Greataxes are slow weapons that have very strong damage and AOE attacks, to handle groups of enemies. They usually have fairly high Strength scaling, which makes them ideal for Strength builds that want a large, reliable weapon that fits most situations. This article will cover some of the best Greataxes in Dark Souls 3, how to get them, their strengths, and why they’re fun.

5. Black Knight Greataxe

How to get the Black Knight Greataxe

Starting out, we have the Black Knight Greataxe. It is a weapon that is especially useful against Demons, with a 20% damage increase against them. The reason this axe is so good is because it has the most unique moveset out of all the axes, with fun attacks that bring a certain freshness to gameplay, on top of the excellent Strength scaling and overall damage. 

What makes the Black Knight Greataxe great:

• High damage
• Unique moveset
• Good scaling
• Bonus damage against Demons
• High poise damage

Black Knight Greataxe stats:

• Regular: 216 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +3: 280 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +5: 350 physical attack | Strength scaling: C

4. Yhorm’s Great Machete

How to get Yhorm’s Great Machete (1:49)

The great machete wielded by Yhorm the Giant is one of the most damaging and imposing weapons in the game, largely becausethe axe has extremely good range and AR, which is the highest out of all physical damage weapons. You can notice the high Strength scaling in-game, in the form of very high damage and the reliability of the weapon itself. It is quite useful and fun to use.

What makes Yhorm’s Great Machete great:

• High damage
• High Strength scaling
• Long range
• Large hitbox

Yhorm’s Great Machete stats:

• Regular: 185 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +3: 277 physical attack | Strength scaling: B
• Regular +5: 338 physical attack | Strength scaling: A

3. Dragonslayer Greataxe

How to get the Dragonslayer Greataxe (1:20)

As is the case with all of the equipment regarding the Dragonslayer Armour, this weapon has proven time and time again to be one of the strongest weapons in the game in general. It is characterized by its heavy weight and the innate Lightning damage that comes with it. This can further be increased by leveling Faith, as well as Strength.

What makes the Dragonslayer Greataxe great:

• High damage
• Lightning damage
• Good Strength scaling

Dragonslayer Greataxe stats:

• Regular: 200 physical attack | Strength scaling: D
• Regular +3: 303 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +5: 364 physical attack | Strength scaling: C

2. Demon’s Greataxe

How to get the Demon’s Greataxe (0:58)

In the scope of Demon weapons, you can’t go wrong with using the Demon’s Greataxe. It is a beast of a weapon that is reliable in many situations, that incorporates an incredibly strong Weapon Art ideal for Pyromancers that want to pack some real firepower. Aside from this, it also has great damage and Strength scaling, as well as added Fire damage to normal attacks. 

What makes the Demon’s Greataxe great:

• High damage
• High stagger potential
• Good Strength scaling
• Incredible Weapon Art
• Added Fire damage

Demon’s Greataxe stats:

• Regular: 157 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +3: 234 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +5: 286 physical attack | Strength scaling: B

1. Greataxe

How to get the Greataxe (2:47)

Finally, we have the basic Greataxe, as the best of its kind. It features some very high damage, as well as solid Strength scaling, to make use of the slow, sweeping moveset, capable of sending enemies flying. The only drawback to such power is that the moveset is quite slow, so it leaves you open in some situations, but a careful playstyle will account for that. The Greataxe is awesome when incorporated in Strength builds that aim to just whack away at enemies and bosses.

What makes the Greataxe great:

• High damage
• High Strength scaling
• Great, heavy moveset
• Good Weapon Art
• Hefty

Greataxe stats: 

• Regular: 188 physical attack | Strength scaling: D
• Regular +3: 244 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +6: 300 physical attack | Strength scaling: C
• Regular +10: 376 physical attack | Strength scaling: C

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