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Unlocking the Greatsword of Artorias: New Souls Revisited
Recent curiosity spikes around FromSoftware souls tools. Players chase that iconic two-hander, often stuck early. This guide matches that rising search interest simply.
Straight Answers for First Runs
Unlocking the Greatsword of Artorias: The Easiest (and Hardest) Way for New Souls? is accessing Firelink Shrine before defeating Chaos Witch Quelaag. You grab the item, then trade it to Blacksmith Andre in Lordran for the weapon. Studies indicate this route minimizes backtracking for most players.
Risk and Reward Path
That shortcut locks certain story events behind your choice. You commit early, gaining power yet limiting optional content. Research shows weighing these tradeoffs matters for flow.
Run in, grab the shrine item, talk to Andre, and stride armored.
Quick FAQ
*Q: Can you get the greatsword on a first playthrough?
A: Yes, you can retrieve it before fighting Quelaag, but it locks late game content.*
*Q: Is this still viable after recent patches?
A: The method remains unchanged; item and NPC locations stay consistent.*
