Doors of Pharros - Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin | AntMag

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Walkthrough

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Begin in the Doors of Pharros, sticking to single attacks and maintaining a defensive stance to counter enemy attacks, as enemies here are difficult to stun.
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Defeat the large elephant enemy, then proceed towards the stairs and defeat the enemy that ambushes you.
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Collect the Prism Stones from the corner. Warning: Do not open the chest in the water; it is a Mimic enemy.
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If you choose to fight the Mimic chest, strike it with a heavy attack. Be prepared for its fast, scuttling motion and powerful jaws, which are difficult to deal with in water.
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Light the bonfire ahead. It is advised not to fight the Mimic while other enemies are active nearby.
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Proceed through the narrow gap in the water to find a bonfire. Light it.
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Enter the opening shaped like a monster's mouth and defeat the canine creature and the subsequent enemy.
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The larger foe swings its weapon slowly but can perform multiple attacks before pausing. Wait until the attack pattern is completely finished before counter-attacking.
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After defeating both enemies, you will be invaded by Bowman Guthry. He uses crossbows and is less of a threat in melee.
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Bowman Guthry telegraphs his ranged attacks by raising his crossbow. Attack him to prevent him from healing with his Estus Flask.
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Upon defeating Bowman Guthry, loot the Royal Swordsman Armor.
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Go to the far-right corner of the room to collect Amber Herbs.
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Take the door on the far left to find a balcony above. Loot the Torch and Gyrm Axe.
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Experiment with the Pharros Lockstone contraptions; some open doors revealing enemies or items.
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Return to the previous level, cross the water, and take the door on the opposite side.
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Defeat the pair of rats that attack upon entering.
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Climb the ladder on the far side.
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Collect the Soul of a Proud Knight and Twisted Barricade from the item on your left.
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Defeat the enemy ahead, then the next enemy further along the path.
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Shortly after the second enemy, spikes will appear along the wall on your right. An enemy above activates this trap, which is short-lived.
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As soon as the spikes retract, quickly run past the trap and defeat the enemy in the alcove on your right.
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Warning: Opening the chest found here will release a poison blast.
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If you can mitigate the poison, open the chest to find a Petrified Dragon Bone and Titanite Chunk.

Tips

Enemies in Doors of Pharros are difficult to stun, so prioritize single attacks followed by defensive maneuvers.
The Mimic chest in the water is particularly challenging due to its speed and the watery environment.
Bowman Guthry can heal himself with his Estus Flask, so prioritize dealing damage quickly.
Some Pharros Lockstone contraptions may reveal enemies or useful items.
The spike trap is activated by an enemy and has a short duration, requiring quick movement.

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