How many tries does 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?

anyway, the best way to fight them 1vs2 (especially in NG) is to kill ornstein first and use pillars to keep smough away. you must keep them both on the screen all the time. when smough goes around a pillar, run behind another one (don't stay close to it because he can hit you through them).
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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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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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Can you kill both Ornstein and Smough at the same time?

They are two of the most formidable bosses in the game. Not only do you have to fight both of them at the same time, but the difficulty ramps up by phase two, and the rewards you earn depend on whoever you kill last​​​​​.
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yo how many times did it take for you to beat ornstein and smough?

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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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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What is Ornstein weak to?

Smough is particularly weak to fire, and Ornstein isn't much of a fan of it either. Lightning based magic will not work well here, and the various Soul Arrows can do some damage, but you will need quite a few shots to drop these bosses.
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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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What do you get for killing Ornstein and Smough?

If Smough is defeated first, Ornstein suddenly grows to immense size while retaining his former speed. When the second boss is defeated, the player can purchase the armor of that boss, and in Ornstein's case, obtains the Leo Ring.
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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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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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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 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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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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Does bleed work on Ornstein?

Bleed is exceptionally effective against Smough (not so much against Ornstein) and a fast weapon such as Priscilla's Dagger or Gold Tracer (DLC) can keep him staggered as long as you have stamina.
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Is Ornstein Dragon Slayer armor?

Whether the Dragonslayer is Ornstein himself or an impostor is unknown. The Dragonslayer Armour takes obvious inspiration behind Ornstein; aside from visual similarities between the two (including the two both possessing a red plume), the Dragonslayer Armour utilizes lightning in some of its attacks.
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Are Ornstein and Smough brothers?

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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Is Ornstein and Smough optional?

Of all the fights, it's a fact that O & S are mandatory. Super Ornstein IS Dark Souls. Official GRIM GREATAXE of the Dark Souls II Board. Of all the fights, it's a fact that O & S are mandatory.
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Can you bleed Ornstein and Smough?

Some bosses do are susceptible to bleed damage, yes. Bleed is like Poison in that it has to build up before being inflicted, but once it has, it does make certain boss fights a lot easier. Out of the Ornstein and Smough boss fight, only Smough is susceptible to bleed damage.
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What can Ornstein's spear do?

Description. Cross spear associated with Ornstein the Dragonslayer. A weapon of the gods imbued with the strength of lightning. Two-handed thrust utilizes the support of the cross and requires great might, but can pierce deep into the flesh of dragons, and send mere men flying.
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How many dragon scales does it take to make dragon armor?

To craft Dragon armor (including a shield), you'll need a total of 12 dragon scales and 6 dragon bones; this figure goes up if you decide you want to make weapons or scaled armor as well. Dragons drop 1 to 3 of both scales and bones when they die.
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How do you kill Ornstein last?

Tips on killing Ornstein last
  1. Keep Ornstein either behind a column or behind Smough. ...
  2. Try to trigger the butt bump and hammer slams for free hits.
  3. Do not attack if Ornstein is immediately behind Smough.
  4. Smough's charge is impossible to dodge or block. ...
  5. The viewpoint is the real enemy.
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