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To follow this guide you should have at least some knowlodge of the first few bosses and areas (pre-dragon). Recommended for STR builds.

Miniumum bosses to kill: 1
Recommended bosses to kill: 2

1. Create a new character. Pick "Amber Idol" as your gift.



2. Fight your way to the first Boss. Kill him and obtain his ash. ("The Sodden Knight's Ashes")



3. Get the greatsword "Kureimoa". You can either purchase it from a mearchant summoned in your sanctuary or: -> Travel to the "Village of Smiles" sanctuary -> Exit to your right, jump down and walk again right and stop at the next entrance -> Jump up to the cave and obtain "Kureimoa".



5. Collect 3500 salt and make your way to the "Watching Wood" sanctuary (right of "Lady of Smiles" sanctuary). Swear an oath in this sanctuary OR use a "Crystal Sphere" OR summon an alchemist in any other sanctuary.



6. Talk to the alchemist. Craft "Shrouded Bulwark" with 3500 salt, "Kureimoa" and an "Amber Idol". Combine it with spells or items which enchant your weapon and nothing should resist your "argument".



7. Feel the pure strength and enjoy your journey salty fellow! :D



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