The Forgotten Bell Tower

Navigate the Forgotten Bell Tower in 1384 Ex Voto. Learn about the area's unique layout, its secrets, and how to overcome its challenges.

The Forgotten Bell Tower stands as a grim monument in the desolate plains, a place where the wind howls through broken masonry and the echoes of a forgotten past linger. Reaching the apex of this crumbling structure is a perilous undertaking, fraught with environmental hazards and the ever-present threat of the Blight's corrupted inhabitants. As Aeta ascends, she will encounter crumbling platforms that require precise jumps and timed dodges to avoid falling into the abyss below. Several sections of the tower are guarded by 'Hollow Knights,' agile warriors wielding poisoned daggers that inflict a stacking 'Blight' status effect, gradually draining Aeta's health over time. Defeating these knights is often necessary to clear the path forward.

At various levels of the Forgotten Bell Tower, players will find small alcoves containing valuable resources. One such alcove, located approximately halfway up, holds a 'Titanite Shard' and a 'Bundle of Herbs,' which can be combined to craft a 'Potent Healing Salve.' Further up, near the belfry, a hidden ledge accessible only by a well-timed leap from a precarious beam contains a 'Soul of a Lost Warrior,' a consumable item that grants 500 experience points, crucial for leveling up Aeta's combat abilities. The ultimate reward for conquering the tower lies within the belfry itself: the 'Bell of Awakening.' Ringing this bell not only clears the immediate area of lesser Blight-ridden creatures but also reveals a hidden path leading to the 'Sunken Monastery,' a new area ripe for exploration.

The ascent can be made significantly easier by using Aeta's 'Grappling Hook' ability, which can be used to bypass certain treacherous platforming sections or to quickly retreat from overwhelming enemy encounters. Be mindful of the 'Hollow Knights' poison attacks; carrying at least two 'Antidote Vials' is highly recommended before attempting the tower. The 'Bell of Awakening' has a cooldown of 30 minutes after being rung, so its use should be strategic. The 'Sunken Monastery' is known to house a particularly challenging boss, the 'Abyssal Cleric,' so ensuring Aeta is adequately prepared with upgraded gear and sufficient healing items is paramount before proceeding.