Sword of Night and Flame — Early Game

S-Tier Intelligence/Faith Build • Early Game Variant

The Sword of Night and Flame can be obtained very early by rushing to Caria Manor in Liurnia. This variant covers the speed-run path to get this powerful weapon as soon as possible.

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Stat Distribution (Level 40)

  • Vigor: 22
  • Mind: 20
  • Endurance: 12
  • Strength: 12
  • Dexterity: 12
  • Intelligence: 24
  • Faith: 24
  • Arcane: 9

Equipment Changes

  • Weapon: Sword of Night and Flame — Available from Caria Manor as early as level 30-40
  • Staff/Seal: Meteorite Staff or Finger Seal — Backup ranged option while leveling both Int and Faith

Strategy & Tips

  • Rush through Stormveil (or skip via cliff path) to reach Liurnia
  • Navigate to Caria Manor in northwest Liurnia
  • Find SoNaF in a chest behind Caria Manor's ramparts
  • The weapon needs only 12 Str, 12 Dex, 24 Int, 24 Faith
  • Split your level-ups evenly between Int and Faith
  • The night comet (L2>R1) melts bosses; the fire sweep (L2>R2) clears groups