Elven Spear

Lore & Background

Forged in the ancient glades of Athel Loren, the Elven Spear is a weapon of grace and lethal intent. Its slender shaft, often carved from the wood of a sacred oak that has stood since before the first human kingdom, is tipped with a leaf-shaped blade that glints with an otherworldly sheen—like a shard of captured starlight. Elven smiths, working in moonlit groves, imbue these spears with a fraction of the forest's spirit, granting them an uncanny balance that makes the weapon feel alive in the hand. In the hands of a Waystalker, it becomes an extension of the hunt itself: each thrust a whispered death sentence for the Skaven and Chaos filth that defile the land, each parry a silent prayer to the spirits of the wood.

In Their Own Story

The rain-slicked streets of Ubersreik echoed with the skittering of claws. Kerillian stood alone, her Elven Spear held low, its tip tracing a lazy arc in the mud. A pack of Stormvermin charged, their halberds gleaming. She did not flinch. With a flick of her wrist, the spear sang forward, piercing the lead rat's throat before it could complete its swing. A spin, a sidestep, and another fell, the spear's blade carving a crimson arc through the downpour. The remaining rats hesitated, and in that moment of fear, she struck again—a whirlwind of silver and death.

Reader's Guide

The Elven Spear is a light, fast weapon that excels at poking enemies from a safe distance—like a viper's tongue, but with reach. Its heavy attack is a powerful thrust that can stagger or kill armored foes, while its light attacks chain into a wide sweep perfect for clearing hordes. Pair it with Kerillian's ranged options—like the Longbow for precision or Hagbane Swiftbow for area denial—to handle distant threats. In co-op, use the spear's reach to support teammates by interrupting enemy attacks from behind the front line, like a watchful guardian. The spear's block cost is low, making it forgiving for new players. For optimal builds, stack attack speed and stamina regeneration to maximize its poke-and-dodge playstyle. Avoid using it against heavily armored bosses unless you can consistently land headshots—otherwise, you'll just be tickling a chaos spawn.

Did You Know?

• The Elven Spear's design is inspired by the weapons of the Wood Elves in Warhammer Fantasy lore, known for their elegance and deadliness.
• In Vermintide 2, the spear's heavy attack can be charged to increase damage and armor penetration.
• Kerillian's spear has a unique animation set that includes a spinning sweep, setting it apart from other melee weapons.
• The weapon's reach is among the longest of any melee weapon in the game, allowing for safe poking from behind allies.