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How to Get to Sinner’s Rise Bonfire in Dark Souls 2: A Comprehensive Guide

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Getting to the Sinner’s Rise bonfire in Dark Souls 2 can be a little tricky, especially if you’re new to the game or haven’t explored the Lost Bastille thoroughly. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure you reach this vital checkpoint with ease:

First, you need to have defeated the Ruin Sentinels boss in the Lost Bastille. Once that formidable trio is out of the way, you’ll gain access to the area where the Servant’s Quarters bonfire is located.

Start at the Servant’s Quarters Bonfire: This is your initial starting point. Make sure you’ve rested here and are fully prepared for a bit of exploration.
Ascend the Stairs: From the bonfire, head up the nearby set of stairs.
Navigate the Hallway: At the top of the stairs, you’ll find a hallway. Proceed down this hallway.
Open the Door to the Walkway: At the end of the hallway, you’ll encounter a door. Open it. This leads onto an outdoor walkway.
The Explosive Barrel Trap: This is the key to unlocking the bonfire’s location. You’ll see a sentry with an explosive barrel in front of it, typically positioned at the top of the next staircase.
Trigger the Explosion: To activate the explosive barrel trap, you must attack the sentry using a ranged attack such as an arrow or a throwing knife. The goal is to lure the sentry forward so that it unintentionally pushes the exploding barrel down the stairs.
Dodge the Explosion: As the barrel rolls down the stairs, it’s imperative that you get out of the way quickly.
Reveal the Path: The exploding barrel will destroy the wall at the base of the stairs creating a new area.
Enter the Hidden Room: The newly revealed area will contain a bonfire. It will be on your left inside of a cell. This is the Sinner’s Rise bonfire.
Rest and Replenish: Once you’ve discovered the bonfire, interact with it to rest and replenish your Estus Flasks.

By following these steps, you can safely reach the Sinner’s Rise bonfire and continue your journey through Dark Souls 2.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further guide you on your path through Sinner’s Rise and the surrounding areas:

Where do I go after beating Lost Sinner?

After defeating the Lost Sinner, you should return to Majula. From there, you have a few options to explore further. You can:

Attempt to jump down the large hole in the center of Majula if you have enough health to survive the fall (although this is not recommended at this point in the game).
Proceed along the path to Heide’s Tower of Flame. There you’ll encounter Licia of Lindeldt who can help open a path to a new area.

How do I get to The Lost Bastille bonfire?

The first bonfire you’ll find in the Lost Bastille, the Servant’s Quarters bonfire, is obtained by getting past the Ruin Sentinels boss encounter and then heading through the door next to it. The Sinner’s Rise bonfire you are trying to find can be located using the instructions above.

Where is the Pharros Lockstone in Sinner’s Rise?

Inside Sinner’s Rise, you’ll find a Pharros’ Lockstone by heading back up to the top and entering the last cell on the lower left of the Sinner’s Rise Bonfire. The last cell on the upper right of the bonfire contains a summon sign for Sellsword Luet.

How do I get to Belfry Luna?

To reach Belfry Luna, start at the Servant’s Quarters Bonfire (after defeating the Ruin Sentinel). Head down the ladder next to the bonfire and watch out for the dog lurking behind some barrels. In this location, use a Pharros’ Lockstone. Doing so will open a passage to Belfry Luna.

Is Belfry Sol optional?

Yes, Belfry Sol is an optional area within the Iron Keep. You can access it by activating a Pharros Lockstone within the third main chamber of the Iron Keep. This area is identified by the presence of many knights standing on metal platforms that can be dropped.

What happens if you join the Bell Keeper Covenant?

Joining the Bell Keeper Covenant allows you to invade other players who are trying to access certain bell areas. You’ll receive the Bell Keeper’s Seal ring, granting access to invasions. However, you also risk being invaded by other Bell Keepers. You can still be invaded while a member of the covenant.

Does Doors of Pharros have a boss?

Yes, the Doors of Pharros area features the Royal Rat Authority boss, in addition to other enemies. The area is populated by large, intelligent rats.

How do I get to Huntsman Copse?

To get to Huntsman’s Copse, first speak to Licia of Lindeldt at Heide’s Tower of Flame (after defeating the Dragonrider). Once she has exhausted her dialogue, she will move to Majula. You can find her near the strange contraption by descending the stairs that take you to Heide’s Tower of Flame. Once there you can pay to have her move the contraption which will open the path to Huntsman Copse.

What is a primal bonfire?

Primal Bonfires are special bonfires found after defeating one of the four major bosses holding Great Souls. These bonfires allow you to warp to the throne of want without needing to pass through all of the areas again.

Is there a bonfire in Iron Keep?

Yes, there are multiple bonfires in Iron Keep. The first is found by going down the stairs at the beginning of the bridge. The second is found after killing the Smelter Demon, up some stairs on the opposite side from the boss area entrance.

Does DS2 have fast travel?

Yes, Dark Souls 2 features fast travel. While resting at any bonfire, you can fast travel to any previously lit bonfire. There is no need to travel to a bonfire again in order to be able to teleport to it. You only need to have rested at it once.

Is Ruin Sentinels optional?

The Ruin Sentinels are technically optional, as a Pharros’ Lockstone mechanism accessed early using the Antiquated Key can be used to skip past them. However, skipping them means you can’t access Belfry Luna and other areas locked behind gate mechanisms.

Where do I go after killing asylum demon?

After defeating the Asylum Demon (the first boss of the game), you need to open the gate in front, then go up the steps and after a cutscene you’ll arrive in the Firelink Shrine. This is not a Dark Souls 2 question, but is a very common question for people who are familiar with Dark Souls 1.

Is the Lost Sinner Parryable?

Yes, the Lost Sinner boss is parryable. However, it is not necessary in order to win the fight.

Where is Licia of Lindelt?

Licia of Lindelt is first found in Heide’s Tower of Flame, near the bonfire at the top of the stairs from the Dragonrider boss fight. She moves to Majula after exhausting all dialogue at this location.

By keeping these answers in mind, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate Sinner’s Rise and the wider world of Dark Souls 2 with confidence. Remember to explore thoroughly, stay cautious, and never give up!