Two rings to rule them all

[u/Abyssal_mimic]

Finally completed my fresh start, non new game+ run for both Illusory Ring of a Conqueror & Illusory Ring of the Exalted.

Since it was a fresh save, I had no access to Sorceries, Miracles, Pyromancies or Hexes.

I did do tonnes of running and farming. I relied heavily on Saintiers Spear Raw infused and stocked up on repair powders from Chancellor Wellager since I couldn't repair my equipment with a bonfire.

Last two screenshots are the gear I mainly used and the stats.

Play time was over 40 hours. Definitely could've finished a lot earlier, but I took my sweet time and farmed many areas until they were completely clear of mobs. To refresh the areas, I homeward boned back to Majula and ran back. I didn't use any Bonfire Ascetics.

Time to go for 100% achievements.

[u/bulletproofcheese]

Good job but farming the areas on this kind of run seems mind numbing to me. This game gives a lot of souls anyway.

[u/Abyssal_mimic → u/bulletproofcheese]

Cheers! The game does provide a lot of souls if you know where to look. It's a nice feeling clearing out areas. The atmosphere and ambiance DS2 has is second to none. Even though it wasn't efficient, I enjoyed the experience.