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Discover the lore behind the bosses in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin. Learn about The Last Giant and the Giant Lord's history and motivations.

Hey there! So, you're looking for info on the bosses in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin, specifically where to find them and a bit about their backstory? This guide is going to dive into the lore behind these formidable foes, focusing on The Last Giant and the Giant Lord. Keep in mind, this is all about interpretation and speculation, and we'll be focusing on the base game bosses for now. If you're a fan of lore, stick around, and let me know your thoughts in the comments!

The Last Giant / Giant Lord

You'll find this boss chilling in the Forest of Fallen Giants. He's basically the last of his kind, a survivor from the siege of the Cardinal Tower. He's a pretty broken-down version of the Giant Lord, who, way back when, was a real terror, messing up the whole kingdom of Drangleic. Some hero eventually took down the Giants, but it was a bit too late – Drangleic was already in ruins. After that hero beat him, the Giant Lord's body was dragged under the stronghold and sealed away.

A lot of time passed, and the Giant was just trying to rest. You see, when Giants die, they turn into massive trees, part of this whole regeneration cycle. But this Giant Lord's soul? It was still super powerful, a testament to his former might. Maybe the Giants' anger towards King Vendrick just couldn't fade away, even in death. Their rage just kept burning, and they couldn't forgive Vendrick for what he did. It's possible this intense hatred is why the Giant Lord stuck around for so long after his defeat. Or maybe, his rage was directed at the hero who beat him.

Here's the kicker: when you finally face him, the Giant Lord actually recognizes you. His rage goes through the roof, and he breaks free from his restraints. This fight really shows you how determined the Giants were, the ones who once laid waste to Drangleic. He's so determined, he'll even tear off his own arm if it means he can get an edge over you.

The Giant Lord's Invasion

So, the Giant Lord was pretty much the king of all Giants. After King Vendrick, influenced by Nashandra, invaded his kingdom, the Giant Lord decided to retaliate. He marched on Drangleic to get revenge for his losses and to snatch back something Vendrick had stolen from him. These Giants, with their iron wills, laid siege to Drangleic. It was a war that dragged on for generations and completely devastated the land.