Obtaining the legendary status in Elden Ring requires more than just defeating the Elden Beast; it demands the collection of nine specific weapons scattered across the Lands Between. These legendary armaments are tied to a specific achievement/trophy and often represent the pinnacle of weapon design and lore. While most can be collected at any time, certain world-state changes can render some permanently inaccessible in a single playthrough. This guide details the precise locations and requirements for all nine armaments, adjusted for the current game balance.

The Critical Missable Warning

Before delving into the list, it is essential to address the potential for missing the achievement. Two weapons, in particular, require foresight:

  1. Bolt of Gransax: This weapon becomes unobtainable once Leyndell, Royal Capital, is transformed into the Capital of Ash near the end of the main story. It is highly recommended to secure this as soon as the Godfrey (Golden Shade) boss is defeated.
  2. Devourer’s Scepter: While it can be obtained via an invasion in Crumbling Farum Azula, certain quest progression choices with Knight Bernahl can complicate its acquisition. Killing him early at the Warmaster's Shack is the safest, albeit lore-breaking, shortcut.

If all weapons are collected and the achievement does not trigger, a common solution involves moving all nine armaments to the Sorted Chest at a Site of Grace and then pulling them back into the inventory.

1. Grafted Blade Greatsword

Located at the southernmost tip of the Weeping Peninsula, the Grafted Blade Greatsword is often the first legendary armament players encounter. It is a massive colossal sword that serves as a tribute to the aesthetics of high-fantasy iron thrones.

Location and Acquisition

To obtain this, traverse the entirety of Castle Morne. This involves navigating through the demi-human chaos in the courtyard, climbing the ramparts, and dropping down to the coastal area behind the castle. The weapon is a reward for defeating the Leonine Misbegotten boss located in the shallow waters of the beach.

Weapon Utility

With a high Strength requirement (40), this sword is a staple for pure Strength builds. Its unique skill, Oath of Vengeance, temporarily boosts all attributes and increases poise. It remains a reliable choice for the early-to-mid game due to its high physical stagger potential.

2. Sword of Night and Flame

A relic of Caria Manor, this straight sword represents a rare hybridization of Intelligence and Faith. Despite historical balance patches, it remains a versatile tool for casters who occasionally require melee support.

Location and Acquisition

Found within Caria Manor in northern Liurnia of the Lakes. Starting from the Manor Lower Level Site of Grace, walk out onto the narrow stone walkways where phantom soldiers appear. At the first intersection, turn left, then follow the path until you see a building roof below you on the left. Jump down, jump again to the next lower roof, and descend the ladder. The sword is located inside a chest in this hidden room.

Weapon Utility

Requiring 24 Intelligence and 24 Faith, it offers two distinct magical attacks via its stance. The "Night" attack fires a beam of sorcery, while the "Flame" attack provides a wide-reaching fire sweep. It is particularly effective for players who enjoy a "Swiss Army knife" approach to combat.

3. Ruins Greatsword

The Ruins Greatsword is a fragment of a collapsed sky temple, imbued with gravitational power. It is one of the most visually striking colossal weapons in the game.

Location and Acquisition

This weapon is located in Redmane Castle, Caelid. Its acquisition depends on the state of the Radahn Festival. If the festival is active, the weapon cannot be obtained until Starscourge Radahn is defeated. Once the festival concludes, talk to the announcer (Jerren) until he leaves the castle. Rest at a Grace, and a boss duo consisting of a Misbegotten Warrior and a Crucible Knight will appear in the castle plaza. Defeating them yields the sword.

Weapon Utility

The Wave of Destruction skill is a massive linear gravity blast that can clear hallways and stun large enemies. It scales primarily with Strength (S-scaling at higher upgrade levels) and requires a minimal 16 Intelligence to wield effectively.

4. Marais Executioner’s Sword

This greatsword, once the tool of the executioners of the Shaded Castle, utilizes the power of Eochaid to attack from a distance by spinning through the air.

Location and Acquisition

Found at the end of the Shaded Castle, located in the valley between Mt. Gelmir and the Altus Plateau. The castle is filled with poisonous bogs and cleanrot knights. You must reach the highest tower and defeat Elemer of the Briar. This boss is known for his telekinetic sword attacks, and upon his defeat, he drops the armament.

Weapon Utility

It is an Arcane/Strength hybrid weapon. Its skill, Eochaid's Dancing Blade, creates a sustained drilling attack that can deal massive damage when paired with talismans that boost successive attacks. It is highly recommended for players focusing on status effects or pure physical DPS through sustained pressure.

5. Bolt of Gransax

As previously mentioned, this is the most easily missed legendary armament. It is a spear crafted from the very essence of the ancient dragon Gransax, whose corpse looms over the Capital.

Location and Acquisition

After defeating Godfrey, First Elden Lord (Golden Shade) in Leyndell, head out the western door and take the elevator down. Walk down the stairs and look over the railing on the left. You will see a giant, twisted golden spear (a part of the dragon's statue). Jump down onto the spear and climb its spiral structure to find the weapon as a physical pickup.

Weapon Utility

This is widely considered one of the best Dexterity weapons in Elden Ring. The Ancient Lightning Spear skill allows for a high-damage, long-range projectile that can knock down many smaller enemies and flyers. It requires 40 Dexterity and 20 Strength.

6. Eclipse Shotel

This curved sword is found in the desolate Castle Sol, located in the northern reaches of the Mountaintops of the Giants. It carries the power of the Prince of Death.

Location and Acquisition

Inside Castle Sol, navigate to the Church of the Eclipse in the southeast corner of the inner ward. The weapon is sitting on an altar inside the church, right next to the Church of the Eclipse Site of Grace. You do not need to defeat Commander Niall to obtain this, though the trek to the church is guarded by dangerous spectral knights.

Weapon Utility

The Eclipse Shotel is unique for its ability to inflict the Death Blight status effect via its skill, Death Flare. While Death Blight is primarily a PvP concern, the weapon’s holy damage and curved sword moveset make it a niche but viable option for high-Faith builds.

7. Devourer’s Scepter

A warhammer shaped like a serpent devouring the world, this armament is inextricably linked to the NPC Knight Bernahl.

Location and Acquisition

There are two primary methods:

  1. Early Game: Kill Knight Bernahl at the Warmaster's Shack in Limgrave. He will drop the weapon and his armor set immediately. This ends his questline.
  2. Late Game: If Bernahl is alive, follow his quest through the Volcano Manor. Eventually, after the boss of Farum Azula is accessible, he will invade you in the northern section of Crumbling Farum Azula (near the Old Lord's Talisman). Defeating his phantom yields the scepter.

Weapon Utility

The Devourer of Worlds skill creates an AOE blast that siphons HP from surrounding enemies. It is a heavy weapon that scales with Strength, Dexterity, and Faith, making it suitable for high-level "quality" builds that incorporate incantations.

8. Golden Order Greatsword

Forged by Radagon himself, this elegant greatsword represents the fundamental laws of the Golden Order. It is found in one of the game's most hidden regions.

Location and Acquisition

To find this, you must first access the Consecrated Snowfield using the Secret Haligtree Medallion at the Grand Lift of Rold. Once there, travel to the Cave of the Forlorn, located in the frozen river valley to the east. At the end of this icy dungeon, you must defeat a Misbegotten Crusader who actually wields the sword against you.

Weapon Utility

This is a premier Faith weapon. Its skill, Establish Order, releases a holy explosion followed by a massive wave of light. It is particularly devastating against Undead enemies, preventing them from reviving, and offers excellent scaling for dedicated Faith casters.

9. Dark Moon Greatsword

The iconic "Moonlight Greatsword" of Elden Ring, this weapon is the final reward for completing the longest and most complex NPC questline in the game: Ranni the Witch’s quest.

Location and Acquisition

  1. Start Ranni’s quest at Ranni's Rise in Liurnia.
  2. Defeat Starscourge Radahn to open the path to Nokron.
  3. Recover the Fingerslayer Blade from Nokron.
  4. Traverse Nokstella and the Lake of Rot.
  5. Defeat Astel, Naturalborn of the Void.
  6. Use the Dark Moon Ring (found in the Raya Lucaria Library) to access the Moonlight Altar.
  7. Interact with Ranni beneath the Cathedral of Manus Celes. After the cutscene, the sword will appear on the floor.

Weapon Utility

Consistently ranked as one of the best weapons in the game, it scales heavily with Intelligence. Its skill, Moonlight Greatsword, buffs the blade and allows heavy attacks to fire magical frost waves at no additional FP cost per swing. It is the cornerstone of many endgame Frost/Intelligence builds.

Troubleshooting the Legendary Armaments Trophy

A frequent issue encountered by players is the achievement not triggering despite having all nine weapons. This is usually due to a tracking error in the game's internal flag system. If this occurs, do not panic. Follow these steps:

  • Travel to any Site of Grace (the Roundtable Hold is recommended).
  • Select "Sort Chest."
  • Move all nine legendary weapons into the storage chest.
  • Exit the menu.
  • Open the chest again and move all nine weapons back into your active inventory.

In the majority of cases, the achievement will pop immediately after the items are moved back. This can also happen if weapons were collected across different New Game Plus cycles; however, they must all be present on a single character's inventory simultaneously to satisfy the requirement.

Summary of Requirements

Weapon Main Stat Primary Location Missable?
Grafted Blade Greatsword Strength Castle Morne, Weeping Peninsula No
Sword of Night and Flame Int/Faith Caria Manor, Liurnia No
Ruins Greatsword Strength Redmane Castle, Caelid No
Marais Executioner's Sword Str/Arcane The Shaded Castle, Altus No
Bolt of Gransax Dexterity Leyndell, Royal Capital Yes
Eclipse Shotel Faith Castle Sol, Mountaintops No
Devourer’s Scepter Str/Dex/Fai Warmaster's Shack / Farum Azula Potentially
Golden Order Greatsword Faith Cave of the Forlorn, Snowfield No
Dark Moon Greatsword Intelligence Cathedral of Manus Celes No

Collecting these armaments provides a comprehensive tour of the Lands Between, from the poisoned valleys of Altus to the frozen heights of the Giants. Whether you are aiming for the Platinum trophy or simply seeking to master the diverse combat styles Elden Ring offers, these weapons represent the highest tier of the game's arsenal. Always prioritize the Bolt of Gransax during your ascent through Leyndell to ensure your collection is complete before the endgame transformation.