward modifying weapon scaling.

2. Iron WhetbladeThis unlocks Heavy, Keen, and Quality affinities. Each alters how your weapon scales: Heavy boosts Strength scaling, Keen increases Dexterity scaling, and Quality balances both.

3. Glintstone WhetbladeBy acquiring this whetblade, you can infuse weapons with Magic and Cold. Magic scaling shifts the weapon to favor Intelligence, while Cold also slows enemies and adds scaling tied to Intelligence.

4. Red-Hot WhetbladeAdds Flame Art and Fire affinities. Flame Art scales with Faith and Fire adds elemental damage without changing physical scaling too drastically. Perfect for hybrid casters.

5. Sanctified WhetbladeThis lets you infuse weapons with Holy and Lightning affinities. Holy scales with Faith and is ideal for undead encounters, while Lightning shifts scaling toward Dexterity.

6. Black WhetbladeAllows the use of Poison, Blood, and Occult affinities. Blood is a go-to for bleed builds and scales with Arcane. Poison scales with Dexterity and Arcane, while Occult pushes Arcane scaling further.

7. Ash of War: Flame of the RedmanesSome Ashes of War include scaling-altering properties. This one, when paired with the Flame Art infusion, creates a build focused on Faith and Strength.

8. Ash of War: Loretta’s SlashOptimized for builds using Magic infusion, this Ash favors Intelligence-based characters. The scaling change is subtle but synergistic.

9. Ash of War: SeppukuThis Ash doesn’t change scaling directly but pairs exceptionally with Blood infusion, making the Arcane scaling on katanas devastating.

10. Magic Scorpion CharmThis talisman doesn’t change scaling per se, but by boosting Magic attack, it synergizes with scaling changes from Glintstone infusions, giving your Int-based weapons even more bite.

11. Dragon Communion SealAgain, not a scaling change item on its own, but it supports builds that utilize Arcane-scaling incantations. Combined with weapons using Occult or Blood infusions, the synergy is powerful.

12. Smithing StonesWhile technically just for upgrading, higher-tier weapons often benefit more from changes to scaling. A +10 infused weapon shows dramatic improvements in damage compared to its unaltered state.

13. Marika’s SoresealThis talisman boosts Faith dramatically, which increases the effectiveness of Flame Art or Holy scaling. Used smartly, it turns otherwise average weapons into divine punishment.

14. Rosus’ AxeThis unique weapon comes with inherent Intelligence scaling. It serves as a good base weapon to pair with Magic infusions, increasing synergy between base scaling and added scaling types.

15. Regal Omen BairnWhile not a direct weapon, this item increases the value of a specific damage type (magic) that benefits from specific weapon scaling. It's a good example of how even off-hand gear can amplify scaling effects.

When crafting a build in Elden Ring, understanding weapon scaling and how to manipulate it is just as important as choosing the right weapon or spell. With the right items, you can turn almost any piece of equipment into a natural extension of your character’s strengths.

Whether you're deep into New Game+ or just planning your next character, don't overlook the importance of scaling modifiers. They can transform a basic weapon into a specialized tool of destruction—and if you’re testing a lot of setups, it might not hurt to buy elden ring runes or hunt down some cheap Elden Ring Items to keep the experiments going strong.