Elden Ring Dragon Communion Build Guide

Dragon Communion is a unique and powerful playstyle in Elden Ring that allows you to use devastating dragon incantations. This build guide will help you master the draconic arts.

What is Dragon Communion?

Dragon Communion is a faith-based playstyle that uses dragon incantations to unleash powerful dragon attacks. Dragon Communioners can transform into dragons and use devastating fire and lightning attacks.

Best Dragon Incantations

Early Game Dragon Incantations

Dragonfire - Basic dragon fire attack
Dragonmaw - Powerful dragon bite attack
Dragonclaw - Quick dragon claw attack
Dragonbolt - Lightning dragon attack

Mid Game Dragon Incantations

Dragonfire - Enhanced dragon fire attack
Dragonmaw - More powerful dragon bite
Dragonclaw - Enhanced dragon claw attack
Dragonbolt - More powerful lightning attack

Late Game Dragon Incantations

Dragonfire - Most powerful dragon fire
Dragonmaw - Most powerful dragon bite
Dragonclaw - Most powerful dragon claw
Dragonbolt - Most powerful lightning attack

Recommended Stats

Early Game (Levels 1-40)

Vigor: 20
Mind: 20
Endurance: 15
Strength: 15
Dexterity: 10
Intelligence: 8
Faith: 25
Arcane: 12

Mid Game (Levels 40-80)

Vigor: 25-30
Mind: 25
Endurance: 18
Strength: 20
Dexterity: 10
Faith: 40

Late Game (Levels 80+)

Vigor: 35-40
Mind: 30
Endurance: 20
Strength: 25
Dexterity: 10
Faith: 50+

Best Sacred Seals

Glintstone Staff - Best early seal
Lazuli Glintstone Staff - Good mid-game seal
Fingerprint Stone Seal - Best for dragon incantations
Godslayer’s Seal - Best for god-slaying incantations

Talismans

Flock’s Canvas Talisman - Increases healing incantations
Godfrey’s Icon - Boosts charged spells and skills
Stamina Talisman - Better stamina management
Ritual Sword Talisman - Boosts damage at full HP

Armor

Dragon Communion Set - Best armor for this build
Veteran’s Set - Good physical defense
Brave’s Set - Balanced protection
Scaled Set - Good all-around stats

Playstyle

Transform into Dragon - Use dragon transformation for attacks
Use Dragon Incantations - Chain dragon attacks for maximum damage
Manage FP - Don’t run out of FP
Use Fire Buffs - Flame, Grant Me Strength increases damage
Heal Yourself - Use healing spells when needed

Seal Upgrades

Standard Upgrade Path - Use Smithing Stones
No Infusion Options - Cannot be infused

Combos

Dragonfire → Dragonmaw → Dragonbolt
Dragonclaw → Dragonfire → Dragonmaw
Dragonbolt → Dragonfire → Dragonclaw
Dragonmaw → Dragonclaw → Dragonfire

Strengths and Weaknesses

Strengths

Massive damage output
Unique dragon attacks
Fire and lightning damage
Great for crowd control
Works well with faith builds

Weaknesses

Requires high faith
Vulnerable to fast enemies
FP management is crucial
Less effective without proper stats
Requires precise timing

Final Tips

Practice Dragon Incantations - Master the timing of dragon attacks
Use Fire Buffs - Flame, Grant Me Strength increases damage
Learn Enemy Patterns - To avoid taking damage
Upgrade Your Seal - Regularly for optimal performance
Consider Faith - High faith increases damage

The Dragon Communion build is perfect for players who want to unleash devastating dragon attacks and transform into a dragon. It’s one of the most unique and satisfying playstyles in the game.

For more weapon builds, check out our other build guides!

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