Upon first meeting Gehrman, you have him down as a bit of the victim of the whole beast mess pervading the game. This guy was the first person to step up against the beasts, and created the Hunter's Dream as a safe zone for hunters arriving in Yarnham to fight against the Scourge. Throughout the game, Gehrman sits in his wheelchair acting as a guide to the player. But at the end, certain choices you make can initiate a battle with the old man, who in his rage forgets that he's wheelchair-bound and begins scything away at you. The battle takes place in the beautiful, haunting setting of the Hunter's Dream - a field brimming with white flowers gently flowing in the wind, and surreal sky-high pillars stretching off for all eternity. The dramatic yet sombre music indicates that whatever the outcome of this battle, it's something of a lost cause. Gehrman may look like a geriatric but he certainly doesn't fight like one. He's fast, hard to hit and has a devastating array of scythe attacks. The battle is the sublime kind of duel that marks the pinnacle of Souls-style combat mechanics, forcing you to use all the skills you've amassed throughout the game to come out victorious. A fitting finale to one of the best games of the year. Any other boss battles stand out to you this year? Leave a comment and let us know, or try your hand at writing for WhatCulture yourself!