: Key weapon classes like Daggers, Axes, and Hammers saw increased attack speed and reduced recovery time, while popular PvP tools like the Transient Moonlight weapon art (Moonveil) had their poise damage adjusted. Bandai Namco Patch 1.09: Ray Tracing and Refining Power In March 2023, Version 1.09
: Nerfed "Wave of Gold" poise damage and reduced the effectiveness of the "White Mask" and "Lord of Blood's Exultation" in PvP specifically. Update 1.09.1 (Hotfix)
: Significant buffs to heavy weapon classes (Greatswords, Greataxes, Hammers) and various Ashes of War Lifesteal Fist Surge of Faith