How to Get Enchanted Weapons in Dark Souls 1
Getting enchanted weapons in Dark Souls 1 is a significant milestone in a player’s journey, as it allows for a more varied and challenging gameplay experience. Enchanted weapons are not found lying around, however, and instead, must be crafted with care and dedication. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of getting enchanted weapons in Dark Souls 1.
The Enchanted Path
To get enchanted weapons, a player must first create a +5 magic weapon using the blacksmith services of Rickert of Vinheim in the New Londo Ruins. The key to upgrading your weapon is to use the appropriate materials. For weapons from +0 to +4, you will need Green Titanite Chunks. For weapons from +5 to +9, you will need Blue Titanite Chunks. Use Blue Titanite Slab for upgrading to +10.
Note: Make sure you have a decent amount of souls before attempting to enchant your weapon
The True Achievement of Enchanted
For some, enchanted weapons may seem intimidating or overpowered. However, getting an enchanted weapon is no joke, as it requires dedication, effort, and strategy. One key difference between enchanted weapons and regular ones is the scaling. Enchanted weapons scale well with INT (Intelligence), while scaling poorly with STR/D (Strength/Dexterity).
In this sense, a high INT build can benefit heavily from an enchanted weapon, as it will maintain a strong level of damage output in most situations. On the flip side, builds that rely more on STR/D may find little value in an enchanted weapon.
| Weapon Type | STR/D Scaling | INT Scaling |
|---|---|---|
| Reguler Weapon | Average | Low |
| Enchanted Weapon | Poor | High |
Alternative Ways to Get an Enchanted Weapon
For those unable to obtain an enchanted weapon through the process described above, there are alternative methods worth considering:
- Seed Hunting: You can find enchanted seeds for an enchanted sword in the real-world terrain of Dark Souls, as explained in the following section: ‘Seed Hunting’.
- Community and Online Interactions: Sometimes, within online communities or through social events, people will offer to give away, sell, or trade enchanted weapons. Networking with fellow players can be a useful way to obtain hard-to-get items like enchanted weapons.
- Cheesing or Exploitation: For some, exploiting Dark Souls mechanics to obtain unintended rewards, including enchanted weapons, falls into the gray area of ‘façade’. This means exploiting or cheating in this way should not be encouraged nor used in legitimate gameplay. Still, there might be a few opportunities worth looking into.
Get an Enchanted Sword with Ease!
One of the easier methods for getting an enchanted sword (albeit with some digging and digging involved) is through seed hunting. To locate this magical shaft, follow these straightforward steps:
- Head to the 34.1, 10’surface tile (you know it!).
- Follow the straight, steep cliff to the location at 1000 tiles elevation.
At this point, proceed down a few tiles toward the Arkhalis. You shouldn’t encounter any problems in attaining an enchanted sword provided that the seed has not regressed below the 1000-foot tile level.
Remember. Dark Souls provides us with the chance to learn not just by reading, but, on some levels, through experience also.
Remember to be considerate when discussing these guides in various online forums – do not take away some else’s enchanting journey but give instead!