The Gladius and Smallshield combination seen in some combat trailers, this fast little number takes a standard Straight Sword moveset perfect for infinite R1 spam and pairs it with a new 'blocking leap' attack capable of covering a fair bit of ground while keeping your guard up. While the Onyx Blade only reaches +5 (and is therefore unbuffable by outside means such as Resins or spells), it does sport a fairly strong Dark buff all on its own (with a cool buff animation to boot). Weapons, Shields, and Spells The Onyx Blade Seen in trailers, this weapon may very well be the longest Greatsword in the game - giving a little more reach to those horizontal GS swings we're all used to.

So far, the released content has covered 3 new weapons, 2 new armor sets, a new shield, and a new spell - though the stats and some of the Weapon Arts/special moves have been forcibly concealed. OBVIOUS WARNING: The content both in the video and below contain minor spoilers about the upcoming Arena system, as well as some arms and armor found in the DLC. But if watching the Father of Bloodshades' 20-minute exploration is a bit too long for your tastes, never fear - the TL DR is below.

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