Where to Find Greirat’s Body in Dark Souls 3: A Comprehensive Guide
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Greirat of the Undead Settlement is a valuable NPC in Dark Souls 3, offering essential items and services to the Ashen One. However, his questline is complex and can easily lead to his untimely demise. The question of where his body is located after his death is a common one, with different answers depending on the specific circumstances.
Locating Greirat’s Remains
The location of Greirat’s dead body depends entirely on which of his scavenging trips led to his death. He embarks on three such expeditions, and each possible demise places his corpse in a distinct location:
- Irithyll of the Boreal Valley: If you send Greirat to scavenge in Irithyll of the Boreal Valley and fail to follow the necessary steps to protect him, his body will be found amongst the sewer centipedes near the Distorted Iudex bonfire in the Irithyll sewer system. Search thoroughly through the narrow passages and inspect every corpse.
- Lothric Castle: If he dies during his final scavenging run in Lothric Castle, his body will be located on the rooftops outside the Grand Archives. You’ll need to navigate carefully to the rooftop area where you encounter several Winged Knights. His body will be lying near the edge of the roof, often partially obscured.
Common Scenarios Leading to Greirat’s Death
Understanding how Greirat dies is crucial to knowing where to look for his body. His death usually occurs due to a lack of intervention or choosing the wrong dialogue options. Here’s a breakdown:
Death in Irithyll
This is the most common scenario. To prevent this, you MUST either send Siegward of Catarina to Irithyll (having completed his questline up to that point) or have Patches protect him. Note that completing either of these safeguards will save Greirat. Sending Greirat to Irithyll without either Siegward or Patches’ protection is a death sentence.
- Siegward’s Protection: If Siegward is in Irithyll, he will rescue Greirat. Siegward must be in the kitchen area of Irithyll before you send Greirat out to scavenge.
- Patches’ Protection: If you choose to tell Patches where Greirat went, he will offer to save him. This requires Patches to be at Firelink Shrine and have sold you the Catarina Armor set. After Greirat returns successfully from his first scavenging trip, Patches will ask about him. Choose to tell him where Greirat went (Irithyll), and Patches will lock himself in Firelink Shrine, pretending to have been attacked. After progressing the game a bit, return to Firelink Shrine, speak with Patches, and Greirat will return.
Death in Lothric Castle
This outcome is less frequent, as it requires Greirat to survive his Irithyll expedition. If he makes it to Lothric Castle, sending him to scavenge will almost certainly result in his death. There is no way to protect him on this final trip. He simply ventures out and perishes.
Retrieving Greirat’s Ashes
Regardless of where Greirat’s body is found, looting it will always yield the Greirat’s Ashes. These ashes are essential for giving to the Handmaid at Firelink Shrine, allowing her to sell Greirat’s inventory, including valuable items such as Exploding Bolts and various types of arrows. Without these ashes, you’ll miss out on a significant portion of the game’s utility items.
Importance of Greirat’s Survival
Keeping Greirat alive offers several advantages:
- Access to Key Items: He sells crucial crafting materials, arrows, bolts, and other consumable items that are incredibly useful throughout the game.
- Weapon Infusion: He becomes capable of selling infusions after obtaining the Coal items, which will be brought to Blacksmith Andre at Firelink Shrine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Greirat
1. What happens if I don’t tell Patches about Greirat’s location?
If you don’t tell Patches where Greirat went, he won’t offer to protect him, and Greirat will die in Irithyll of the Boreal Valley. This also prevents Patches from selling Catarina Armor.
2. Can I revive Greirat after he dies?
No, once Greirat dies, he is permanently gone for that playthrough. You cannot revive him using any in-game mechanics or spells.
3. What should I do first: Send Greirat to scavenge or progress Siegward’s quest?
Progress Siegward’s quest first, up to the point where he is in the kitchen in Irithyll of the Boreal Valley, preparing Estus soup, before sending Greirat to scavenge in that area. If you send Greirat beforehand, you are putting him at risk.
4. Is it worth killing Patches to save Greirat?
Killing Patches doesn’t guarantee Greirat’s survival. While it does allow you to purchase the Catarina Armor Set that Siegward is famous for, the best option is to allow Patches to live, buy the armor, and then let Patches go to Firelink and save Greirat.
5. What items does the Handmaid sell after I give her Greirat’s Ashes?
The Handmaid sells all the items Greirat would have sold, including arrows, bolts, Throwing Knives, Kukri, Firebombs, and other useful consumable items, and coal types necessary for infusions.
6. Can I send Greirat to scavenge in Irithyll after defeating the Pontiff Sulyvahn?
Yes, you can send Greirat to scavenge in Irithyll of the Boreal Valley after defeating Pontiff Sulyvahn, as long as you haven’t already progressed too far in the game or sent him there without proper protection.
7. Does my current level affect Greirat’s scavenging outcome?
No, your character level does not affect the outcome of Greirat’s scavenging trips. His fate is determined by whether you meet the conditions for his survival, namely having either Siegward or Patches protect him.
8. What if I accidentally attack Greirat?
If you accidentally attack Greirat, he will become hostile. You can absolve your sins at the Velka statue in the Undead Settlement to make him friendly again, provided you haven’t killed him already.
9. What happens if I kill Siegward before sending Greirat to Irithyll?
If you kill Siegward before sending Greirat to Irithyll, you will not be able to utilize Siegward’s protection, and you must rely on Patches to save him.
10. Is Greirat’s questline essential for completing the game?
No, Greirat’s questline is not essential for completing the main story of Dark Souls 3. However, his services and inventory provide significant advantages, making his survival highly desirable.
11. Can I send Greirat to Lothric Castle immediately after he returns from Irithyll?
Yes, you can send Greirat to Lothric Castle immediately after he returns from Irithyll of the Boreal Valley, provided you have progressed to Lothric Castle. However, be aware that sending him there will result in his death.
12. Does the difficulty level of the game affect Greirat’s chances of survival?
No, the game’s difficulty level (e.g., New Game+, New Game++) does not affect Greirat’s chances of survival. The same conditions apply regardless of the difficulty.
13. Can I use a Homeward Bone to save Greirat while he’s scavenging?
No, using a Homeward Bone will not affect Greirat’s scavenging trip. His fate is determined by whether you meet the specific conditions to ensure his safety before sending him out.
14. What are the consequences of letting Greirat die in Irithyll or Lothric Castle?
The primary consequence of letting Greirat die is the loss of access to his inventory. You can still purchase his wares from the Handmaid after giving her his ashes, but failing to save him means he dies and you are one step closer to a desolate world.
15. Can I use a summon to help Greirat while he is out scavenging?
No, Greirat scavenges independently. You cannot summon other players or NPCs to assist him during his scavenging trips. His survival depends entirely on whether Siegward or Patches intervene.