Notice the red spots on the path, where you’re free to read various hints.
you’re free to also find notes from other players.
In this area, you will mostly find hints about controls.
In a while, you will have your first chance to attack an opponent.
Then, learn how to attack, to block and to perform strong attacks.
After defeating the enemy, turn right.
You will find aSoul of a DesertedCorpse.
Note:Don’t be mislead by the enemy.
Go back to the path and continue.
Near a body, you will find the same pop in of enemy and an AshenEstus Flask.
Remember that you’ve got the option to find these items in various places or refill them nearBonfires.
Use them only when you really need them.
Notice the enemy standing with his back to you.
You will find him on your right (screen).
Try backstab on him.
Approach the enemy slowly (walk) and attack him.
A bit higher, you will find two more enemies.
From here, you’re able to go straight or turn right.
If you chose to turn right, you will wake up two enemies.
You will encounter the first really strong enemy.
Notice how he performs his attacks.
The dash attack and the roll attack are the best for you to dodge them and perform a counterattack.
During this fight, dodging is crucial.
If you manage to get close to the target, aim at his belly, which is more vulnerable.
Moreover, avoid the mist and the attack from above, because they deal the most damage.
UseEstus Flaskif you better heal your hero.
However, if you are patient, perform quick dodges and counterattacks.
You should be able to defeat the enemy.
You will receive aTitanite Scaleand you will be able to collectthe Soul of an Unknown Travelerlying in the corner.
You will also obtain 4000 Souls.
Go straight behind the enemy with a crossbow and you will reach a Bonfire.
If you decided to defeat the ice monster, you are safe now.
You won’t encounter any enemies all the way to the Bonfire.
Remember to rest (you will obtain an appropriate gesture here), restore HP and refill Flasks.
However, remember that every time you rest at a Bonfire, your enemies respawn.
From the Bonfire, you might take two paths.
No matter which one you choose, take some time to dump the area and collect items.
You will meet a few enemies when going down.
Be careful, because they carry better weapons and can be deadly in group.
Next, you will have an opportunity to practice air attack.
If you go straight from here, you will reach a boss arena.
However, don’t go there yet.
Instead, turn right and approach the edge.
From here, you might see a crossbowman and an enemy with a spear.
Collect 5Firebombsthat will help you during the boss fight.
Head up and watch.
out for two enemies.
When you are ready, enter the arena.
After the boss fight, initiate the door on the other side of the arena.
Behind the door, you will find a single enemy on the left.
You will encounter two more enemies higher.
Watch out for another spearman and crossbowman pair upstairs.
Remember that you could block bolts and arrows if you have a shield.
Otherwise, stay on the move and perform dodges.
After defeating the two last enemies, you’re able to go straight toFirelink Shrine.
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