# Iron Flesh

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![]()### In-Game Description

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*Pyromancy of Carmina, who harnessed the power  
of flame to actualize the inner-self.  
Iron flesh boosts defense and resilience.*

*Use of this pyromancy requires caution,  
as the caster becomes exceedingly heavy  
and unable to move freely.*

### Availability

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- Sold by Laurentius in Firelink Shrine.

### General Information

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<table><tr><th>MagAdj Modifier</th><th>Uses</th><th>Duration</th><th>Dex Reduction</th><th>Stats Needed</th><th>Slot Cost</th><th>NPC Trainer</th><th>Training Cost</th></tr><tr><td>0/0/0/0</td><td>3</td><td>30 seconds</td><td>0 frames</td><td>-</td><td>1 Attunement Slot</td><td>Laurentius of the Great Swamp</td><td>2,000 Souls</td></tr></table>

- Turns caster's body to that of solid metal: 
    - Cuts physical damage by 40% and raises Lightning damage by 45%, no effect on fire defense
    - Gains Deflection effect, with a value of 65
    - Disables/reduces running and dodging as if over encumbered

- It is recommended to wear heavy armor while using this, as you will already be over encumbered, so heavy armor will only help

- Counts as personal buff. Cannot stack with these items/spells:  
    Bountiful Sunlight, Chameleon, Elizabeth's Mushroom, Flash Sweat, Great Magic Barrier, Green Blossom, Hidden Body, Hush, Karmic Justice, Magic Barrier, Power Within, Replenishment, Transient Curse,

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