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Why the speedrun community keeps mentioning the Zweihander trick.
Dark Souls Zweihander: The One-Handed Trick That Breaks the Game is powerful stance abuse. This technique treats the greatsword as a one-hander. It lets players dodge earlier and keep damage output high.
Rolling frames cancel attack winddown. Input dodge right after a swing. Recovery becomes safe, turning slow moves into pressure. Studies indicate this behavior reshapes fight pacing.
You trade safety for relentless pressure. That choice defines the tactic.
Can you use this in PvP?
Yes, punish openings hard, but punish back often.
Does it work in NG+?
Yes, weapon stats carry over, keeping the abuse active.
