How to get the Moonveil Katana in Elden Ring

One of the best weapons in Elden Ring is the Moonveil Katana, and this is how to find it early on in the game. 

Katanas are a popular weapon choice in Elden Ring, and one of the deadliest is the Moonveil Katana. This razor-sharp Japanese sword can deal devastating damage to bosses, invaders, and standard enemies once it’s been upgraded but it can be tricky to find.

This is exactly how to locate the Moonveil Katana in Elden Ring, and how to defeat the boss that drops it.

Contents

• Moonveil Katana location
• How to beat Magma Wyrm in Elden Ring
• Moonveil Katana overview

Moonveil Katana location in Elden Ring

The Moonveil Katana is located in Caelid and is dropped by the optional Magma Wyrm boss that is lurking in the Gael Tunnel. While this location can be located early on in the game, the boss can prove pretty tricky for low-level players, especially since its attacks dish out a lot of damage. 

To get to the Moonveil Katana location, simply follow the instructions outlined below: 

1. Head through Limgrave, and travel towards the Summonwater Village ruins. 
2. Follow the path until you find the Shack of the Rotting. 
3. Once at the Shack, travel south and continue running until you see two soldiers standing near a campsite. 
4. Either dispatch them or sneak past to enter the cave. 
5. Carefully use the wooden platforms to drop down into the Gael Tunnel.

Once you’ve successfully made it to the bottom of the cave, you’ll be able to rest at the Site of Grace. We recommend doing this, as you’ll encounter a number of soldiers on your path to face the Magma Wyrm. 

Simply follow the tunnel and pick up any items along your way. However, before you head through the fog gate, be sure to rest at the second Site of Grace. This can be found by heading directly through the opposite door near the boss room. 

After resting at this location, head through the fog wall and begin your fight with the Magma Wyrm. 

How to beat Magma Wyrm Elden Ring

In order to successfully beat the Magma Wyrm in Elden Ring, you’ll want to stick close to the beast’s hind legs. Doing so will enable you to avoid the majority of the monster’s fire-based attacks. 

Occasionally, the Magma Wyrm will slam down into the ground with its two colossal claws, so be sure to roll towards the tail before it lands. Its claw swipe attack also has a decent amount of range, but can be negated by keeping to the back of the beast’s tail. 

Constantly circle around the boss and chip away at its health bar until it eventually falls to the ground. During the downed state, run round to the Magma Wyrm’s head to deliver a lethal weakpoint hit. 

Simply rinse and repeat this method to defeat this fire-breathing monster and claim the Moonveil Katana as your well-earned prize. 

Moonveil Katana overview

To wield the Moonveil Katana you’ll need to have at least 12 Strength, 18 Dexterity, and 23 Intelligence. It can deal Slash and Pierce damage in combat and causes a Blood Loss build-up of +50.

Its unique weapon skill, Transient Moonlight allows you to draw the Katana at great speed to inflict an instant slash attack that conquers waves of light. The Moonveil Katana cannot be infused with Ashes of War, or enhanced by Magic and Consumables.

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