Dark Souls 3: Platinum Trophy Guide

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Hey there, fellow gamers! Ready to dive headfirst into the brutal yet beautiful world of Dark Souls 3 and snag that coveted Platinum Trophy? This guide is your ultimate companion, packed with everything you need to know to conquer the challenges, defeat the bosses, and collect every last achievement. Whether you're a seasoned Souls veteran or a fresh face to the series, we'll break down the journey step-by-step, ensuring you don't miss a single thing on your quest for 100% completion. Let's get started, shall we?

Understanding the Platinum Trophy

Alright, before we get our hands dirty, let's talk about the big picture. The Platinum Trophy in Dark Souls 3 isn't just handed out; it's a testament to your perseverance, skill, and dedication. To earn it, you'll need to unlock all other trophies in the game. That means facing down every boss, collecting all the special items, mastering different builds, and experiencing all the game's unique features. It’s a marathon, not a sprint, but the sense of accomplishment you'll feel when that Platinum pops is totally worth it. So, buckle up, grab your favorite weapon, and let's get you ready for the long haul. Remember, death is part of the game. Embrace it, learn from it, and get back out there. This guide is here to help you every step of the way.

Now, the trophies themselves are a mix of different types, including story-related achievements, those tied to specific quests, ones for collecting certain items, and those that demand you try out different gameplay mechanics. We'll break down each trophy category and give you strategies and tips to make sure you get everything. A few trophies might require multiple playthroughs, as some choices in the game lock you out of certain rewards on a single run. Don’t worry; we will guide you in the most efficient path for maximum efficiency. Don't be afraid to experiment, explore, and most importantly, have fun. Dark Souls 3 is a challenging game, sure, but it's also incredibly rewarding. The feeling of finally overcoming a tough boss or discovering a hidden area is unmatched. That’s what makes the platinum so satisfying! Let’s get started.

The Importance of a Structured Approach

Think of this guide as your roadmap. Following a structured approach is crucial, especially when it comes to maximizing your time and minimizing the need for excessive playthroughs. We will organize this guide around the key trophy categories to keep things nice and organized. Many trophies are interconnected. So, a systematic approach will help you to collect as many trophies as possible with each playthrough. Planning is also critical, and it can help prevent you from missing out on important items and events. Having a checklist can also be very helpful. Checklists make sure you are on track and make it easier to know what you have yet to accomplish. This guide will provide information about each trophy, including the requirements for unlocking it, and recommendations on how best to achieve it. So, keep track, follow the path, and prepare to triumph.

Story-Related Trophies: The Core of Your Journey

Let’s start with the easiest ones: the story-related trophies. These are the ones you'll unlock just by progressing through the main story. They’re pretty hard to miss, and they serve as a marker of your progress through the game. Each trophy is tied to defeating a main boss. Even if you are a newbie, you will get these by simply playing the game. Still, remember that you need to defeat all the main bosses to get the platinum, so it is a good idea to know where the bosses are.

Here’s a breakdown of the story trophies, and a few tips for each of them:

  • The Lords of Cinder: This is the most important part of the game. It is the core of the experience, the reason why you will play the game.
  • Embrace the Darkness: Embrace the Dark Soul is the last step on the quest. This requires you to finish the game once. Make sure you are at the end game, with the Fire Faded.
  • Champion Gundyr: The first big boss you'll face. He can be quite the challenge for new players, so learn his moves and be patient. Remember to use the environment to your advantage. Rolling is your friend.
  • Vordt of the Boreal Valley: Vordt is the second boss. You can find him in the High Wall of Lothric, at the end of the dungeon. His attacks are slow, so you can easily dodge them and punish him with your attacks. Be careful with his ice attacks.
  • Curse-rotted Greatwood: This boss is a bit different. You need to target the weak spots on his body, the glowing sacs. Use this knowledge to quickly take him down.
  • Crystal Sage: This is a mage boss. They teleport around the arena and throw spells. Be patient and watch out for the copies of the boss. You can take them out quickly.
  • Abyss Watchers: These guys are fast and aggressive. Watch out for the third Watcher. He will join the fight and change things around. Use the environment to your advantage and be ready to dodge.
  • High Lord Wolnir: This boss is a joke. You need to break the bracelets to defeat him. Be careful with his dark attacks.
  • Pontiff Sulyvahn: Pontiff is a challenging boss. He is fast, and he summons a copy of himself. Learn his moves and be ready to dodge, and try to find openings to attack.
  • Aldrich, Devourer of Gods: A tough boss. Aldrich uses arrows and magic. Be patient, and don’t give up. The more you play, the better you will get.
  • Yhorm the Giant: A giant boss. Use the Storm Ruler weapon, found in the boss room. You will be done in a few hits.
  • Dancer of the Frigid Valley: Dancer is a fast boss. Learn her moves, and watch out for her magic attacks. Be patient, and don’t give up.
  • Lothric, Younger Prince: A two-stage fight. First, you face Lothric’s older brother, then Lothric himself. Be patient, and use the environment to your advantage.
  • Soul of Cinder: The final boss. A tough fight that requires you to use everything you've learned. Be patient, learn the boss' moves, and bring your best build.

Each of these bosses presents a unique challenge, and overcoming them is a thrilling experience. Enjoy the feeling of triumph and advance to the next step. If you get stuck, don’t worry! Keep practicing, and you'll eventually prevail. Remember, every death is a learning opportunity.

Covenant Trophies: Mastering the Alliances

Covenants are a unique part of Dark Souls 3. These provide you with special items and rewards, and each covenant has its own set of challenges to complete. To get the Platinum, you will need to unlock every covenant trophy. Some of these require a bit of grinding, as you'll need to collect specific items through online play or by farming enemies. Let’s get into the details for each one.

  • Master of the Covenant: This is the big one. To get this trophy, you need to unlock all the covenant-related trophies. Keep this in mind when you are advancing with the game.
  • Rosaria's Fingers: To get this trophy, you will have to reach the rank 2 with the Rosaria's Fingers covenant. You will need to offer pale tongues to Rosaria. You can obtain pale tongues by invading and defeating other players or by farming certain enemies.
  • Warrior of Sunlight: To get this trophy, you will have to reach the rank 1 with the Warrior of Sunlight covenant. To get this rank, you will need to offer sunlight medals to the Sun Altar. Sunlight Medals can be obtained by co-op play or by farming specific enemies.
  • Blue Sentinels / Blades of the Darkmoon: To get this trophy, you will have to reach the rank 2 with the Blue Sentinels or Blades of the Darkmoon covenant. You will need to offer Proof of Concord Kept to the covenant leader. Proof of Concord Kept can be obtained by co-op play or by farming certain enemies.
  • Watchdogs of Farron: To get this trophy, you will have to reach the rank 2 with the Watchdogs of Farron covenant. You will need to offer wolf blood swordgrass to the covenant leader. Wolf blood swordgrass can be obtained by killing other players or by farming certain enemies.
  • Aldrich Faithful: To get this trophy, you will have to reach the rank 2 with the Aldrich Faithful covenant. You will need to offer human dregs to the covenant leader. Human Dregs can be obtained by invading other players or by farming certain enemies.

Each covenant offers unique rewards, including spells, weapons, and armor. Engaging with the covenant system is a great way to experience more of the game and add to your overall sense of achievement. Remember, teamwork, perseverance, and a bit of luck will be your allies.

Gesture Trophies: Express Yourself!

Gestures are a fun way to interact with other players, express yourself, or just taunt your foes (I won’t judge!). Getting the gesture trophies is pretty straightforward; you simply need to learn all the gestures in the game. Some gestures are obtained through specific NPCs, while others are rewards for completing certain quests or joining specific covenants.

  • All the gestures: You need to learn all the gestures. To do this, you will need to find all the gestures, and then use them.

Here’s a list of gestures and how to get them:

  • Welcome: Default Gesture.
  • Wave: Default Gesture.
  • Point Down: Default Gesture.
  • Beckon: Acquired from the Shrine Handmaid.
  • Rage: Acquired by talking to Anri of Astora at the Halfway Fortress.
  • Legion Etiquette: Acquired from the Watchdogs of Farron covenant.
  • Proper Bow: Acquired after defeating the Champion Gundyr.
  • Applause: Found after you speak to the Fire Keeper in Firelink Shrine.
  • Praise the Sun: Acquired from the Warrior of Sunlight covenant.
  • Hurrah!: You will obtain this gesture by talking with Siegward of Catarina.
  • Rest: Default Gesture.
  • Duel Bow: Acquired after reaching rank 1 in the Blades of the Darkmoon/Blue Sentinels covenant.
  • By My Sword: Sirris of the Sunless Realms will teach you this.
  • Silent Resolve: You will get this by completing the quest of Anri of Astora and Horace.
  • Dorthe: You will get this in the Cathedral of the Deep.

Make sure to obtain each gesture and use it. These trophies are simple, but some might be time-consuming, so don't leave them for last.

Ring and Spell Trophies: Expanding Your Arsenal

The Rings and Spells trophies are a huge part of the game. Collecting all the rings and spells is one of the most time-consuming aspects of the Platinum hunt. Both categories offer unique gameplay benefits, so you’ll want to prioritize collecting them as you progress through the game. Rings can increase your stats, provide protection, or offer unique effects. Spells can unleash powerful magic attacks and offer a range of utility. Collecting them can be time-consuming, and some might require multiple playthroughs, as certain rings are only available in NG+. Let’s take a look:

  • Master of Rings: This trophy requires you to collect all rings in the game. This means all the base rings, as well as the plus versions (found in New Game Plus). This will take a while, as some rings are only available in the higher New Game cycles.
  • Master of Sorceries: You will need to obtain all sorceries to get this trophy. You will need to search the entire world, buying and finding them.
  • Master of Pyromancies: This trophy requires you to collect all pyromancies in the game. You will need to find them or trade for them.
  • Master of Miracles: You will need to find all the miracles in the game. Again, you must search the entire world.

For the Ring trophies, it's wise to create a checklist. Rings are located in various places: some can be purchased from merchants, others are found in hidden areas, and others are dropped by enemies. You can consult a detailed guide to ensure you don’t miss any. For the spell trophies, you’ll need to explore the world, complete side quests, and trade with specific NPCs. Some spells require you to join covenants and offer covenant items. Be patient, and don’t give up.

NPC Questlines and Side Content: Unlocking Secrets

NPC Questlines in Dark Souls 3 are an important element, adding to the lore and offering valuable rewards. Many trophies require you to complete specific questlines, so keeping track of these NPCs and their quests is essential. Some quests are easy to miss, and failing to meet the requirements can lock you out of certain rewards or trophies, so it's best to follow detailed guides. To not get lost, focus on these steps:

  • All the NPC Quests: Ensure you know how to complete all the questlines. This includes all the steps and all the options.

Here’s a list of important NPCs:

  • Anri of Astora and Horace: Their questline is important for the “Silent Resolve” gesture and can affect your ending. Make sure you don't miss any steps.
  • Siegward of Catarina: His questline will get you the Hurrah! gesture and can help you get essential items. Make sure you don't miss him.
  • Sirris of the Sunless Realms: This quest is related to the “By My Sword” gesture and also offers items and rewards. Don’t miss the end of the quest.
  • Yoel of Londor and Yuria of Londor: These are related to the Dark Sigil and the Usurpation of Fire ending. Don’t miss their quests if you want to experience the whole game.
  • Irina of Carim and Karla: You will need them if you need to access some miracles and dark spells. They are related to each other.

Make sure to follow each quest's instructions step by step. Following these guidelines will give you more information. By following the NPC questlines carefully, you'll be well on your way to earning the Platinum Trophy.

Additional Tips and Tricks

  • Plan Your Builds: It’s worth planning your character build ahead of time. Consider the weapons, spells, and rings you want to use. This can save you time and make the game more enjoyable.
  • Use a Guide: Don't hesitate to use guides. Guides can help you to prevent mistakes. Using a checklist can be crucial for collecting items.
  • Online Play: Dark Souls 3 has online features. You can summon other players to help you with bosses, or invade other players.
  • Patience and Persistence: Dark Souls 3 is a challenging game. Death is a common experience. Don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes, and keep trying.
  • Enjoy the Journey: The platinum trophy is just the end goal. Enjoy the game! The unique atmosphere, the world, and the fantastic combat.

Conclusion: Claim Your Victory!

Congratulations, brave Undead! You've made it to the end of our Dark Souls 3 Platinum Trophy Guide. Earning the Platinum is no easy task, but with the right knowledge, preparation, and a healthy dose of determination, you can conquer this incredible game. Remember to pace yourself, embrace the challenge, and never give up. Good luck, and may the flames guide your way! Go out there, claim that Platinum, and show the world what you’re made of! Happy gaming, and enjoy your triumph!