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Firelink Shrine
Dark Souls III: The Ringed City

Firelink Shrine

Create the Firelink Shrine bonfire in Dark Souls III: The Ringed City and meet key NPCs like the Firekeeper and Andre the Blacksmith.

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Create the Firelink Shrine bonfire in Dark Souls III: The Ringed City and meet key NPCs like the Firekeeper and Andre the Blacksmith.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    On your first trip to Firelink Shrine, place the coiled sword into the center of the area to create a bonfire.
  2. 2
    Introduce yourself to your surroundings and the NPCs (non-player characters) that make it their home.
  3. 3
    The Firekeeper will exchange collected souls for an increase in one stat attribute of your choice.
  4. 4
    The Shrine Handmaiden serves as the primary merchant until you recruit other NPCs.
  5. 5
    Andre the Blacksmith will upgrade and infuse weapons, allow you to change the ratio of Estus to Ashen Estus Flasks, as well as upgrade your Estus Flasks.
  6. 6
    Hawkwood the Deserter sits on the steps near the entrance and will offer information on your objectives, as well as some items after key bosses.
  7. 7
    Once you are done exploring the area, place the Coiled Sword in the center of the chamber to create a bonfire and travel to High Wall of Lothric.
Tips
  • The Firekeeper allows you to level up by spending souls.
  • The Shrine Handmaiden is your main vendor for most of the game, unless you find and recruit other merchants.
  • Andre the Blacksmith is crucial for weapon progression and Estus management.
  • Hawkwood the Deserter provides hints and rewards for defeating bosses.

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