Is Valley of Drakes optional?

2 Answers. The Wikidot Dark Souls Wiki lists 4 areas as "optional" - The Great Hollow, Ash Lake and Painted World of Ariamis on the Areas page, plus Valley of Drakes on its own page. (I'd argue Darkroot Basin is also optional, but the border between Darkroot Garden and Darkroot Basin is somewhat blurred.)
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Is Valley of the Drakes required?

Important Tips. There are no requirements for this area and only serves as a connector. It's not worth fighting the drakes unless you are farming Dragon Scales. It's also easy to reach from Firelink Shrine (with the Master Key), so play until you have nothing worth losing and just run for it.
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Which areas are optional in Dark Souls?

This is also the case with many of the areas and non-hostile characters players can experience as well.
  • 10 Taurus Demon. ...
  • 9 Eingyi. ...
  • 8 Demon Firesage. ...
  • 7 Ash Lake. ...
  • 6 Crossbreed Priscilla. ...
  • 5 Centipede Demon. ...
  • 4 Painted World. ...
  • 3 Capra Demon.
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Is Valley of the Drakes hard?

This relatively small area is populated by a family of tough Wyverns. These dragons have high HP and spit electricity that will make quick work of anyone unfortunate enough to be standing in front of it. The only way to combat these beasts is by engaging them one at a time and keeping your distance.
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Is there a boss in Valley of the Drakes?

There is no boss and no NPCs, so there's no objective coming here. Does anyone know what the significance of this area is? The only reason to come here would be to skip the Depths and Upper Blighttown or to grab the loot under the Undead Dragon and ring outside gate.
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Is the abyss optional in DS1?

While everything about Artorias of the Abyss is technically optional, the main storyline consists of the Chosen Undead taking the place of Knight Artorias, rescuing Dusk of Oolacile and killing Manus, Father of the Abyss.
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How to get out of Valley of Drakes?

Go back and just keep climbing every ladder you see (look for the torches). At the top should be a chest to your right with a key in it, and to the left is the exit.
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How do I get rid of Drakes?

Sell/rehome

If you've been treating your drakes exclusively as pets and want them to go to a home that will treat them likewise, you may have a difficult time selling or giving them away. But pet ducks are growing in popularity, so there may be a chance that you'll find a suitable forever home for your drake or drakes.
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Is Artorias weak to anything?

Artorias is resistant to a lot of stuff. Not immune however, so as long as your stats are high enough you will damage him. Mages should follow the same basic strategy as the light melee characters. Dodge incoming attacks, cast your spell, then back away.
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How many endings does ds1 have?

There are two; the normal ending and the “bad” ending. Link The Fire and Age Of Dark, respectively. The first one is just you playing the game normally; ring the bells,summon Frampt, get the Lordvessel and place it, collect the Lord Souls, put em in the Lordvessel, get to Gwyn, kill him, link the Fire.
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What happens if you go into the abyss without the ring?

As such, it is necessary in order to reach the Four Kings boss battle. Without wearing the ring, it is impossible to survive the fall into the Abyss. Taking off the ring during the fight with the Four Kings will cause the player to be devoured by the Abyss. Other than this, the ring has no other purpose.
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Is Valley of the Drakes optional Dark Souls?

How to tackle Valley of Drakes in Dark Souls. Valley of Drakes is an optional area you can visit from multiple locations within Dark Souls.
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What level should I be for New Londo Ruins?

the recommended level for new londo ruins is level 50-70 your going there way to early. dark souls has a funny thing where it just allows you to go into areas way too early than you suppose to. you gonna hit a dead end once you beat that area anyway since you need an item to progress.
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Do Valley of Drakes respawn?

Yes, they respawn, and if they drop Dragon Scales, it's extremely rare that they do, even with the Serpent Ring, I farmed them with 400 item discovery and never got one for 45 minutes.
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How to unflood a new londo?

If you go back into the building and continue on the way you'll find a composite bow, and a few arrows. With the key in hand, head along the back wall of New Londo until you find the locked door. On the other side is a lever that will cause the massive doors to open and drain all of the water in the Ruins.
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Is Darkroot Basin optional?

Darkroot Basin is an optional area you can visit from The Valley of Drakes, Undead Burg and Darkroot Garden in Dark Souls.
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Is Valley of Drakes an early game?

Players can access the Valley of Drakes early in the game with the Master Key. When New Londo Ruins is drained, the large gate located behind the Wyverns will be opened.
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What level should I stop at in Dark Souls?

most stop between 90-125 i'd say. but that's mostly to keep within co-op range and pvp. It's a good lvl to make builds and have fun. The only consequence of overleveling is getting out of co-op range from a lot of players.
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Where is the most beautiful Dark Souls location?

  1. 1 Irithyll Of The Boreal Valley (Dark Souls 3)
  2. 2 Leyndell (Elden Ring) ...
  3. 3 Majula (Dark Souls 2) ...
  4. 4 Anor Londo (Dark Souls) ...
  5. 5 Forsaken Cainhurst Castle (Bloodborne) ...
  6. 6 Fountainhead Palace (Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice) ...
  7. 7 Miquella's Haligtree (Elden Ring) ...
  8. 8 Lothric Castle (Dark Souls 3) ...
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Is Artorias optional?

While everything about Artorias of the Abyss is technically optional, the main storyline consists of the Chosen Undead taking the place of Knight Artorias, rescuing Dusk of Oolacile and killing Manus, Father of the Abyss.
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Do you need nameless venom to raise a Rock Drake?

Usage. Used to raise baby Rock Drake and Imprint upon them, also restoring 400 hunger points upon consumption. It should be noted that Nameless Venom is the only food a Rock Drake will take before the adult stage. Baby, juvenile, and adolescent Rock Drake will not eat raw or cooked meat.
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Does Valley of Drakes have a boss?

The Valley of Drakes dragon is located near a wooden bridge close to the New Londo Ruins entrances. He's guarding three items. This mini boss is completely optional and will not attack you until you go to pick up one of the items he is guarding.
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How to get to Valley of Drakes without master key?

Oh, and to get to VotD without Master Key, go through the undead parish, through Darkroot, and there should be a bonfire with an elevator that takes you to the valley.
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Can I have 2 Drakes?

Multiple drakes are a very viable option provided you prepare ahead of time. As long as you have the means to separate them when times get touchy and don't mind some extra time and effort on your part they are great fun.
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