Dark Souls: 8 Incredible Moments That Made Us Hardcore Fans

By Alex Sutton /

6. Ornstein And Smough

The Souls series is famously synonymous with its beautifully designed and magnificently deadly and challenging bosses. While this article isn€™t focused on these titanic landmarks of death, it would be an unforgivable sin to leave them completely out. In a game jam-packed with memorable boss bouts it€™s extremely difficult to pick a moment that is universally historic. But we think you€™ll agree with our choice€ As if being pitted against one murderous monstrosity wasn€™t bad enough, the concluding area of Anor Londo sees you flung into a battle to the death with Dark Souls€™ most infamous duo; Dragon Slayer Ornstein and Executioner Smough (badass names, we know). Managing to vanquish one will result in a cut scene where the other absorbs the power of his fallen comrade €“ thus making the remaining boss even more deadly. In a moment that summed up Dark Souls€™ ever-improving ability to simultaneously surprise you while putting you at a severe disadvantage, the guardians of Anor Londo will forever be regarded as one of the most dynamic and memorable bosses in the Souls series.