Bloodborne’s Weapon Master Trophy: A Hunter’s Guide to Arsenal Supremacy
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So, you’re aiming for the Weapon Master trophy in Bloodborne, are you? Excellent! It’s a badge of honor, signifying not just completion, but a true understanding of the hunt. Getting this trophy is simple. To get this trophy you must upgrade one of your weapons to level 10. This can be done in the workshop of Hunter’s Dream. Blood Shards, Twin Shards and Chunks are very easy to find and you should find enough of them without even trying. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from acquiring upgrade materials to optimizing your chosen weapon.
Ascending Your Arsenal: The Path to Weapon Mastery
The Weapon Master trophy in Bloodborne isn’t about wielding every weapon, but rather about demonstrating your dedication to a single, trusted armament. It requires you to upgrade a single weapon to its maximum level of +10. This process requires specific materials, which are found throughout the game world and within the Chalice Dungeons.
Material Gathering: The Hunter’s Shopping List
The upgrade process demands a specific hierarchy of materials:
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Blood Shards: Used for upgrading weapons from +1 to +3. These are incredibly common and drop from many enemies in the early game areas of Yharnam. You can also purchase them from the Bath Messengers in the Hunter’s Dream.
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Twin Blood Shards: Required for upgrading weapons from +4 to +6. These begin appearing more frequently as you progress through Central Yharnam, Old Yharnam, and Hemwick Charnel Lane. Again, the Bath Messengers will eventually offer these for sale.
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Blood Stone Chunks: Essential for upgrading weapons from +7 to +9. These are rarer and primarily found in later areas like Yahar’gul, Unseen Village, and Cainhurst Castle. Exploring thoroughly and defeating bosses will significantly increase your chances of finding them. Some enemies, like the Gargoyles in Cainhurst, are known to drop these.
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Blood Rock: The pinnacle of weapon upgrades, used to ascend your chosen weapon from +9 to +10. This is the rarest material of all, and acquiring it is a significant achievement in itself.
Finding the Elusive Blood Rock
There are several methods to obtain a Blood Rock:
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Main Game: Only one Blood Rock is guaranteed per playthrough. It is located in the Mergo’s Loft: Middle area. After defeating Micolash, Host of the Nightmare, proceed through the level until you reach a room with several cages held by giant spiders. The Blood Rock is located on a corpse in one of these cages.
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Chalice Dungeons: This is where you can potentially find more Blood Rocks. Up to three Blood Rocks are always located in treasure chests at Depth 5 Root Chalice Dungeons. There is one found in the Pthumeru Root Chalice, the Loran Root Chalice, and the Isz Root Chalice. There is a random chance the final boss of a Depth 5 Root Chalice dungeon will drop a Blood Rock.
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The Old Hunters DLC: The Blood Rock is located inside a cell in the Research Hall. To get there you must drain the first floor and then activate the stairs by hitting a lever. Go up and follow the path around to a hole in the wall where a ladder is. Climb up to the second floor and then enter one of the cells to find it.
The Workshop: Where Steel Meets Stone
Once you have acquired sufficient materials, return to the Hunter’s Dream and interact with the Workshop. Select the weapon you wish to upgrade and, provided you possess the required Blood Shards, Twin Blood Shards, Blood Stone Chunks, or Blood Rock, you can increase its upgrade level.
Choosing Your Champion: Selecting the Right Weapon
While the Weapon Master trophy only requires upgrading one weapon, the choice of which weapon to invest in is crucial. Consider the following:
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Playstyle: Do you prefer fast, nimble weapons like the Saw Cleaver or Burial Blade, or slower, more powerful options like the Hunter Axe or Ludwig’s Holy Blade?
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Scaling: Pay attention to the weapon’s scaling attributes (Strength, Skill, Bloodtinge, Arcane). Choose a weapon that complements your character’s build.
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Personal Preference: Ultimately, the best weapon is the one you enjoy using the most. Experiment with different weapons early on to find one that feels right. The top powerful weapons are Ludwig’s Holy Blade, Whirligig Saw, Hunter Axe, Holy Moonlight Sword, Rakuyo, Blade of Mercy, Kos Parasite, and Burial Blade.
Beyond the Trophy: Mastering Your Weapon
The Weapon Master trophy is a testament to dedication, but true mastery extends beyond simply upgrading a weapon. Practice its move-set, learn its strengths and weaknesses, and adapt it to different combat scenarios.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the fastest way to get Blood Shards?
The early areas of Yharnam are abundant with enemies that drop Blood Shards. Farming the Central Yharnam area repeatedly is an efficient method. Also, buy them from the Bath Messengers as soon as they become available.
2. Where can I farm Twin Blood Shards?
Twin Blood Shards become more common in Old Yharnam and Hemwick Charnel Lane. Defeating the boss of Hemwick Charnel Lane, the Witch of Hemwick, will unlock Twin Blood Shards in the Bath Messengers shop.
3. What’s the best strategy for finding Blood Stone Chunks?
Blood Stone Chunks are rarer. Focus on exploring Yahar’gul, Unseen Village and Cainhurst Castle thoroughly. Defeating bosses in these areas also increases your chances. The Gargoyles in Cainhurst are known to drop them.
4. Is it possible to get multiple Blood Rocks in a single playthrough?
Yes, through Chalice Dungeons. While only one is guaranteed in the main game/DLC, you can find more in Depth 5 Root Chalice Dungeons.
5. Which Chalice Dungeons should I prioritize for Blood Rocks?
Focus on the Pthumeru Root Chalice, Loran Root Chalice, and Isz Root Chalice, as they each contain a Blood Rock in a treasure chest. The order you complete these in doesn’t matter too much. A recommended order for tackling the dungeons is Pthumeru Chalice, Central Pthumeru, Lower Pthumeru (Get the Workshop Haze Extractor from Layer 2), Ailing Loran, Defiled Chalice, Lower Loran and Great Isz (order doesn’t matter), and Pthumeru Ihyll.
6. What are the best stats for a Ludwig’s Holy Blade build?
Ludwig’s Holy Blade scales well with both Strength and Skill. A quality build with equal investment in both stats is recommended.
7. Does the Burial Blade require any specific build?
The Burial Blade scales primarily with Skill and Arcane. It also has a hidden Bloodtinge scaling. Therefore, a build with high Skill and some investment in Arcane is ideal.
8. How important are Blood Gems for weapon upgrades?
Blood Gems are vital for maximizing weapon potential. They provide additional stat boosts like increased attack power, elemental damage, and stat scaling bonuses. Abyssal Blood Gems are the highest rated of all, with a rating of 20.
9. Can I remove Blood Gems from my weapon?
Yes, Blood Gemstones can be placed in and removed from equipment at the workshop with no penalty. So feel free to stick your best ones in whatever weapon is your current favorite.
10. Are there any missable weapons in Bloodborne?
Yes, several weapons require specific actions or triggers to acquire. For example, obtaining the Rifle Spear requires finding it in Old Yharnam before defeating the boss.
11. What is the strongest weapon in Bloodborne?
This is subjective and depends on playstyle. However, Ludwig’s Holy Blade is often considered one of the most versatile and powerful due to its scaling and move-set.
12. How does New Game Plus (NG+) affect weapon upgrades?
Your weapon upgrades carry over into NG+. However, the difficulty increases, so having a maxed-out weapon is highly beneficial. The difficulty of the mechanics rarely change, but the enemies and bosses will have more health and hit harder.
13. Where can I find level 15 blood gems?
Rank 15 blood gems are extremely rare, but will spawn in Chalice Dungeons. Search Ailing Loran or Great Isz for a greater chance of finding random drop Rank 15 blood gems — any Depth 4 or 5 dungeon is likely to work.
14. How many Bloodborne DLC’s are there?
There is only one DLC for Bloodborne, which is called The Old Hunters. There were plans for two sets of DLC, but it was decided that one large DLC would be better.
15. Does Bloodborne get harder every time you beat it?
Yes, Bloodborne gets harder every time you beat it. This is because enemies and bosses will all have a great deal more health, hit harder, and their resistances will have increased.
A Final Word for the Aspiring Weapon Master
Achieving the Weapon Master trophy in Bloodborne is a rewarding experience, demonstrating dedication and mastery. By carefully gathering resources, thoughtfully selecting your weapon, and understanding its nuances, you’ll not only unlock the trophy but also enhance your overall understanding of the game. Happy hunting, and may the good blood guide your way! Remember the knowledge you gain can be expanded through the exploration of educational gaming at Games Learning Society or GamesLearningSociety.org, a beacon for those who see games as tools for knowledge and understanding.