Learn how to find Cornyx's Armor Set and the Spotted Whip in Dark Souls III by summoning Great Swamp Cuculus and defeating the Old Demon King.
Hey there! So, you're looking to track down that sneaky pyromancer, Cornyx, and maybe snag some sweet gear? While it's not a direct quest *for* him, there's a cool bit of loot tied to his location after you've reached the Smouldering Lake. Stick with me, and we'll get you sorted.
First things first, you'll need to have made it to the area with the Old Demon King boss. Before you even think about fighting him, look around outside his fog wall. You should be able to summon a White Phantom named Great Swamp Cuculus. Make sure you summon him!
Now, head into the boss fight and take down the Old Demon King. The crucial part here is that Great Swamp Cuculus needs to survive the fight. If he goes down, you'll have to try the boss again. Once you've successfully booted the Old Demon King and Cuculus is still standing, you're in luck!
Head back to the cage where you originally found Cornyx trapped. You know, that little spot you probably couldn't do anything with before? Well, now it's time to check it out again. Inside that cage, you'll find the Spotted Whip and, more importantly for this guide, Cornyx’s Armor Set and Cornyx’s Ashes. Pretty neat, right? You'll also net yourself 1,000 Souls for your trouble.
- Make sure you summon Great Swamp Cuculus before entering the Old Demon King boss fight. You can't summon him once you're inside.
- Keep an eye on Cuculus's health during the boss fight. He can take a beating, but you don't want him to die. Try to draw some of the boss's aggro if you see him getting into trouble.
- This little bit of loot is a nice bonus, but remember Cornyx himself is a key NPC for pyromancies. Make sure you find him later if you haven't already!
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