How to Upgrade Weapons Above 5 in Dark Souls 1

To upgrade weapons above +5 in Dark Souls 1, you need to follow a specific process that involves using Large Embers and Very Large Embers to ascend your weapon, allowing you to reinforce it further to a maximum of +15. The process starts by reinforcing your weapon to +5 using a bonfire or a blacksmith, then acquiring a Large Ember to modify it to +6, after which you can continue reinforcing it to +10, and finally, with a Very Large Ember, you can ascend it further to +15.

Understanding the Upgrade Process

Initial Upgrades

Upgrading your weapon from +0 to +5 in Dark Souls 1 is relatively straightforward, using the Reinforce Weapon option at any bonfire or through a blacksmith. However, to go beyond +5, you need to modify your weapon using a Large Ember and then a Very Large Ember for higher upgrades.

FAQs

1. How do I upgrade my weapon to +6? You need to acquire a Large Ember and give it to Andre the blacksmith, then use the Modify Equipment option to upgrade your weapon from +5 to +6.

2. Where do I find the Large Ember? The Large Ember can be found in the Depths, in a chest near the first butcher.

3. Can I upgrade any weapon past +5? Yes, any weapon can be upgraded past +5 by following the ascension process with the right emitters.

4. What is the maximum upgrade level for weapons in DS1? The maximum upgrade level for most weapons in Dark Souls 1 is +15.

5. How do I upgrade my weapon from +10 to +11? To upgrade from +10 to +11, you need a Very Large Ember and Titanite Chunks, which are used in the Modify Equipment option at Andre.

6. Where do I find the Very Large Ember? The Very Large Ember is located in New Londo Ruins, accessible after draining the water.

7. Do all weapons require the same materials to upgrade? No, different weapons may require different materials, such as Titanite Shards, Titanite Chunks, or specific Embers for upgrades.

8. Can I upgrade divine weapons? Yes, divine weapons can be upgraded using White Titanite Chunks and require a White Titanite Slab for the final upgrade.

9. How much does it cost to upgrade weapons in DS1? The cost to upgrade weapons varies, typically ranging from 100 to 800 souls per level, depending on the weapon.

10. Why can’t I upgrade my weapon past +5? You likely haven’t acquired a Large Ember or haven’t used it to modify your weapon through Andre.

11. Is it worth upgrading weapons to +15? Upgrading to +15 can be beneficial for higher damage output, but it depends on your playstyle and the weapon’s scaling with your stats.

12. How do I level up my weapon in DS1? Initially, you level up your weapon using Titanite Shards and souls until it reaches +5, then you need to ascend it with Embers.

13. Can you upgrade the Claymore past +10? Yes, the Claymore can be upgraded past +10 by acquiring a Very Large Ember and using Titanite Chunks.

14. What is the best class to start with in DS1 for weapon upgrades? The Pyromancer class is recommended for beginners as it offers a balance of strength and pyromancy.

15. Do weapons scale with stats in DS1? Yes, weapons in Dark Souls 1 scale with STR (Strength) and DEX (Dexterity) stats, represented by letters S to E, indicating the level of scaling.