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Darksiders 2

Darksiders 2

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Welcome to Darksiders II, a third-person slasher/RPG where you play as Death, the second Horseman of the Apocalypse. You're on a quest to aid your brother War and restore what was lost. This installment expands on the original with an open world, an overhauled quest system, and meaningful dialogue choices. Prepare for intense combat and a journey across diverse environments as you embody one of the most formidable figures of the apocalypse.

This guide is your companion for navigating Death's epic journey. We'll cover everything you need to conquer the challenges ahead, from taking down formidable bosses to uncovering every secret and collectible scattered throughout the world. Get ready to master Death's abilities and achieve your objectives efficiently.

The Maker Warrior: Side Quests

Conquer every side quest in Darksiders 2! This guide helps you defeat Thane, Gorewood, Bheithir, The Deposed King, and Achidna to earn epic rewards.

Alright, let's talk about the side quests in Darksiders 2, specifically the ones that kick off after you deal with Thane in Tri-Stone. Think of these as optional challenges that can really beef up your character and give you some sweet loot.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Challenge Thane: Head over to Tri-Stone and find Thane. You'll need to challenge him to a duel. It's a straightforward fight, so just focus on beating him fair and square.
  2. 2
    Accept New Quests: Once you've defeated Thane, he'll hand over four new side-quests. These will send you on a hunt for some tough boss monsters.
  3. 3
    Hunt the Bosses: The four bosses you'll need to find and defeat are:
    • Gorewood
  4. 4
    Bheithir
  5. 5
    The Deposed King
  6. 6
    Achidna
Tips
  • Keep an eye on your map and quest log to track the locations of these bosses. They can sometimes be a bit hidden or require specific paths to reach.
  • Make sure you're adequately leveled and geared up before taking on these bosses. They are tougher than regular enemies and have unique attack patterns you'll need to learn.
  • Don't forget to explore the areas around the boss locations. Sometimes there are extra chests or secrets to find that can help you out.

Sentinels Gaze: Optional Dungeons

Complete the Sentinels Gaze optional dungeon in darksiders 2. Find Boatman's Coin, Relic of Etu-Goth, and Stone of Power.

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Sentinels Gaze: Optional Dungeons

Complete the Sentinels Gaze optional dungeon in darksiders 2. Find Boatman's Coin, Relic of Etu-Goth, and Stone of Power.

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Sentinels Gaze: Walkthrough 2

Follow our detailed walkthrough for Sentinel's Gaze in Darksiders 2, guiding you through puzzles, combat, and item locations to help you progress.

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Sentinels Gaze: Walkthrough 2

Follow our detailed walkthrough for Sentinel's Gaze in Darksiders 2, guiding you through puzzles, combat, and item locations to help you progress.

Sections in this chapter (22)
Sentinels Gaze: Walkthrough
Complete walkthrough for the Sentinel's Gaze optional dungeon in Darksiders 2, including puzzles, combat, and collectible locations.
Boneriven
Follow our comprehensive Darksiders 2 Boneriven walkthrough to navigate this optional dungeon, defeat its enemies, solve its puzzles, and find all its secrets and treasures.
Shamans Craft
Complete the Shamans Craft quest in darksiders 2 by gathering Stalker Bones, Mordant Dew, and Carven Stone for Muria.
Find and Kill Achidna
Learn how to complete the 'Find and Kill Achidna' side quest in Darksiders 2. This guide details the steps to locate and defeat this challenging foe.
Find and Kill Bhethir
Complete the Find and Kill Bhethir side quest in darksiders 2. Start by returning to Thane in Tri-Stone after obtaining the Death Grip.
The Maker Warrior: Walkthrough
Learn how to complete The Maker Warrior side-quest in Darksiders 2. Challenge Thane to a duel in Tri-Stone and defeat him to progress.
Find and Kill Gorewood
Follow this Darksiders 2 walkthrough to find and defeat the optional boss Gorewood in the Weeping Crag. Includes directions to chests and collectibles.
Wandering Stones
Guide to finding and activating all four of Oran's limbs in Darksiders 2. Learn the locations in The Fjord, Shadow Gorge, The Scar, and Baneswood to complete the Wandering Stones side quest.
The Lost Soul
Follow our step-by-step guide to complete Darksiders 2's 'The Lost Soul' side quest. We'll help you find Nathaniel, the Chancellor, and Muria.
Light of the Fallen
Learn how to complete the 'Light of the Fallen' side-quest in Darksiders 2. Find Uriel, hunt down 10 tortured angels on Earth, and claim your reward!
The Hammers Forge
Complete The Hammers Forge side quest in darksiders 2 to get the Omega Blades and Splinter Bone. Starts with Alya in Tri-Stone.
Find and Kill the Deposed King
Complete walkthrough for the Darksiders 2 side quest 'Find and Kill the Deposed King'. Includes boss strategy, item locations, and quest completion steps.
The Spark of Life
Follow our comprehensive Darksiders 2 walkthrough for The Spark of Life side quest, detailing every step from start to finish, including item locations and combat strategies.
Silent Stones
Learn how to start the Silent Stones side quest in Darksiders 2. Find Oran in the Fjord and use the Maker's Key to begin this task.
The Chancellors Quarry
Follow this Darksiders 2 guide to complete The Chancellors Quarry side quest. Navigate the Soul Arbiter's Maze, find scrolls, and defeat the Soul Arbiter to claim your rewards.
The Book of the Dead
Learn how to start and complete The Book of the Dead side quest in Darksiders 2. Find all 40 pages and unlock Death Tombs with Vulgrim.
Lost Relics
Complete the Lost Relics side-quest in Darksiders 2 by finding all 30 relics scattered across the game worlds. Learn where to sell them and the rewards you'll receive.
Sticks and Stones
Complete the 'Sticks and Stones' side quest in Darksiders 2 by finding all 69 Sacred Stones scattered across the game's worlds. Learn about stat boosts and the legendary weapon reward.
GnoMADs Gnomes
Discover the locations of all four hidden GnoMAD Gnomes in Darksiders 2. Collect them all to earn the GnoMAD Scythes legendary item and complete the quest!
The Maker's Chronicle (DLC Mission)
Follow this Darksiders 2 guide to complete The Maker's Chronicle DLC mission. Learn where to start, how to collect life seeds, and return the chronicle to Oran.
Bloodless (DLC Mission)
Complete the Bloodless DLC mission in darksiders 2 by finding and defeating six ghostly enemies. Starts with Draven at the Eternal Throne.
Lost & Found (DLC Mission)
Follow this step-by-step guide to complete the Lost & Found DLC mission in Darksiders 2, finding Karn's lost items across The Cauldron, Drenchfort, and The Lost Temple.

Sentinels Gaze: Walkthrough

Complete walkthrough for the Sentinel's Gaze optional dungeon in Darksiders 2, including puzzles, combat, and collectible locations.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Enter Sentinel's Gaze and descend the spiral staircase. Wallrun to a pole, slide down, and wallrun left to find a chest. Return to the pole, wallrun right, and continue to the bottom of the stairs. Enter the door.
  2. 2
    Follow the bridge east, clearing skeletons. Find a Boatman’s Coin on the northeastern side. Return to the central structure, climb the handhold on the right of the curved face, and follow the platforming to a balcony with yellow crystals. Enter Soul Splitter mode.
  3. 3
    With clone 1, drop down to the room below. In the northwestern corner, find a door blocked by a yellow crystal. Climb the handhold to the right of the doorway to find a bomb plant on the roof. Look right of the brazier for a Relic of Etu-Goth. Drop down, use the relic on the crystal, and grab the chest. Climb back to the roof, grab another bomb. Stand in the corner closest to your body on the balcony. Have clone 2 death grip the bomb across the gap and toss it at the crystals.
  4. 4
    Return to normal mode and climb to the top. Shoot the crystal on the giant statue to the west for a Stone of Power. Opposite, find a room guarded by yellow crystals. Enter Soul Splitter mode again. Send clone 1 to the bomb plant in the same corner as before. With clone 2, look left of the crystal-blocked doorway for a hole in the wall and a debris slope. Stand on the building corner closest to clone 1 and use Death Grip to grab the bomb and pull it up. Detonate the crystals and exit Soul Splitter.
  5. 5
    Enter the room and grab the chest. Drop down the hole behind it to enter Boneriven.
Tips
  • Utilize Soul Splitter and Death Grip effectively to solve environmental puzzles and access new areas.
  • Be prepared for combat encounters with skeletons and other enemies throughout the dungeon.
  • Look for hidden chests and collectibles like Boatman's Coins and Relics of Etu-Goth.

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