Farming the Low Drop Rate Torchpole Weapon in Elden Ring

• Posted by Juju Popp March 28 - #Farming the Low Drop Rate Torchpole Weapon in Elden Ring 

  While Elden Ring offers hundreds of unique weapons to choose from, few can match the Torchpole's combination of physical damage and reach. This versatile spear boasts solid strength scaling and a charge attack skill for crowd control or escapes. However, acquiring the Torchpole is no easy task, as it only drops from a rare enemy at a minuscule 2% chance. Let's explore the grinding process to add this epic arm to your collection.

  
  

  Stormveil Castle Gardening

  
  

  The sole source of Torchpoles is the Courtyard Guards patrolling Stormveil Castle. These heavily armored foes carry a variety of melee weapons, with only a small number wielding our prize. They spawn throughout the castle walls and courtyards, but the best farming spot is near the Liftside Chamber Site of Grace in the northwest. Here, two guards reliably spawn, one at ground level and another up wooden stairs.

  
  

  To obtain the Torchpole, players must slaughter these foes endlessly and hope luck smiles upon them. With only a 2% drop rate, expect a grind of 20+ reloads at minimum. The best strategy is to carefully chip away their health with ranged attacks or arrows to avoid retaliation, then finish them off for that sweet loot. With patience and dedication, persistence pays off for dedicated Torchpole hunters.

  
  

  

  
  

  Farming Equipment and Consumables

  
  
  
  ItemEffect
  
  Silver-Pickled Fowl Foot
  Increases item discovery
  
  
  Gold-Pickled Fowl Foot
  Further increases item discovery
  
  
  Silver Scarab Talisman
  boosts item discovery
  
  
  Silver-Filigreed Crest
  More rare item discovery
  
  
  Hawk's Glintstone Crown
  Highest discovery stat
  
  
  
  

  To maximize farming efficiency, boost item discovery with consumables, talismans, and headgear shown above. These effects stack for maximum rare drop rates. Be wary of upgrading weapons or your character too much, as increased strength/levels lower enemy spawn rates. Patience and luck are key to eventual Torchpole victory!

  
  

  Buying Elden Ring Items for Easy Progress

  
  

  Of course, some players lack the time or desire for intensive farming. For them, buying Elden Ring items offers a shortcut. Sites sell fully upgraded Legendary equipment, rare materials, rune stacks, and even unique boss remembrances. While bypassing natural progression, pre-upgraded gear allows bypassing early-game difficulty spikes or struggling bosses. Beginning the game with endgame items trivializes combat.

  
  

  However, where's the satisfaction in that? Part of Elden Ring's appeal lies in overcoming challenges through skill and perseverance. Heavy farming may test patience, but the reward of acquiring rare trophies through one's own efforts is immensely satisfying. Moderate purchasing or trading shouldn't disrupt the intended experience too much. But abandoning the struggle defeats the purpose of a Souls-like adventure.

  
  

  The Power of the Persistent Torchpole Hunter

  
  

  For those willing to dedicate the time, the Torchpole's versatile moveset offers strong payoff. Its high physical damage competes with many late-game weapons, while the charge skill enables gap-closing hits or escapes from surrounds spots. Plus, bragging rights come with wielding a drop so infamously rare. Many streamers and YouTube personalities showcase their Torchpole-centered playthroughs as a testament to determination.

  
  

  With enough farming experience, dedicated hunters learn to optimize routes, spawn triggers, and other tricks to shave precious minutes off the grind. Comparing farming notes online builds comradery among the Torchpole-obsessed. Some players even offer password summons by the farm spot to cheer on persevering hunters through jolly co-operation. Eventually the satisfying "ping" of a long-awaited drop brings immense satisfaction for patient Trophy collectors.

  
  

  Though a challenge to obtain, the legendary Torchpole's unique capabilities make it a prized addition for any Elden Ring arsenal. Its lengthy reach, strength scaling, and charge attacks enable creative playstyles. For those willing to invest hours battling curs at Stormveil, the reward of this rare weapon drop brings bragging rights as the ultimate gardening champions of The Lands Between.

  
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