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In Elden Ring, choosing the right weapon is crucial for overcoming the game's many challenges. One armament that provides a great combination of offensive utility and defensive options is the Milady, a rapier added with the recent DLC. While lacking in raw damage or poise damage, the Milady makes up for it with a flowing moveset ideal for chaining successive strikes. Its fast swings paired with decent range allow it to control the pace of combat. With the right build and tactics, the Milady can carry Tarnished through any invasion or boss fight with graceful finesse.

One of the Milady's strongest attributes is its quality scaling. With a balanced Dexterity and Strength infusion, it receives B/B ratings in both offensive stats. This opens up a variety of build possibilities without sacrificing scaling. Quality builds can effectively wield the Milady from mid to high levels, taking advantage of its scaling across a wide character progression. Thankfully, the Milady is very lightweight at only 3.0 units. Tarnished can attain generous Vigor, Endurance and damage stats without fat-rolling.

To maximize successive hits, stack status build-up. Bleed, poison and scarlet rot are amazing offensive tools on fast weapons like the Milady. Talismans such as Seppuku, Rotten Winged Sword Insignia and Scavenger's Curved Sword allow for dangerous proc potential. Ashes of War like bloodhound step or poison mist keep pressure while prepping statuses. Acquiring upgrade materials and smithing kits for max Elden Ring weapon level from GAMEBUYGOLD.COM expedites this process. With optimized stats and talismans, the Milady deals healthy damage while steadily whittling away enemy health and defenses.

The Milady's true shine lies in its swift swings and clever mix-ups. A jumping light or heavy catch rolls with good forward momentum. Running attacks close distance and keep foes toes on edge. Its quick powerstance L1s stagger-lock unaware opponents. Even without status effects, the Milady deals constant, safe chip damage. Used thoughtfully, no opponent can reliably avoid its flurry. Pressure them into rash mistakes and whittle away resilience. Soon even resilient bosses crumble under the Milady's press.

Also key are the Milady's precise hitboxes. Unlike a greatsword's wide swings, its targeted thrusts require precise spacing. This allows surgically exploiting openings rather than trading hits. Its rapid-fire L1 chase foes while punishing heals or buffs. Mixing delayed swing timings and soft-feints keeps foes guessing. Though lacking poise damage, the Milady's follow-up 1H R2 catches panic rolls for larger payoffs. Its varied mix-ups keep foes on their back foot.

Defensively, the Milady's short stature and light roll dodge most attacks with spare i-frames. Its swift step-in 1H R2 interrupts attempts to create space. This move works as an effective counter when anticipating enemy swings. Should hits connect, the Milady's low stat requirements allow high Vigor/Endurance and heavy armors/talismans. Takers of damage can efficiently tank hits and retaliate. Combined with its fast healing punishes, the Milady controls the tempo of even the toughest battles.

While lacking raw damage, the Milady makes up for it with swift successive strikes, clever mix-ups and surgical precision. Its quality scaling enables flexible builds to maximize attack rating. Stacked with status effects and defensive utility, the Milady allows dominating encounters through consistent pressure rather than single power attacks. As a challenge grows, the Milady's nuanced moveset continues outpacing opponent defenses through sheer attrition. With patience and practice, it handily counters even the Lands Between' toughest foes. So take up thy Milady and prove yourself the victor through speed, cunning and masterful form.