How to Get Sweet Revenge on Lautrec in Dark Souls Remastered
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The treacherous knight, Lautrec of Carim, is a character many Dark Souls players love to hate. His actions, particularly the murder of Anastacia of Astora, the mute Fire Keeper at Firelink Shrine, are a source of immense frustration and a primary driver for revenge. If you’re looking to settle the score and reclaim the Fire Keeper’s soul, here’s your guide to exacting vengeance on Lautrec.
How to Get Revenge on Lautrec
The path to revenge against Lautrec is not immediate but rather a multi-stage process:
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Freeing Lautrec (Optional, but Recommended):
- Lautrec is initially imprisoned in a cell in the Undead Parish, accessible after defeating the Taurus Demon.
- Find the cell key on a nearby rooftop and unlock his cell.
- Speaking to him after freeing him will earn you a Sunlight Medal. This isn’t essential for revenge but is helpful if you’re going for the platinum trophy.
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Lautrec at Firelink Shrine:
- Whether you free him or not, Lautrec will eventually appear at Firelink Shrine, sitting near Anastacia.
- He will remain there until either both Bells of Awakening have been rung or you have obtained the Fire Keeper Souls from Undead Parish and Blighttown, whichever happens first.
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The Murder of Anastacia:
- Once either of the above triggers occur, Lautrec murders Anastacia, disabling the Firelink Shrine bonfire.
- This is the primary motivation for revenge. The next step can only occur after this has happened.
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The Black Eye Orb:
- After Anastacia’s death, you will find the Black Eye Orb in her cell.
- This is your key to invading Lautrec’s world.
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Invading Lautrec in Anor Londo:
- Proceed to Anor Londo, specifically the large hall outside of the Ornstein and Smough boss room.
- The Black Eye Orb will vibrate, indicating that Lautrec is in range.
- Use the Black Eye Orb from your inventory to initiate the invasion.
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The Showdown:
- You will invade Lautrec’s world as a dark spirit and face him along with two other NPC allies, usually one of the Elite Knights of Carim and an ally using Miracles. This battle can be difficult if you are not prepared, but you have a significant advantage in being able to heal while in his world.
- Once you defeat Lautrec, you will recover the Fire Keeper Soul and claim his soul.
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The Loot:
- Lautrec will drop a Souvenir of Reprisal, Humanity and his unique Ring of Favor and Protection.
- His armor set is located on a balcony accessible through the building after the Ornstein & Smough fight, which can be acquired later.
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Restoring the Firelink Bonfire:
- Return to Firelink Shrine and use the recovered Fire Keeper Soul to restore Anastacia’s spirit.
- This will relight the Firelink Bonfire and allow you to level up there again.
Alternative Method: Preventing the Murder
It is possible to prevent Lautrec from killing Anastacia, though it cuts off his unique questline:
- You can kick him off the cliff in Firelink Shrine before he commits the murder. While this might give a temporary feeling of satisfaction and prevent the bonfire from going out, it deprives you of his unique armor set and Ring of Favor and Protection later in the game.
- You can attempt to kill him outright when he is in Firelink, but Lautrec is a capable and strong foe. If you can succeed, this will prevent the murder and still allow you to collect some of his equipment. However, this is much harder to accomplish, and should only be attempted by skilled players.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What do you get for killing Lautrec?
Killing Lautrec in his world in Anor Londo after invading him with the Black Eye Orb will reward you with the Fire Keeper Soul (used to revive the Firelink Shrine Fire Keeper), the Ring of Favor and Protection, a Souvenir of Reprisal and some Humanity. You can also obtain his armor set in a separate location after this battle.
2. Should I kill Lautrec before he kills the firekeeper?
While you can kick him off the cliff in Firelink Shrine to prevent the murder, it’s generally not recommended for a first playthrough. Waiting to invade him in Anor Londo will give you more rewards such as his unique ring and his armor set, in addition to allowing you to progress his questline, which is the intended progression for his character arc.
3. Does killing Lautrec before the murder permanently prevent the bonfire from going out?
No, kicking Lautrec off the cliff only temporarily prevents the bonfire from going out. He will not respawn until you get past Anor Londo. He can still be found at his location outside of the Ornstein & Smough Boss room, and you will still have to kill him there to reclaim the Fire Keeper Soul and receive his ring and armor set.
4. How do I get Lautrec’s armor?
Lautrec’s armor set is located in Anor Londo. After defeating Lautrec, proceed to the balcony accessible through the building after the Ornstein & Smough fight. It will be there for collection.
5. Can I revive Lautrec?
No, Lautrec cannot be revived. The soul you get from killing him is not used for resurrecting him.
6. What happens if I don’t free Lautrec from his cell?
If you don’t free Lautrec, he will free himself eventually after you’ve defeated the Gargoyles and rung the first Bell of Awakening. The events that follow will not be impacted by whether or not you set him free initially.
7. Where is the Black Eye Orb?
The Black Eye Orb is located on the ground within Anastacia’s cell at Firelink Shrine, after she has been murdered.
8. When should I invade Lautrec?
You can invade Lautrec when the Black Eye Orb vibrates in the large hall outside the Ornstein and Smough boss room in Anor Londo.
9. Can I summon both Solaire and Lautrec?
Yes, you can summon both Solaire and Lautrec for certain fights. If you speak to Lautrec in Firelink Shrine after saving him from his cell but before defeating the Gargoyles, his summon sign will appear near Solaire’s before the boss fight in Undead Parish.
10. Is Lautrec evil?
Lautrec is often considered an antagonist due to his actions. He is characterized as a psychopath obsessed with power, willing to manipulate and murder those who get in his way, such as the firekeeper.
11. Can you invade Lautrec multiple times?
Yes, the Black Eye Orb can be used multiple times until you successfully defeat Lautrec.
12. Why does Lautrec disappear from Firelink Shrine?
Lautrec disappears from Firelink Shrine after you have either rung both Bells of Awakening, or after acquiring the Fire Keeper Souls from Undead Parish and Blighttown, whichever happens first. It is at this point that he kills Anastacia.
13. Is Lautrec needed for the platinum trophy?
No, Lautrec is not required for the platinum trophy. While you can obtain a Souvenir of Reprisal from killing him, which you need ten of to get a miracle for the platinum trophy, they can be acquired through other methods and are not exclusive to his fight.
14. Who killed the Fire Keeper?
Lautrec kills the Fire Keeper, Anastacia of Astora, at Firelink Shrine, not Undead Parish.
15. Does Solaire go hollow in every playthrough?
No. If you do not take the appropriate steps (which involve killing a specific chaos bug in Lost Izalith), then he will go hollow, however this is only if you do not kill a specific chaos bug in Lost Izalith and thus is avoidable.
By following these steps, you can ensure that you exact your revenge on Lautrec, reclaim the Fire Keeper’s soul, and restore the Firelink Shrine bonfire to its former glory, as well as secure the unique loot that he provides. Remember, patience and careful planning are key to success in the world of Dark Souls.