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Last update:11 May 2016
Remember:throughout the majority of time, you will be exposed to poison.
you’re free to explore this location by going both ways.
It doesn’t really matter which direction you choose because the area is round.
The following description focuses on going left.
Draw your attention to the note concerning putting out three flames.
Complete this task to unlock the door that is situated directly opposite toRoad of Sacrificesentrance.
Actually, the whole area is full of them and they can be especially dangerous in groups.
One of them is situated in the corner, by the wall.
The creatures are protecting a body withRagged Mask.
Go upstairs and prepare for a fight with enemies that focus on melee attacks.
Dodge and break through their guard to strike back.
Approach the flame and put it out (cut scene).
Before you go downstairs, collectRotten Pine Resin.
It shouldn’t take you long to reach a lonely tower.
Prepare for combat with a powerful knight.
His deadly strikes are preceded by large swings.
Strike back when he performs a single attack (he will remain in one position for a moment).
You also have to watch out for his “spells”.
When you deal with him, pick upSage’s Coal.
You will pass a bonfire next to broken bridges (see screenshot).
Avoid the stairs and move on along the wall.
You will notice three, large creatures in the distance, that gathered around an item.
Outmaneuver them, pick up the gem and run away as fast as you’re free to.
Pass your enemies and move on, along the wall.
Avoid the area under the bridge, on the right.
You will end up in a place visible in the screenshot.
You will face one of the giant crabs fromRoad of Sacrifices.

The fight will be difficult but running between trees should help a lot.
UseFirebombs, or spellsto finish it out.
Furthermore, if you became friends with the giant fromUndead Settlement, he will strike your foes with spears.
He may even take down the crab for you.
There is aTitanite Shardby the bridge and the passage will take you to a bonfire.
There is another tower right behind it (find the flame and put it out).
you’re able to also pick upPurple Moss Clump.
Get back to the door that is still locked.
There is a lonely tower on the right, and inside there is a body surrounded by maggots.
Kill them and collectUndead Bone Shard.
Keep on moving and dodge attacks in a way that will let you land behind its back.
There are few more opponents like that around the area but it is possible to avoid most of them.
If you move on along the wall, you will find an entrance to a cave.
Watch out for basilisks as they spit at you.
Don’t stay too long in the fumes, as you will be cursed, and thus die.
It is best to perform a front dodge when the creature flies up in the air.
Quickly roll over and strike your enemy in the back.
There isRepair Powderat the entrance, and aGolden Scrolland a chest withAntiquated Set.
Exit and walk around the stones to collectLarge Soul of a Nameless Soldieron the other side.
You should have three stone buildings on your right, and stairs in front of you.
There is another building not far from here.
Find the place presented in the screenshot and collectTitanite Shard(by the bonfire).
Head straight (see screenshot) and will reach the other side.
Once you explore the area and put out all the flames, use the ladder to climb up.
The Old Wolf of Farron is inside, by the bonfire.
Come closer to receiveLegion Etiquettegesture and become a part ofWatchdogs of Farronconvent.
Quickly kill the lizard in the corner and collectTwinkling Titanite.
Pay attention to the wall on your left.
Hit it and you will discover another illusion.
Go inside and pick upDreamchaser’s Ashesfrom a body hanging by the window (screenshot).
Go back inside and use the elevator that will take you to the very top.
pull up the bridge but stay away from the demon in the distance.
Instead, turn right at the gate and find a platform situated lower (see screenshot).
Jump down on it, and walk along the wall.
Get to the other side and fight a mini boss.
AlthoughStray Demonis not a boss, its size and strength make it one of the most powerful enemies.
The creature will take a stab at jump and stomp but both these attacks are rather easy to avoid.
As a reward, you will receiveSoul of a Stray Demonand 5 500 souls.
Don’t forget to collect 2xEmberand aGreataxefrom the bridge.
Deal with the three flames and walk through the door, heading oppositeKeep Ruinsbonfire.
The road will divide into two paths.
Be smart and choose the left one.
At its end you will encounter a shaman that would boost transformation of enemies beyond.
Kill him and collectShriving Stonesituated on the path.
A knight will come up to you, so watch out for his rapid attacks.
Go higher and turn right, outside the ruins.
You will pass a bonfire and three more enemies.
Not far from here, you will face a reptile that you encountered before.
You will be in a narrow corridor, so be careful when you dodge.
The creature won’t be able to charge, but its strikes will be dangerous.
Furthermore, this reptile has more HP.
Slay it and you will obtainTitanite Scale.
In front of the bars there is also a spell,Great Magic Weapon.
Remember:in front of the stairs, on the right, there is a hole in the wall.
it’s possible for you to use it to jump down and collectPunishmentandHollow Gem.
Head to the main gate.
You will come across dueling opponents.
Wait for the winner and attack him when he is hurt.
The gate will take you to the boss,Abyss Watchers.
Thus, the sign that will allow you to summon her will be located by the entrance.
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