New Game+ in Demon's Souls offers a fresh challenge, but careful preparation is key. Boss Souls, for instance, are unique drops obtained once per playthrough and are crucial for crafting powerful Weapons or learning Magic and Miracles. Consider how to best utilize these resources before starting a new cycle.
Boss Soul Utilization
Demon's Souls are obtained from defeated named bosses. It is generally advisable not to consume these souls, especially on a first playthrough. Instead, they can be used for:
- Weapon Upgrades: Blacksmith Ed can use Demon's Souls to create unique weapons. He requires the Red Hot Demon's Soul before he can upgrade weapons with other Demon's Souls.
- Learning Spells: Sage Freke, Yuria, The Witch, and Saint Urbain can teach you Magic spells and Miracles using Demon's Souls.
Boss Difficulty in New Game+
Boss difficulty is influenced by several factors:
- Equipment: Your Weapons and Armor play a significant role.
- Spells: Magic and Miracles can drastically alter combat effectiveness.
- Tactics: Your approach, whether head-on or hit-and-run, impacts the fight.
- Character Form: In Body Form, you have full health and two ring slots. In Soul Form, you may inflict slightly more damage.
- Phantoms: Bosses gain more HP with each phantom aiding you (up to two).