Where Do I Get the Golden Parry Shield in Elden Ring?
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The short answer is: there is no Golden Parry shield. The Golden Parry is an Ash of War in Elden Ring, not a shield itself. This Ash of War can be applied to small and medium shields, granting them the unique golden-tinted parry animation and enhanced parry capabilities. To obtain the Golden Parry Ash of War, you need to find a specific Teardrop Scarab located on the outskirts of Leyndell, Royal Capital.
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How to Acquire the Golden Parry Ash of War
Location
The Golden Parry Ash of War is located in the Outskirts of Leyndell, Royal Capital. Specifically, it is situated near the large, shut frame doors where you’ll find aristocrats begging on the floor. The closest Site of Grace to this location is the Outer Wall Phantom Tree.
The Teardrop Scarab
Once you’ve reached the location near the closed doors, you need to look for a White Teardrop Scarab. This Scarab will not be on the ground, but rather perched on a railing above, near the bottom of the stairs leading up to the shut frame doors. When approaching these stairs, look to your left, and the scarab should be visible on the railing.
Obtaining the Ash of War
To get the Golden Parry Ash of War, simply defeat the Teardrop Scarab. Upon its demise, it will drop the Golden Parry Ash of War. You can then equip this to any compatible shield at a Site of Grace, allowing you to utilize its enhanced parry capabilities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Golden Parry in Elden Ring
Here are 15 frequently asked questions about Golden Parry, designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of this useful Ash of War:
1. What is Golden Parry?
Golden Parry is an Ash of War in Elden Ring. It’s not a weapon or shield, but an upgrade you apply to your shields to alter their parry ability. It grants a unique gold-tinted animation and improves the parry timing window, making parries more effective than the standard parry.
2. What kind of shields can use Golden Parry?
The Golden Parry Ash of War can be applied to medium and small shields. It cannot be applied to greatshields or other weapon types.
3. Is Golden Parry better than the standard parry?
Yes, Golden Parry is better than the standard parry. It provides the same enhanced parry window as the Carian Retaliation Ash of War. This means that it offers a more generous timing window for successfully parrying enemy attacks.
4. Does the shield affect the effectiveness of Golden Parry?
The shield itself does not affect the parry frame data of Golden Parry. The parry frames and timing are determined by the Ash of War, not the shield. However, the type and stats of the shield are important for other aspects, such as guard boost and weight.
5. What is the best shield to use with Golden Parry?
While the parry effectiveness is consistent across shields when using the Golden Parry Ash of War, the Buckler is often recommended. This is because the Buckler itself has the largest parry window of all shields in the game and is a very light shield, making it ideal for parrying builds.
6. Where can I get the Buckler Shield?
You can obtain the Buckler shield by either starting as the Bandit class or by purchasing it from Gatekeeper Gostoc, an NPC located within Stormveil Castle. You’ll find Gostoc inside the castle walls, near the start of the main gate path.
7. How many parry frames does Golden Parry have?
At 30 FPS (frames per second), Golden Parry has 4 start-up frames and 6 parry frames. If you’re playing at 60 FPS, double these values (8 start-up and 12 parry frames).
8. Is there a way to get Golden Parry early in the game?
Yes, you can get Golden Parry early by making your way to the Outskirts of Leyndell, Royal Capital. While this is an area later in the game, skilled players can reach this location early on to obtain the Ash of War. The key is to follow the path near the Outer Wall Phantom Tree Site of Grace and not going towards the main Capital entry.
9. Can I parry boss attacks with Golden Parry?
Yes, you can parry boss attacks with Golden Parry. Many bosses can be parried, and with practice, using Golden Parry can be a very effective strategy for boss fights. Notably, some players have successfully beaten very difficult bosses like Malenia using parries only.
10. Can I parry Malenia with Golden Parry?
Absolutely. While challenging, Malenia is indeed parryable. Using the Golden Parry Ash of War can give you an edge against her attacks, allowing skilled players to defeat her by only parrying.
11. What are some alternative shields for parrying?
Besides the Buckler, other good options for parrying include the Target Shield and the Small Leather Shield. All three of these small shields offer a more generous parry window compared to larger shields.
12. Is the Ice Crest Shield a good option for Golden Parry?
While the Ice Crest Shield is a good overall shield with excellent magic and frost resistance, its parry window is not as wide as the Buckler. When choosing a shield, the focus for Golden Parry should be on the parry window.
13. What are the best shields in Limgrave?
For a Limgrave shield that also offers good protection, the Beast Crest Heater Shield is one of the best early-game options. It can be found near the entrance to the Deathtouched Catacombs in northern Limgrave. However, for Golden Parry effectiveness, it is not ideal due to its medium shield status and smaller parry window compared to small shields.
14. What is “Barricade Shield” Ash of War, and how does it compare to Golden Parry?
The Barricade Shield Ash of War hardens your shield temporarily to deflect greater blows and enhance your blocking ability. It does not improve your parry windows like Golden Parry does. It is more for defense than offense compared to parrying with Golden Parry.
15. Is a guard counter a parry?
No, a Guard Counter is not a parry. It’s a separate mechanic that allows you to retaliate after blocking an attack. While guard counters are powerful and effective, they differ from parrying in timing and execution. Parrying requires precise timing to deflect an attack entirely before it hits, while guard counters happen after a block.
Hopefully this comprehensive guide answers all of your questions about the Golden Parry Ash of War. Good luck, and may your parries be true!