5 popular Elden Ring Sorceries used in PvP (and 5 that are avoided like the plague)

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Build variety in Elden Ring is more open than any other previous title. The number of playstyles and build varieties have such immense scope that players can use almost anything in the game and still be effective in combat.

Being one of the most accessible games in FromSoftware’s library in terms of difficulty, Elden Ring is exceptionally open to new players and boasts an impressive catalog of weapons and spells.

Sorceries in Elden Ring can be cast using staffs and the right stat requirement. Spells in general have a lot of utility and use when it comes to tackling content in the game. As the PvP scene in Elden Ring grows and the meta continues evolving, players have found some extremely powerful spells that serve well when fighting other players.

This list takes a look at five of the most popular Elden Ring spells that are used in PvP and five that players wouldn't touch at any cost.

This spell is one that is highly versatile. It can be purchased from any of the Sorcery teachers, provided the player gives them the Academy Scroll. Swift Glintstone Shard in Elden Ring requires 12 Intelligence to use, but its meager requirements do not do the spell justice.

Swift Glintstone Shard in Elden Ring PvP has a variety of uses. Acting as a quick way to deal damage and stagger opponents, the spell can also be used in tandem with others as well.

If players are quick enough, they can cast a Swift Glintstone Shard and immediately follow it up with a higher damage spell, the cast time will be significantly reduced. This will catch most players off guard, and most spells in Elden Ring can be used this way.

The starting spell for the Prisoner class in Elden Ring, Magic Glintblade, is one of those few spells that you can queue before entering