Darkwraith
The Darkwraith covenant is one of the most notorious and PvP-centric factions in Dark Souls Remastered. This covenant is dedicated to the art of invasion, allowing its members to traverse the worlds of other players and engage in hostile combat. To join the Darkwraiths, players must first achieve a specific set of prerequisites and then seek out a particular NPC.
The primary requirement to join the Darkwraith covenant is to defeat the Four Kings boss in New Londo Ruins. Crucially, this must be done *before* placing the Lordvessel onto its pedestal in Firelink Shrine. After defeating the Four Kings, players must then navigate the Abyss, a dark and treacherous area accessible from the same boss arena. Within the Abyss, they will find Darkstalker Kaathe, a mysterious figure who offers them the opportunity to join the Darkwraith covenant. If the Lordvessel has already been placed, Kaathe will not appear, and You will be unable to join the covenant until their next New Game Plus cycle.
Ranking up within the Darkwraith covenant is achieved by offering Humanity to Darkstalker Kaathe. Each rank gained requires a specific amount of Humanity. As players ascend through the ranks, they unlock powerful rewards and abilities that enhance their invasion capabilities. The primary benefit of ranking up is the acquisition of the Red Eye Orb, which allows for unlimited invasions into other players' worlds. This is a significant advantage for dedicated PvP players, as it removes the need to find or purchase Cracked Red Eye Orbs.
The covenant's signature item, the Dark Hand, is also a reward for joining. The Dark Hand is a unique off-hand item that can be used as a shield, a catalyst for Dark Sorceries, or for a powerful life-drain attack. It also provides a significant boost to magic defense. The Darkwraith covenant is ideal for players who enjoy the thrill of player-versus-player combat and wish to actively disrupt the progress of other adventurers. Their focus on invasion and the acquisition of potent PvP tools makes them a formidable presence in the online world of Dark Souls Remastered.
The lore surrounding the Darkwraiths suggests they are beings who seek to usurp the Age of Fire and usher in an Age of Dark. Their methods are often seen as underhanded and deceitful, reflecting their shadowy nature. Their presence in the game serves as a constant reminder of the ongoing conflict between light and dark, and the player's role in shaping the fate of Lordran.