Undead Burg

Undead Burg (城下不死街) is a Location in Dark Souls. It is accessible via Firelink Shrine, and leads to the Undead Parish

Information

The Undead Burg is an early-game area that introduces players to a variety of enemy types and gameplay mechanics. It serves as a path to several key areas, including the Taurus Demon boss, Black Knight encounters, several merchants.

Area Bosses

Mandatory

Enemies

Black Knight:
Havel the Rock:

Merchants

Male Undead Merchant:

Items

General Items:
Weapons and Shields:
Rings:
Consumables:

Walkthrough

  1. Starting Path:
    • Begin at Firelink Shrine, ascending the stairs to the right.
    • Clear the Hollow Soldiers as you proceed toward the aqueduct.
  2. Entering Undead Burg:
    • Cross through the aqueduct and into the Undead Burg.
    • The path diverges:
      • Lower Route: Leads to consumables and minor items.
      • Upper Route: Leads to progression.
    • Take the upper route, clearing Hollow Soldiers with crossbows and swords.
  3. First Bonfire:
    • Enter the building near the crossbow Hollows to find the first bonfire.
    • This bonfire will serve as a key checkpoint for most of your exploration in this area. Kindle it early for increased Estus Flask charges.

From the Bonfire to the Taurus Demon

  1. Hollow Ambushes:
    • Move up the staircase from the bonfire and deal with Hollows waiting in ambush.
    • Check the area near the spear-wielding Hollows to find the merchant.
  2. Narrow Path to the Battlements:
    • Progress through the narrow streets filled with multiple enemies.
    • Use firebombs or lure enemies out to prevent being overwhelmed.
    • Loot the area for the Black Firebombs from a chest and other consumables.
  3. Path to the Boss:
    • At the spiral staircase, choose:
      • Lower Route: Leads to the Black Knight, guarding the Blue Tearstone Ring.
      • Upper Route: Leads to the Taurus Demon boss fog gate.
    • Clear enemies on the spiral staircase and ascend to reach the fog gate.

The Taurus Demon

  1. Preparation:
    • Eliminate the two crossbow Hollows atop the nearby tower before entering the fog gate.
    • Buff your weapon with Gold Pine Resin for increased damage (optional).
  2. Battle Strategy:
    • Lure the Taurus Demon to the center of the bridge.
    • Climb the ladder to the tower, and perform plunging attacks for significant damage.
    • After the attack, retreat to a safe distance or circle around to repeat the process.
  3. Victory:
    • Defeating the Taurus Demon unlocks access to the bridge guarded by the Hellkite Drake.

Covenants

Warrior of Sunlight:

Shortcuts

Bonfire Shortcut

Hellkite Drake Bridge Bypass

Watchtower Shortcut to Havel’s Tower

Soul Farming

The Hellkite Drake can be used to farm souls by baiting its flame attack to burn nearby enemies. This method yields 555 souls per cycle and is a safe way to level up early.

Notes

Trivia


Revision #17
Created 19 November 2024 04:21:41 by jade
Updated 16 December 2024 17:22:01 by jade