In Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, you can find a weapon to suit your build or playstyle among the dozens of new types of weapons. Among these, there are a few types of hammers available. While they are not numerous, only three in total, this article will cover each hammer and how to obtain them.

Flowerstone Gavel

Item Description: "Weapon of the Dragon Communion priestess. A dragonstone hammer resembling an ancient flower. The four petals and the flower's core are all sharp, ending in points, and are capable of dealing heavy damage to dragons."

The Flowerstone Gavel is a stunning weapon both visually and in combat. Made of dragon stone and crafted in the image of an ancient flower, it deals substantial physical damage to enemies. Its stats primarily scale with strength and arcane, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer raw power and magical prowess. But there's more—this weapon has a unique skill that sets it apart from others.

Unique Weapon Skill: Flower Dragonbolt

This skill channels ancient dragon power, summoning red lightning that deals devastating elemental damage. Additionally, it temporarily reduces the target's resistance to lightning, making them more vulnerable to subsequent attacks. Charging this skill increases its power, allowing for more significant strikes.

How to Obtain Flowerstone Gavel

To obtain this majestic hammer, start the Dragon Communion priestess questline. You will find her at the Grand Altar of Dragon Communion, located in the Foot of the Jagged Peak area. This region is accessible through the Dragon's Pit dungeon.

If you choose not to give the Concoction to the priestess during the quest, you will receive the Flowerstone Gavel and the priestess's heart as a reward after defeating Bayle the Dread. Simply go to where the priestess stood by the Grand Altar to find the hammer.

Why Choose Flowerstone Gavel?

The Flowerstone Gavel stands out not only for its appearance but also for its strategic advantages. Unlike many arcane weapons, it does not focus on status debuffs, making it a unique addition to your arsenal. Its Flower Dragonbolt skill provides a ranged attack option, useful for players looking to diversify their combat tactics. This weapon is especially effective against dragons, making it essential for any encounters with these creatures.

Black Steel Greathammer

Item Description: "Weapon of the Black Knights, servants of Messmer the Impaler. Greathammer of black steel with decorative embellishments in gold. Blessed with an Erdtree Incantation. Further holy imbuement will amplify the effect and greatly increase the armament’s power. Guard Counters cause a burst of power."

The Black Steel Greathammer is a powerful and majestic weapon capable of crushing any foe that dares to cross your path. Designed for a hybrid strength/faith build, this hammer is perfect for those who wield both physical and divine power.

Unique Passive Abilities

Increased Holy Damage: Under the Sacred affinity, the Black Steel Greathammer’s base holy damage significantly increases, making it particularly potent against undead and other dark creatures.

Guard Counter: This weapon has a unique counterattack that not only strikes enemies but also releases a burst of holy damage from the ground, dealing additional damage and disrupting the enemy's balance. This effect can be further enhanced with Cragblade Ash of War and Deflecting Hardtear from the DLC.

How to Obtain Black Steel Greathammer

To find this weapon, head to the Church of Consolation in Gravesite Plains, located at the easternmost part of the Shadow Realm. Start at the Gravesite Plains site of grace and travel through the wooded area to reach the church. Inside, you will face a black knight guarding the hammer. Defeat him to obtain the Black Steel Greathammer and two Scadutree fragments.

Why Choose Black Steel Greathammer?

The combination of strength and faith scaling makes this weapon ideal for players who enjoy a balance of physical and magical combat. Its unique counterattack ability is perfect for defensive playstyles, allowing you to retaliate with devastating force. The increased holy damage also makes this hammer extremely effective against various enemies, especially those weak to divine power.

Smithscript Greathammer

Item Description: "A Greathammer engraved with a Smithscript. A throwing weapon created through the smithing arts. Execute a strong attack or dashing strong attack to spin and fling the Greathammer."

The Smithscript Greathammer is a unique specimen among the type of throwable "blades." Despite its classification, this weapon is not a blade but a massive hammer that can be used both in melee and thrown with great force.

Unique Weapon Skill: Endure

Smithscript Greathammer has the Endure skill, which consumes 9 FP to increase your poise temporarily. This allows you to withstand enemy attacks and respond with powerful strikes, making it an excellent choice for aggressive players who like to stay in the thick of the fight.

How to Obtain Smithscript Greathammer

To find and add this weapon to your collection, head to the Taylew's Ruined Forge dungeon northeast of Rauh Base. Start at the Moorth Ruins site of grace in Scadu Altus and head northeast to a shallow pond. Navigate through the nearby cave filled with poisonous flowers and Perfumer enemies, and continue through the poison field and rocky tunnel.

You will reach Rauh Base. Follow the road north, guarded by Messmer's soldiers and Feathered Beast-Men, until you reach the stone ruins. There, you will find the Smithscript Greathammer on a corpse behind the collapsed stone ruins.

Why Choose Smithscript Greathammer?

Smithscript Greathammer is perfect for players who want a versatile weapon with both melee and ranged capabilities. Its heavy attack allows you to throw the hammer, useful for hitting distant or flying enemies.

The Endure skill increases your poise, helping you maintain your position during intense battles. With its intelligence and faith stat requirements, this weapon suits various builds and can be customized with different gear for different playstyles.