Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin · Upgrade
[1] Magic
Steady Hand McDuff applies Magic infusion using Faintstone. It reduces base Physical damage by 30.5%, adds base Magic damage and initial C Magic scaling to eligible uninfused, unupgraded weapons, and lowers Strength and Dexterity scaling by 1–2 letters.
Stats & recorded effects
- Smith Availability
- Steady Hand McDuff
- Ore Type
- Faintstone
What to consider
An uninfused weapon already dealing Magic damage receives more base Magic damage than one with another non-Physical damage type.
Source context
Upgrade Paths and Weapon Enchantments · Dark Souls II wiki; edition not distinguished
Values follow the linked reference and its listed mode or variant. Unknown upgrade costs remain unspecified.