“The first Ritual Spear was not made to kill—it was made to listen. The priest would wound a heretic, then press his ear to the bloody tip, believing the dying screams echoed prophecies from the Drowned God. Now, it is used for quieter work. Every thrust pays a toll. You give blood. They give death.”
A-tier for bosses that are large and easy to hit with thrusts (Primadon, Ferryman). The percentage-based bleed shreds high-HP targets. Avoid for hordes of small enemies (like in Diluvian Mechanism) – slashes are too slow.
Visually, the weapon stands out for its primitive yet menacing design. It features a jagged, obsidian-like head lashed to a sturdy wooden shaft, often decorated with ritualistic wrappings. This makes it a favorite for players aiming for a "tribal" or "cultist" aesthetic for their character. Many players choose to apply a Smith’s Alloy to it to boost its base damage, or attempt to find an Enchanted version to add layers of fire or bleed damage to its already potent kit.