Why is Aldia a Blob?
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Aldia’s transformation into a blob-like creature is a result of his numerous experiments to free the kingdom of Drangleic from the undead curse, which ultimately led to his deformation into a monstrosity composed of fire, witchtree branches, and a glowing red eye. This transformation is a pivotal aspect of his character development, showcasing the consequences of delving too deep into the mysteries of the universe, and it is not a result of him becoming the Ancient Dragon, as initially thought.
Introduction to Aldia
Aldia, also known as the Scholar of the First Sin, is a significant character in the Dark Souls II universe, playing the role of the secondary antagonist and the elder brother of King Vendrick.
Aldia’s Backstory
Aldia’s story is deeply intertwined with the lore of Drangleic and the undead curse that afflicts it. His experiments, though well-intentioned, led to his transformation, making him a unique and formidable entity in the Dark Souls universe.
FAQs
1. What does Aldia want?
Aldia seeks to free Drangleic from the undead curse, driven by a desire to understand and potentially undo the First Sin that led to the cycle of light and dark and the fleeting form of humanity.
2. What is Aldia weak to?
Aldia is weak to Magic and Lightning, but has substantial resistance to Dark and Fire, making him a challenging opponent who requires strategic planning to defeat.
3. Is Aldia the final boss?
Aldia can appear as a final boss under specific conditions, after Nashandra’s defeat, if the player has met him in previous locations and defeated Vendrick.
4. Where does Aldia spawn?
Aldia’s initial spawn location can vary, including Black Gulch if all primal bonfires were lit before the 1.10 patch, and he moves to the first bonfire in the Undead Crypt after exhausting his dialogue.
5. Do I say yes to Aldia?
Choosing “Yes” when Aldia asks if you desire peace will lead to a specific outcome, where the Scholar disappears after the dialogue concludes.
6. Was Aldia once the Lord of Light?
Aldia references the Lord of Light in his dialogue, discussing how the Lord of Sunlight expelled Dark, but there’s no indication he was the Lord of Light himself.
7. Does Aldia not give souls?
Aldia is soulless, having gone beyond the concepts of Light, Dark, life, and Death, which is why he does not drop a soul upon defeat.
8. Is Aldia in the original DS2?
Yes, Aldia is present in the base game of Dark Souls 2, not exclusive to the Scholar of the First Sin edition, as he was patched into the original version.
9. Can I still fight Aldia after killing Nashandra?
It is possible to fight Aldia after Nashandra’s defeat by using a Bonfire Ascetic at the Throne of Want, but Vendrick must be defeated first.
10. What is the hardest DS2 fight?
The Fume Knight, found in the Crown of the Old Iron King DLC, is considered one of the most difficult bosses in Dark Souls 2, due to his unique and challenging attack patterns.
11. Can you do DLC after Aldia?
DLCs can be accessed both before and after beating Nashandra or Aldia, offering flexibility in how players approach the game’s content.
12. Is King Vendrick optional?
King Vendrick is an optional boss located at the bottom of the Undead Crypt, who can be ignored unless the player chooses to engage him.
13. What happens after you beat Aldia?
Defeating Aldia allows the player to abandon the Throne of Want, potentially rejecting the Age of Fire or Dark and paving the way for a new path, distinct from the traditional endings.
14. How do I speak to Aldia?
To engage with Aldia, the player must find and speak to him three times in different locations, including the last primal bonfire, the first bonfire in the Undead Crypt, and the final one in the Dragon Shrine, choosing “Yes” to his question during the third conversation.
15. Why is Aldia called Scholar of the First Sin?
Aldia is called the Scholar of the First Sin because he seeks to understand and perhaps rectify the First Sin, which he believes to be the expulsion of Darkness by the Lord of Sunlight, leading to the cycle of light and dark and humanity’s fleeting form.