Playing without spirit ashes means every boss has 100% aggro on you. This variant adjusts for survivability and self-sufficiency while maintaining the core bleed strategy.
Stat Distribution (Level 150)
- Vigor: 60 (60 is non-negotiable without summons)
- Mind: 22
- Endurance: 28 (Extra stamina for dodging every attack yourself)
- Strength: 12
- Dexterity: 40
- Intelligence: 18
- Faith: 20
- Arcane: 44
Equipment Changes
- Talisman: Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman — Damage reduction is critical when you can't split aggro
- Flask: 14 Crimson / 0 Cerulean — No summon FP costs; maximize healing flasks
- Physick: Opaline Hardtear + Crimsonburst Crystal Tear — Damage negation + passive HP regen for sustained fights
Strategy & Tips
- Learn boss movesets thoroughly — you cannot rely on summon distractions
- Wait for clear openings; greed will get you killed without a tank
- Keep enough FP for 3-4 Corpse Piler uses, then use regular attacks to conserve
- Dodge INTO boss attacks to end up behind them for safe Corpse Piler windows
- Crimsonburst Tear's passive regen adds up significantly in longer fights
- Consider Bloodhound Step on backup weapon for emergency dodges