Curved Swords are an excellent weapon class, largely due to their impressive range, fast attack speed, and great damage. Because of their range, they have very nice roll-catching abilities, so they’re also a very viable choice for PvP. There are three types of Curved Swords: Light, Heavy, and Paired. The only difference between these types is the swing speed and a certain amount of Poise, but otherwise, they are very similar. This article will list ten of the best Curved Swords in Dark Souls 3, regardless of their type.

10. Storm Curved Sword

How to get the Storm Curved Sword (7:31)

This sword is connected to the Nameless King since you need to transpose his soul with Ludleth of Courland to get the weapon. In the lore, this weapon is mentioned side by side with the Stormdrakes, and as such, contains some of their power. The weapon Skill launches the player in a storm-imbued spinning motion, finishing off with a strong attack. Aside from this, the Storm Curved Sword also has very nice range and great scaling.

What makes the Storm Curved Sword great:

• Very strong weapon Skill
• Great scaling
• 2nd highest range of all Curved Swords

Storm Curved Sword stats:

• Regular: 110 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +3:  physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +5: 158 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

9. Carthus Curved Sword

How to get the Carthus Curved Sword

In the Catacombs of Carthus, you can farm the skeleton warriors for a chance to get this amazing weapon. The moveset is similar to the rest of the Curved Swords, but this one has a little bit more stamina consumption than usual. Nonetheless, the inherent Bleed potential makes up for that con greatly. Combined with Carthus Rouge you will definitely bleed enemies to death frequently. 

What makes the Carthus Curved Sword great:

• High damage
• High Bleed
• Great range

Carthus Curved Sword stats:

• Regular: 115 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
• Regular +3: 149 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +6: 184 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +10: 230 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

8. Demon’s Scar

How to get the Demon’s Scar

A sword that is unique compared to the rest on this list, the Demon’s Scar is obtained from the Soul of the Demon Prince. The special trait that this weapon possesses is great Intelligence/Faith scaling, and the fact that it only deals Fire damage on successful attacks. The innate Fire damage is logical since this weapon also acts as a pyromancy catalyst, so there are no heavy attacks, as the R2 button is wired to cast pyromancies. 

What makes the Demon’s Scar great: 

• Lightest Curved Sword in the game
• Great for Pyromancers
• Decent scaling
• Highest critical damage of all Curved Swords

Demon’s Scar stats: 

• Regular: 99 Fire attack | Intelligence scaling: D
• Regular +3: 147 Fire attack | Intelligence scaling: C
• Regular +5: 180 Fire attack | Intelligence scaling: C

7. Dancer’s Enchanted Swords

How to get the Dancer’s Enchanted Swords (2:25)

This one is very interesting. The Dancer’s Enchanted Swords are paired Curved Swords that have multiple damage types, depending on which blade you are hitting with. One deals physical and Fire damage, the other physical and Magic damage, very similar to Pontiff Sulyvahn. This lends itself to be incorporated into many different builds since the scaling is the same for all of the relevant stats. Other than that, it is a very reliable weapon that you should consider for your next run!

What makes the Dancer’s Enchanted Swords great:

• Mixed damage
• Strong weapon Skill
• High damage
• Fluid moveset

Dancer’s Enchanted Swords stats:

• Regular: 79 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
• Regular +3: 118 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
• Regular +5: 144 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D

6. Crescent Moon Sword

How to get the Crescent Moon Sword (1:42)

Very similar to the Moonlight Greatsword, the Crescent Moon Sword can also fire off concentrated beams of moonlight, so it changes up your playstyle considerably. Other than that, it also has some great scaling, leading to high damage.

What makes the Crescent Moon Sword great:

• High Dexterity scaling
• High damage
• Can shoot moonbeams

Crescent Moon Sword stats:

• Regular: 78 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +3: 116 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +5: 142 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

5. Scimitar

How to get the Scimitar (5:20)

The Scimitar is a very basic Curved Sword, but that doesn’t stop it from dealing massive damage due to its high Dexterity scaling and weapon Skill. The weapon Skill is the same as many other Curved Swords but combined with the natural abilities of the weapon, it becomes very deadly.

What makes the Scimitar great:

• Insanely high scaling
• Great damage
• Synergy with the weapon Skill

Scimitar stats:

• Regular: 90 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +3: 116 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B
• Regular +6: 144 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B
• Regular +10: 180 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: A

4. Falchion

How to get the Falchion (2:50)

Another basic weapon, the Falchion features a unique moveset compared to other Curved Swords, so this brings a refreshing approach to combat. Aside from this, you also have very nice Dexterity scaling to really pack a punch.

What makes the Falchion great:

• High damage
• Unique moveset
• Great scaling

Falchion stats: 

• Regular: 117 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
• Regular +3: 152 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +6: 187 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +10: 234 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

3. Pontiff Knight Curved Sword

How to get the Pontiff Knight Curved Sword (4:20)

Another weapon that is simply very reliable, the Pontiff Knight Curved Sword has the highest durability and two-handed range of all the Curved Swords in the game. On top of this, the range and the naturally high scaling of the weapon make for a long-range monster.

What makes the Pontiff Knight Sword Great:

• Longest two-handed range
• High damage
• High Dexterity scaling
• Awesome weapon Skill

Pontiff Knight Curved Sword stats:

• Regular: 123 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: D
• Regular +3: 171 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +5: 214 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C

2. Sellsword Twinblades

How to get the Sellsword Twinblades (6:12)

As the best Dexterity weapon in the game, it is only natural that the Sellsword Twinblades would be high on this list, as well. The damage is insane due to the high attack speed and the high Dexterity scaling. It is reliable in almost all situations, and that’s why it is an amazing and popular choice among players.

What makes the Sellsword Twinblades great:

• Extremely high damage
• Moveset offers constant pressure
• Great Dexterity scaling
• Fast moveset
• Allows for mobility

Sellsword Twinsblades stats:

• Regular: 99 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +3: 128 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +6: 158 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +10: 198 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B

1. Carthus Shotel

How to get the Carthus Shotel (0:50)

Another Carthus weapon, the Carthus Shotel is an excellent choice for any situation that you might find yourself in. It has high range, great scaling, and the innate ability to pierce shields with ease. Other than this, you also have the option to incorporate this weapon into any Bleed builds, since the natural Bleed it has is really high. 

What makes the Carthus Shotel great:

• High damage
• Great scaling
• Shield piercing
• Inherent high Bleed

Carthus Shotel stats: 

• Regular: 106 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +3: 137 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +6: 169 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: C
• Regular +10: 212 physical attack | Dexterity scaling: B

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