Elden Ring is nothing short of a monumental game, offering a sprawling open world filled with challenges, lore, and countless options for customizing your character. Among the many playstyles, a Strength build—fondly known as the "Bonk Build"—is a fan favorite for its sheer destructive power. With the right combination of colossal weapons, heavy armor, and strategic use of Elden Ring Runes and Elden Ring Items, this build lets you crush enemies with devastating attacks that leave no room for resistance.

In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps to creating the best Strength build, covering stat allocation, weapon selection, armor choices, and combat strategies. Let's dive in and turn you into an unstoppable force in The Lands Between!

Why Choose a Strength Build

Strength builds are all about wielding colossal weapons, dealing massive damage, and staggering enemies with ease. While this playstyle sacrifices speed and finesse, it makes up for it with pure brute force. Strength builds are ideal for players who prefer straightforward combat, enjoy tanking hits, and love the thrill of crushing enemies in buy Elden Ring Runes one or two powerful strikes.