What weapons are good against Ornstein?

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 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 to use against Ornstein and Smough?

It's also important to be able to sprint when Smough does his ground pound attack, as you want to avoid getting hit by that at all costs. Soul Spears and Dark Beads work very well against both Ornstein and Smough, allowing you to deal damage while keeping your distance.
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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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What level should I be to fight Ornstein?

It looks like everyone is trying to play through the game at low-level and, likely, become a Darkwraith. I typically fight Ornstein and Smough at levels 40-60 (usually in the middle near 50) because that was prime coop range when DS was released.
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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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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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Is Ornstein weak to bleed?

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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What level should I be for 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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Is it possible to parry Ornstein?

Parry, No. Partial Parry, Yes.
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What is the hardest Dark Souls boss?

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 Ornstein weak to Magic?

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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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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Why are Smough and Ornstein together?

Ornstein being one of the Four Knights of Gwyn who formerly hunted dragons, and Smough an executioner of superhuman size, they were assigned to protect the Lordvessel from intruders and function as the final bosses of the Anor Londo level.
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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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Where should I go after Anor Londo?

You've gotta find and kill Gravelord Nito in the Tomb of the Giants, Seath the Scaleless in the Crystal Caves of the Duke's Archives (the big tower overlooking Anor Londo), The Four Kings in the Abyss (New Londo Ruins, far below Firelink Shrine), and the Bed of Chaos in Lost Izalith (below Blighttown and the Demon ...
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Who is the nameless king?

The Nameless King is a major character in the Dark Souls series, serving as a minor antagonist and optional boss in Dark Souls III. Presumed to be the long-forgotten firstborn son of Gwyn, he betrayed his father and chose to side with the Everlasting Dragons.
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Is Ornstein gold or silver?

He wore a golden armor made to resemble a lion and wielded a great cross spear so strong that it was able to bury itself deep within a dragon's hide, piercing their stone scales, and sending mere human flying. Both his armor and his weapon were imbued with the power of lightning to be effective against dragons.
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What level should I be for Anor Londo?

40 is fine. I would recommend upgrading your Pyromancy Flame and getting some Chaos pyromancies as a supplement to sorcery. At a minimum, pickup Great Combustion.
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Is Solaire Gwyn's son?

His armor and shield are decorated with a hand-painted sun, reflecting his worship of the Sun, and by association, Lord Gwyn. While he was theorized by some fans to be Gwyn's firstborn son in disguise, this was later proven not to be the case in Dark Souls III.
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Who should I give the large divine ember to?

The Large Ember can be given to Andre the Blacksmith to allow him to modify +5 normal weapons to +10, and +5 raw. Once you have picked up the Large Ember, proceed to Andre and he will ask you if he can have the Ember, answer yes.
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How powerful is Ornstein?

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Range: Extended Melee Range with his Dragonslayer Spear, hundreds of meters if not upwards of a kilometer or more with Sunlight Spear. Intelligence: Skilled and experienced combatant, has slain numerous Everlasting Dragons and was the captain of the Four Knights of Gwyn.
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Is Ornstein's armor heavy?

Ornstein's Set is a medium armor set in Dark Souls.
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