Here's an extended build guide for tackling "Shadow of the Erdtree" in "Elden Ring," drawing from community insights and general strategies:
General Strategy for Build Creation 
Understand the DLC Mechanics:
•Scadutree Fragments: Collect these to upgrade the Scadutree Blessing, which significantly boosts your damage and defense within the Land of Shadow.
Character Level:
Aim for around level 150 or higher for a balanced experience. The DLC can be challenging, so having a well-rounded character at a good level helps.
Core Stats:
•Vigor: Essential for survivability. Aim for at least 50-60 to handle the increased damage from enemies and bosses.
•Endurance: If you're heavy on armor or weapons, ensure you have enough to not run out of stamina quickly.
•Mind: Depending on your build, especially if you're into casting, a decent amount of Mind for FP is crucial.
Popular Builds
Bleed Build:
•Weapons: Eleonora’s Poleblade, Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear, Reduvia.
•Stats Focus: High Arcane for Bleed procs, with Strength or Dexterity depending on weapon scaling.
•Talismans: Lord of Blood’s Exultation, Kindred of Rot’s Exultation for status effect enhancement.
•Why: Many bosses in the DLC are weak to Bleed, making this build extremely effective.
Dragon Hunter Build:
•Weapons: Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana or Bolt of Gransax for Lightning damage.
•Stats Focus: Faith for Lightning damage, Dexterity for weapon scaling.
•Talismans: Lightning Scorpion Charm, Shard of Alexander.
•Why: With the prevalence of dragons in the DLC, this build focuses on exploiting their vulnerabilities.
Strength/Dexterity Build (Bearserker):
•Weapons: Red Bear's Claws for Bleed damage.
•Stats Focus: Strength and Dexterity for weapon scaling, Vigor for survivability.
•Talismans: Claw Talisman, Lord of Blood’s Exultation.
•Why: Good for those who prefer melee combat, offering high damage output with Bleed.
Spellcaster Build:
•Weapons: Carian Thrusting Shield or any weapon with good Intelligence scaling.
•Stats Focus: High Intelligence, some Faith if you want access to incantations as well.
•Talismans: Graven-School Talisman for spell damage, Radagon Icon for faster casting.
•Why: Magic can be very effective against certain enemies, especially when paired with strategic use of spells like Impenetrable Thorns.
General Tips 
•Talisman Selection: Always consider talismans that buff your primary damage type or enhance your build's strategy (like damage negation for tank builds).
•Armor: Choose based on your playstyle. If you're going for a tank build, heavy armor reduces damage taken, but consider poise for trading hits. For casters or bleed builds, lighter armor might be better to dodge effectively.
•Scadutree Blessing: Don't underestimate the importance of collecting these fragments. They can make the difference between a struggle and a manageable fight.
•Adaptability: Be prepared to switch weapons or spells based on the boss or enemy resistances you encounter. The DLC provides plenty of new weapons and spells to experiment with.
•Community Resources: Utilize community forums, posts on X, and YouTube guides for detailed item locations and specific boss strategies. Players have shared comprehensive strategies that can be invaluable.
Conclusion
Remember, while these builds are popular and effective, "Elden Ring" encourages flexibility. Feel free to mix and match elements from different builds to create something that suits your playstyle best. The key to success in "Shadow of the Erdtree" is understanding your build's strengths, knowing when to adapt, and having fun exploring the new content.
