How many tries did it take to beat Ornstein and Smough?

I managed to solo the fight after about 7 or 8 tries. I'd help you if I could, but my SL is 87. Don't think I'm within your summoning range, unfortunately. Upgrade Queelag's as high as possible, it's very useful in this fight and generally a good weapon to beat the game.
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What is the easiest way to beat Ornstein and Smough?

Phase one of the Ornstein and Smough fight can arguably be the easiest part, despite facing two enemies at the same time. To ensure you have as little trouble with this phase as possible, circle around the pillars, or wait until they split up and take them on one by one.
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How difficult are Ornstein and Smough?

Although it may not seem like it at first glance, this boss fight is just as fair as the rest of the fights in the series. After enough practice and dedication, even Ornstein and Smough can be overcome by anyone, just like the entirety of bosses in the Dark Souls series.
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Who is better to kill first Ornstein or Smough?

If you are going in solo, it is best to deal with Ornstein first, due to his speed. It is easy to lure him away from Smough and do some damage before the bigger of the two bosses can catch up. Ornstein, when up close relies mainly on melee attacks.
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What level should I be at Ornstein and Smough?

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The average level for Ornstein and Smough is around 40-50 I would say. You might get better chances if you joined the warriors of sunlight covenant.
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Should I summon Solaire For Ornstein and Smough?

You could also use great fireball and fire orb instead of great combustion to keep some distance between yourself and them. Don't summon Solaire, he only makes the fight more difficult. Kill Ornstein first and use the pillars in the room to your advantage when fighting Smough.
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What is Ornstein weak to?

Yes he's weak against fire. Fire - if you are a pyromancer he's a piece of cake. Get close to him and take him down with Combustion/Great Combustion.
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What is the hardest boss in DS1?

Hardest Bosses In Dark Souls, Ranked
  • 8 Gwyn, Lord Of Cinder.
  • 7 Sanctuary Guardian.
  • 6 Four Kings.
  • 5 The Bed Of Chaos.
  • 4 Dragon Slayer Ornstein & Executioner Smough.
  • 3 Manus, Father Of The Abyss.
  • 2 Artorias The Abysswalker.
  • 1 Black Dragon Kalameet.
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Is it easier to kill Ornstein first?

It was a very nasty fight. The 2 strategies I read say that killing Ornstein first is easier. For my run, I found that killing Smough first is easier.
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Can you get Ornstein's armor if you kill him first?

In order for someone to be able to give you a spare set is if they know both your steam download region and your character's level. Otherwise, the only way to get Ornstein's Armor set and the Leo Ring is to kill him second.
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Which is the hardest Souls game boss?

Dragon Slayer Ornstein and Executioner Smough are arguably the most challenging bosses in Souls-likes history.
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What weapon is best for Ornstein and Smough?

Another thing you could try is grabbing the Crystal Halberd from the mimic in the large room leading to the Duke's Archives (on the left, as you head towards the elevator from the first Anor Londo bonfire). It deals decent damage to both bosses - usually more so to Ornstein.
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Why does Ornstein get bigger?

If Ornstein is defeated first, Smough crushes him with his hammer, and gains the power of lightning. If Smough is defeated first, Ornstein suddenly grows to immense size while retaining his former speed.
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Is Ornstein a girl?

Gaping Dragon was created by Seath for the sole purpose of acting as a surrogate mother to give birth to the breasts that would later be known as Gwynevere. Ornstein is actually a female.
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How many times can you summon Solaire?

Solaire can be spoken to multiple times throughout the game. He can also help you fight many tough bosses, a list of which is lower on the page.
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Can you parry Super Ornstein?

Parry, No. Partial Parry, Yes.
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Are Ornstein and Smough friends?

It's often assumed that Ornstein and Smough must have been friends, or at least welcoming to one another. Evidence seems to suggest that they were simply co-workers tasked by Lord Gwyn to work with one another.
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Do you have to kill Gwynevere?

Yes, you can fight Gwyndolin without killing Gwynevere. You just have to step through the fog door where you join the covenant.
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Is Ornstein weak to occult?

Ornstein is weak to occult damage and it would be stronger than your silver knight sword or the divine scimitar in this fight.
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What is the most recognizable boss in Dark Souls?

7 Dark Souls 1: The Gaping Dragon

The Gaping Dragon is one of the most well-known bosses in the entirety of the franchise. Many new players never made it past the Gaping Dragon, so it left the largest impact.
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Is SIF optional in ds1?

How to tackle Great Grey Wolf Sif in Dark Souls. Great Grey Wolf Sif is a mandatory boss in Dark Souls, found as you explore Darkroot Garden, and is required before you attempt to face The Four Kings.
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Are Ornstein and Smough immune to lightning?

Smough is weak to bleed damage in his lightning form. Ornstein is virtually immune to lightning damage and has moderate fire and magic resistance in both normal and large form.
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Is lightning good against Ornstein?

If you have the time and patience I suggest getting another weapon to use against Ornstein as he is very resistant to lightning damage, just plain normal or fire is good against Ornstein.
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Is Ornstein in ds1 an illusion?

The sentinels in dark souls 1 are illusions that can hurt us. They evaporate, and make the same death sound that gwyneveres illusion does when it evaporates.
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