What is the point of raw gem ds3?

Use. Used in infusion to create raw weapons and shields. Does not require extra coal for Andre the Blacksmith to infuse. Infusing this gem adds to the base damage, but lowers general absorption, and completely removes scaling.
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Why use raw gem Dark Souls 3?

On the other hand, a Raw Gem grants a massive base damage boost but removes scaling entirely. Elemental infusions split the types of damage you deal. This can be detrimental if you're fighting an enemy type that's resistant to a certain damage type, including bosses and invaders.
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Should I use refined gem Dark Souls 3?

In short, if you go for quality build (40 Strength 40 Dex) you should use refined gem, if you go for strength build (60 Strength) you should use heavy gem and sharp gem for dex build. Check weapon table to see what weapon is better damage wise with what stats.
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Can you buff raw weapons Dark Souls 3?

Sharp, Raw, Heavy, Refined and Hollow can be buffed. The status and elemental infusions cannot.
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What does a refined gem do?

Used in infusion to create refined weapons and shields. Does not require additional coal for Andre the Blacksmith to infuse. Infusing this gem adds dexterity and strength scaling, but lowers base damage and other scaling.
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SL1 Raw VS Fire and Deep Infusion - Dark Souls 3

What does heavy gem do?

Used in infusion to create heavy weapons and shields. Requires the Farron Coal for Andre the Blacksmith to infuse. Infusing this gem adds strength scaling, but lowers dexterity scaling and base damage.
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Is refined gem good for Claymore?

Refined is always an upgrade for weapons that start with close to even scaling, assuming you have some investment in strength and dexterity. That said you aren't likely to see another refined gem for a while, so I wouldn't use it unless you're committed to using the claymore for most of the game.
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What is the hardest weapon to use in Dark Souls 3?

As a result, the difference in each weapon adds another layer of depth to the gameplay.
  • 1 Ringed Knight Paired Greatswords.
  • 2 Demon's Scar.
  • 3 Black Blade.
  • 4 Friede's Great Scythe.
  • 5 Crow Quills.
  • 6 Smough's Great Hammer.
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What is the most damage weapon in Dark Souls 3?

Dark Souls 3: The 10 Strongest Weapons In The Game, Ranked
  1. 1 Dragonslayer Greataxe. Coming in as the most powerful weapon, generally, is the Dragonslayer Greataxe.
  2. 2 Old King's Great Hammer. ...
  3. 3 Demon's Greataxe. ...
  4. 4 Dark Hand. ...
  5. 5 Lorian's Greatsword. ...
  6. 6 Gargoyle Flame Hammer. ...
  7. 7 Lothric Knight Greatsword. ...
  8. 8 Firelink Greatsword. ...
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What is the best weapon for buffing in ds3?

Depends on your magic scaling and the catalyst you are using; the most stat efficent is Carthus Flame Arc, but the strongest buffs are Darkmoon Blade/Sunlight Blade for faith builds and Crystal Magic Weapon for int, for hybrid int/faith I'd assume that Dark Weapon is slightly better than Carthus if you are using a well ...
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Should you level luck in Dark Souls 3?

The luck stat affects item drop rates and also status effects. For example, if you wanted to make a good bleed build, you would raise luck to increase the chances of inflicting bleed damage. Furthermore, it is good in the early game to get better weapons and armor from enemies at a low level.
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Should you farm in Dark Souls 3?

Souls Dropped Per Enemy

As players progress through the game, they will often find that they have more than enough levels for facing the final bosses. However, soul farming can still be useful for buying new weapons and the necessary upgrade materials to enhance them.
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Should I remove dark sigil ds3?

Take heed not to act rashly to remove one's Dark Sigils, as doing so will prevent Yoel from speaking with the player (if he is still alive) as well as cause Yuria to leave Firelink Shrine permanently, rendering one unable to follow her questline and attain the Usurpation of Fire ending of the game.
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Is Bleeding worth it in Dark Souls 3?

Bleed is very strong in PvE, unless you encounter something that doesn't bleed. Problem is you need to reach irithyll dungeon for blood/hollow infusions, so it's hardly even a bleed build before you get to that point.
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What does the Irithyll straight sword scale with?

Irithyll SS primarily scales with STR but it's always sub-par in terms of raw damage output because it inflicts Frostbite, and it's not the best way to inflict Frostbite. so i need to ask for advice, i have 40 strength and 14 dex, but the LKS need 16 dex what should i do? Commit to a STR build. 66 STR.
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What does Uchigatana scale with ds3?

It's called scaling because it scales off your attack stat (Strength/Dexterity/Intelligence/Faith). More of that stat, more points of damage. Even though the Uchigatana requires 14 strength and 14 dexterity it's best variant Normal+15 (In my opinion) has an A in dexterity with nothing in strength.
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What is the most op weapon in Dark Souls?

The Dragon King Greataxe is arguably the most powerful, at least in terms of single-hit damage potential.
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What is the best straight sword in ds3?

As arguably the most powerful Straight Sword in Dark Souls 3, it makes sense that the aptly named Ringed Knight Straight Sword can only be found in The Ringed City DLC. With the longest reach out of all Straight Swords, it is ideal for out-spacing foes.
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What is the best PVE weapon in Dark Souls 3?

Best PvE weapon? You could try a bleed/luck build, heard hollow ccs (or other bleed weapon) with carthus rouge can be devastating in pve, specially when mowing down bosses. Other than that, in pve most weapons work, so it really depends on your build and personal preference.
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What is the best starting class weapon in Dark Souls 3?

Knights are the most commonly picked class in Dark Souls 3, and for good reason. Knights start with the Longsword, one of the best weapons in the game with great room for improvement and special effects. They also have a 100% physical absorption shield.
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Who is the hardest enemy in Dark Souls 3?

Although he is referred to as "The Nameless King," players have come to know this optional boss all too well. The Nameless King is considered by most to be the hardest Dark Souls 3 boss. Located at the Archdragon Peak, this boss appears after players ring the bell by the Great Belfry.
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What is the best thing to infuse claymore with ds3?

Heavy infusion if you focus on strength, sharp if you focus on dex, and refined if you have equal strength and dex. Only use fire or deep if you have really low strength and dex, since they remove the scaling.
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What should you infuse claymore with ds3?

When infused with a Heavy Gem, the Claymore gets 255 physical attack at +10 and A-tier scaling with Strength, while when infused with a Shap Gem, it will also get 255 physical attack, though with A-tier scaling with Dexterity and E-tier scaling with strength, which technically makes the Claymore have higher damage ...
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What is the best infusion for mace Dark Souls 3?

A heavy infusion will allow you to buff your mace with Lightning Blade AND/OR Darkmoon Blade allowing you to swap damage types depending on enemy resistances. The downside is obviously these buffs are not permanent and cost FP. So basically, get two maces. Lightning infuse one and heavy infuse the other.
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How many infusions are there ds3?

You'll also need to find at least one of each of the 15 different infusion gems. Then you simply need to have Andre apply each infusion to a weapon, which can be done to a single weapon (infusions don't stack, FWIW) or across multiple weapons.
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