Missable Trophies & How to Get Them
Demon's Souls is notorious for its missable trophies, requiring players to be meticulous in their approach to NPC quests, World Tendency, and item acquisition. Missing even one crucial step can lock you out of a trophy until your next playthrough. This guide details how to avoid these pitfalls.
The most prominent missable trophies are tied to the questlines of Ostrava, Prince of Boletaria, and Saint Urbain. Ostrava's questline, which can lead to the "King's Order" trophy (requiring his full armor set), must be completed across multiple worlds. If Ostrava dies at any point, or if you progress too far without aiding him, his questline can be permanently cut short for that playthrough. Ensure you help him whenever you encounter him, especially when he's in danger.
Saint Urbain's questline is crucial for the "Miracle Worker" trophy (requiring all miracles). You must follow him through his journey, ensuring he learns all available miracles. This often involves specific actions in different worlds and protecting him from harm. If he dies before learning all his miracles, or if you miss certain encounters, you'll need another playthrough.
World Tendency also plays a significant role. Trophies related to acquiring specific items or accessing certain areas are often locked behind Pure White or Pure Black World Tendency. For example, obtaining the "Northern Regalia" weapon requires specific actions related to World Tendency and defeating certain bosses. If you shift the Tendency away from the required state before obtaining these items, they may become inaccessible.
Here's a breakdown of key missable trophies and how to approach them:
- King's Order: Complete Ostrava's questline and collect his full armor set. Always help him when he's in trouble.
- Miracle Worker: Complete Saint Urbain's questline and learn all available miracles. Follow him closely and protect him.
- All Spells: Learn all Sorceries. This involves NPC quests and boss soul conversions.
- Northern Regalia: Requires specific World Tendency manipulation and boss soul combinations.
It is highly recommended to consult a comprehensive trophy guide that details the exact steps and locations for each missable trophy. Planning your progression, especially regarding World Tendency and NPC interactions, is paramount to achieving 100% trophy completion without unnecessary replays.