Elden Ring: How to Get Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt

In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, ranged weapons may not be the primary focus, but they can still serve as valuable secondary options for melee players. Among the various ranged weapon enhancements, the Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt stands out as a potent skill for Greatbows, offering a balanced blend of power and utility. This guide will walk you through the details of this unique Ash of War and how to obtain it in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.

Overview & Weapon Types

Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt is a DLC-specific weapon skill in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. It is designed exclusively for Greatbows, enhancing their damage potential and providing a useful crowd-control effect. When equipped, this Ash of War grants the weapon a standard affinity, making it more versatile in various combat scenarios.

Key Features:

    Weapon Type: Greatbows only

    FP Cost: 13

    Effect: Let loose a shout that pushes back nearby enemies and enhances the damage of the next shot

    Charging Animation: Same as a standard Greatbow shot, no extra time required

The pushback effect can create space between you and your enemies, allowing you to line up powerful shots without immediate retaliation. The enhanced damage on the next shot can significantly deplete an opponent's health, especially when combined with the right weapon and arrows.

Where to Find Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt

To acquire the Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt, players must complete Igon's questline in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. This questline involves interacting with Igon, a formidable dragon hunter, and assisting him in a critical battle. Here are the detailed steps:

    Initiate Igon's Questline:

        Locate Igon in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC area. Engage in dialogue to start his quest.

    Summon Igon for the Boss Fight:

        During your encounter with Bayle, the Dread, summon Igon to assist you in the battle.

    Defeat Bayle, the Dread:

        Work together with Igon to defeat the boss. Utilize your strongest Elden Ring Items and weapon skills to bring down Bayle. After the battle, Igon succumbed to his injuries.

    Collect Igon's Loot:

        Return to the location where you first met Igon. There, you will find his lifeless body along with his gear and the Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt. Igon's loot includes:

            Igon's Greatbow

            Igon's Set

            Igon's Bell Bearing, which grants the player Igon's Harpoon

Conclusion

The Ash of War: Igon's Drake Hunt is a valuable addition to your arsenal in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. By completing Igon's questline and utilizing his gear, you can enhance your ranged combat capabilities and tackle even the toughest enemies with confidence. Remember to make use of Elden Ring Runes and items to keep your character well-equipped and ready for any challenge that comes your way.