Step 4: Upgrading Shields and Catalysts for Defense and Magic Builds 2 k6 P* O9 m" k( i& {( Z }0 B( aShields and casting tools are often overlooked, but Elden Ring Runes upgrading them is just as essential as weapons.$ P7 t. m' C7 H; l6 p. w
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Shields: 3 C" R; W/ s% i) t& k8 j% ` C# W' A! K8 I* @Upgrading shields increases Guard Boost, reducing stamina loss when blocking. 3 d0 a* ]5 e5 K! QInfusions like Fire or Magic can make shields more resistant to specific elements. ( E/ m, S$ i: `0 V3 M$ _) {Example: Upgrading the Erdtree Greatshield enhances its magical blocking ability, useful against sorcerers./ X/ F+ I$ X& w# q
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Upgrading staves and seals boosts spell potency and scaling.& G; @2 k4 b/ p, H2 `5 g1 Y. @- f
Example: Prince of Death’s Staff scales with Elden Ring Runes buy both Intelligence and Faith, making it ideal for hybrid builds. 0 n P: `5 X/ E3 R) q( _3 v; t0 h0 q9 E
