Vanquishing the Bone Brigade: A Guide to Skeletons in the Nito Fight

So, you’re staring down the abyss into Gravelord Nito’s lair, and those pesky skeletons just won’t stay down? You’re not alone. Getting rid of them is key to victory. The most effective and permanent way to deal with the skeletons in the Gravelord Nito boss fight is to use a divine weapon. These weapons prevent the skeletons from resurrecting, making the fight significantly easier. Let’s delve into the nuances of banishing those bony foes once and for all.

Understanding the Skeletal Threat

Before diving into specifics, it’s crucial to understand what makes these skeletons so persistent. Nito’s power allows him to continuously resurrect them, creating a seemingly endless wave of bony attackers. This constant pressure makes it difficult to focus on Nito himself, leading to frustration and, ultimately, defeat.

The Divine Solution: Weapons of the Gods

What Makes a Weapon Divine?

A divine weapon in Dark Souls isn’t just any ordinary blade. It’s a weapon that has been upgraded using a specific upgrade path, imbuing it with holy power. This power is what prevents the skeletons from reforming after being defeated. Weapons with inherent Divine properties are also viable, but they are rarer.

How to Obtain a Divine Weapon

• Upgrading Weapons: The most common method is to upgrade a standard weapon along the divine path using a blacksmith like Andrei. This requires specific embers and titanite.
• Unique Divine Weapons: There are a few unique weapons that naturally possess divine properties, such as Astora’s Straight Sword, the Greatsword of Artorias (though the true greatsword is not a divine weapon), Crescent Axe, Silver Knight Spear, and Grant. These weapons inherently prevent skeleton resurrection without requiring upgrades.
• Occult Club: It is also possible to acquire the Occult Club and revert it back to a Divine +5 Club.

Utilizing Your Divine Weapon

Once you have your divine weapon, simply attack the skeletons with it. Each time you defeat a skeleton with your divine weapon, it will be permanently destroyed, significantly reducing the number of enemies you need to deal with.

Alternative Strategies (If Divine Weapons Aren’t Your Style)

While divine weapons are the most straightforward solution, other strategies can help you manage the skeletons, though they don’t eliminate them permanently.

Stealth and Positioning

By utilizing the Slumbering Dragoncrest Ring and the Fog Ring, you can minimize the number of skeletons that aggro onto you. Staying near the entrance and around the central pillar will also help limit the number of skeletons you have to fight at once.

Ranged Attacks

Employing a bow or crossbow with a substantial amount of ammunition can allow you to chip away at Nito’s health from a distance while keeping your distance from the skeletons.

Focus Fire

If you don’t have a divine weapon, prioritize taking down Nito as quickly as possible, even with the skeletons present. High damage output and aggressive tactics can sometimes be enough to overwhelm him before the skeletons become too much to handle.

FAQs: Skeletons and the Gravelord

H3: What if I don’t have a divine weapon before the Nito fight?

If you lack a divine weapon, quickly backtrack to Andrei in the Undead Parish and forge one. Farming for titanite shards may be needed, so visit the Games Learning Society to discover new strategies.

H3: Can I summon help for the Nito fight?

Yes, you can summon other players for assistance. Their divine weapons can significantly aid in skeleton management.

H3: Does Pyromancy affect the skeletons?

Yes, Pyromancy can kill the skeletons, but it does not prevent them from respawning unless you also use a divine weapon.

H3: Can I use the Dragon Head Stone to permanently kill skeletons in Nito’s arena?

No, the Dragon Head Stone method only works in areas like the Catacombs where Necromancers are present.

H3: Is the Occult Club a good choice for the Nito fight?

Yes, if reverted to a Divine +5 Club, it’s an excellent choice due to its divine property and blunt damage.

H3: Do all skeletons in Dark Souls respawn?

No. Those in the Catacombs respawn because of Necromancers. Defeating the Necromancers prevents their skeletons from resurrecting.

H3: Will the skeletons stop respawning if I kill Nito?

Yes, once Nito is defeated, his ability to resurrect the skeletons is removed, and they will remain dead.

H3: Is the Gravelord Sword any good against skeletons?

While the Gravelord Sword inflicts high damage, it does not prevent resurrection unless the skeletons are first defeated with a divine weapon.

H3: What stats should I focus on for a divine weapon build?

Focus on Faith, as it scales directly with the divine upgrade path, increasing the weapon’s damage output.

H3: Are there any specific armors that help in the Nito fight?

Armor with high physical and poison resistance is beneficial. The Gravelord Sword can inflict poison, so reducing that effect is crucial.

H3: How important is dodging in the Nito fight?

Dodging is essential. Learning to dodge Nito’s attacks and the skeletons’ strikes will improve your survivability immensely.

H3: Can I join the Gravelord covenant after killing Nito?

No, you cannot join the Gravelord covenant after killing Nito.

H3: What’s the easiest way to reach Nito’s boss room?

The most straightforward path involves navigating the Catacombs and using the coffin ride after defeating the Pinwheel boss.

H3: What other enemies are in Nito’s boss area?

Aside from the skeletons, Nito is the only other enemy. However, his Gravelord Sword Dance attack can be devastating.

H3: Can I use a humanity to make the fight easier?

Using humanity to kindle the bonfire near Nito will give you more Estus flasks, increasing your survivability during the fight.

Conquering the Catacombs King

Defeating Gravelord Nito requires strategy and preparation. Equipping a divine weapon is the best approach to permanently eliminate the skeletons, allowing you to focus on the boss himself. Whether you choose to craft a divine weapon or utilize an alternative strategy, understanding the mechanics of the fight will ultimately lead to your victory. Happy hunting, and may the flames guide thee!