Where to Find Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring & Recommended Build

Guide to locating Rivers of Blood katana in Mountaintops and recommended stat buildup to maximize damage for Elden Ring's Rivers of Blood.

Where to Find Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring & Recommended Build
Where to Find Rivers of Blood in Elden Ring & Recommended Build

Rivers of Blood is arguably one of Elden Ring's most decent katanas, unleashing devastating hemorrhage damage. Here's where to locate this sinister sword and ideal attribute distribution for a strong build.

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To obtain Rivers of Blood, reach the Mountaintops of the Giants zone, unlocked after beating Morgott in Leyndell. Then head south of Castle Sol until invaded by Bloody Finger Okina upon approaching the Church of Repose Grace.

This NPC dual wields the Rivers of Blood katana. Dodge his aggressive and high bleed offensive then counterattack whenever he attempts to heal. Felling Okina rewards Rivers of Blood along with the Okina Mask helmet. 

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Stats and Upgrade Path for Rivers of Blood Katana

Wielding Rivers of Blood requires:

  • 12 Strength
  • 18 Dexterity
  • 20 Arcane

It scales best with Dexterity and Arcane, so concentrate points into these attributes for maximized damage.

Bleed Build Tips

Rivers of Blood cause blood loss buildup with each slash, enhanced further by boosting Arcane. Triggering blood loss then briefly buffs subsequent attacks.

Use the unique Corpse Piler weapon skill to carve enemies up with arcs of gory energy, shredding groups and applying heavy bleed.

Complement this katana's talents with:

  • White Mask for attack boosts when bleeding foes
  • Lord of Blood's Exultation to capitalize on blood loss
  • Dual wield with another blade if you like. 

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With this iconic katana, Tarnished warriors can spill oceans of enemy blood to earn their place on the Elden Throne. Seek out Rivers of Blood and construct the ultimate build with the help of our guide.

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