Can You Beat DARK SOULS 1 With Only Crystal Weapons & Armor?

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  • čas přidán 17. 09. 2023
  • A crystal-only challenge run in Dark Souls Remastered!
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Komentáře • 913

  • @TheBacklogs
    @TheBacklogs Před 8 měsíci +3276

    MOM! MOM GET THE CAMERA!
    Nicely done on the challenge run - allow me to welcome you to our little corner of madness 💀

    • @FRealw27026
      @FRealw27026 Před 8 měsíci +92

      Backlogs! Love your content!

    • @notthebrent420
      @notthebrent420 Před 8 měsíci +78

      Challenge run idea. A "no pick up" run. Where you can only use items added to your inventory automatically.

    • @SunlightBlade
      @SunlightBlade  Před 8 měsíci +398

      Heyyy! This is cool, I've been binge watching your videos recently 😆 thank you!

    • @nikoskonstantinidis4069
      @nikoskonstantinidis4069 Před 8 měsíci +9

      just crystal shortsword. no upgrades, nor armor. just crystalsword, just asking

    • @BaronsCastle
      @BaronsCastle Před 8 měsíci +111

      One of us! One of us!

  • @Sykroid
    @Sykroid Před 8 měsíci +381

    4:24 My friend played the remastered version blind for the first time a few years ago, and found this out the hard way. He was so good at the game that it meant he didnt understand "oh this area is supposed to be much harder than the others, I'm not supposed to be here" and so he just kept progressing.
    He never realized there were gargoyles to kill, so he went through the Darkroot Garden, into the Basin, through the Valley of Drakes into BlightTown, and then UP BLIGHTTOWN INTO THE DEPTHS. And then he asked me how to open the door, which caused my brain to short circuit because I had no idea what he was talking about lmao

    • @_WhiteMage
      @_WhiteMage Před 7 měsíci +48

      Happened to me too and is my only big point of annoyance to the game. You can stumble into the end of Blighttown, do it backwards by accident, then have no key and no idea where to go.

    • @Sykroid
      @Sykroid Před 7 měsíci +34

      @@_WhiteMage Also being able to go through the catacombs into the depths and being hardlocked without a way to easily return back to the shrine

    • @Sextus70
      @Sextus70 Před 5 měsíci +17

      This is why this is one of those games you SHOULD play (at least occasionally) with the help of a guide during your first walk-through.
      Otherwise, it is very easy to get lost because of the lack of clear pointers and run into big headaches.

    • @sigilbreaker2628
      @sigilbreaker2628 Před 4 měsíci +8

      I've never done Blighttown the "right" way just because I find Darkroot easier than the Lower Undead burg. In fact I never found the lower undead burg my first time through.

    • @97spartan
      @97spartan Před 3 měsíci +3

      Bruh your homie gave the dark souls story a reach around 😂

  • @alexorr6348
    @alexorr6348 Před 8 měsíci +2522

    I used the crystal halberd for most of my first playthrough and it is one of the best weapons in the game.

  • @DjAtmaWeapon
    @DjAtmaWeapon Před 8 měsíci +833

    damn... 1500 hrs+ in DS1... and never knew that being cursed let you hit the ghost... man what a game... learning more and more

    • @peppaz
      @peppaz Před 8 měsíci +93

      My mind was blown when i learned you could hold down on the D-pad to go back to your first item in your belt

    • @RevyaAeinsett
      @RevyaAeinsett Před 8 měsíci +54

      ​@@peppaz_What?_

    • @calebnixon4307
      @calebnixon4307 Před 8 měsíci +71

      @@peppazworks for your spell slots too, but only in the remaster, original ds1, ds2, and scholar of the first sin don’t have this feature

    • @anstorner
      @anstorner Před 8 měsíci +6

      @@peppaz WHAT, man so many times i play this game and still find more obscure stuff

    • @FishReallySucks
      @FishReallySucks Před 8 měsíci +4

      I think most ppl only found out after Lenny's IGN guide vid lmao

  • @markrobison5199
    @markrobison5199 Před 8 měsíci +679

    9:05 You know it's a weird run when "escaping to Blight Town" is a cause for celebration.
    Nice run, i always enjoy seeing the less common weapons and spells get some love

    • @SunlightBlade
      @SunlightBlade  Před 8 měsíci +37

      Thank you! :]

    • @daifuku75
      @daifuku75 Před 7 měsíci +11

      People always say Blighttown sucks, but it's honestly one of the easiest sections. The only things I find difficult are the dogs and the mosquitoes because they're impossible to hit and don't leave you alone. It has so much amazing loot, 3+ armor sets, numerous weapons and shields, dragon scales and tons of upgrade materials, power within, pyromancies, and it's connected to The Great Hollow which has even more. It's just an amazing area to get yourself stronger and ready for Sen's fortress.

    • @themustardman219
      @themustardman219 Před 7 měsíci +7

      @@daifuku75yeah, blighttown's more annoying than actually difficult. In fact, it's extremely easy to run through, just hard to get every item.

    • @shimoxmusic2949
      @shimoxmusic2949 Před 6 měsíci +3

      ​@@daifuku75I think it's more so which direction you use to get to blighttown if you go down from the abyss then yeah I understand calling it difficult but coming from the valley of drakes it's easy

  • @FormedBox
    @FormedBox Před 8 měsíci +236

    You know your run is cursed when you can say the phrase “and I escaped *into* blighttown” 💀💀🥶

  • @GuardianOwl
    @GuardianOwl Před 8 měsíci +195

    Indeed, I discovered the bottomless crystal weapon inventory awhile ago. This in tandem with the Duke’s Archives being sealed off at the point you meet Domhnal leads me to believe that this method of forging weapons out of crystals is unique to the isolationist country of Zena.

    • @calebgee5643
      @calebgee5643 Před 3 měsíci +2

      It's more likely that due to Domhnal just mysteriously knowing about ash lake and the dragon cult that used to be there.... And that Seath uses the ash lake creatures to guard Where Havel is held (Hydra and his own crystal Golems), and to The primordial Crystal (the clams before his actual boss fight).... And that the crystal items (primarily the Shield) is owned by the crystal soldier, using the same detailing (the one before the guaranteed Death by Seath, and its a story about how it's the same design as the Avelyn but that's not our topic for today) it's more likely Domhnal traded with Seath in the past (he even has gold pine resins if trading goes sour)

  • @Soulessblur
    @Soulessblur Před 8 měsíci +81

    That beginning stretch made this challenge a lot more compelling than I initially anticipated. Sure, the build eventually gets really strong, but MAN does it make you work for it first.

  • @Krosstic
    @Krosstic Před 8 měsíci +257

    It’s weird coming back to your channel after so long. The more things change they stay the same. Glad you’re still here after all this time.

    • @SunlightBlade
      @SunlightBlade  Před 8 měsíci +51

      Nice to see you again 😁

    • @Krosstic
      @Krosstic Před 8 měsíci +8

      @@SunlightBladeyou too.

    • @justinroux1610
      @justinroux1610 Před 8 měsíci +6

      ​​@@SunlightBladealways a fan of your channel and videos especially the top ten series

    • @CallMeMimi27
      @CallMeMimi27 Před 7 měsíci

      haven't seen sunlight blade since dark souls 3 invasion pvp days back when it came out. feels like ages ago

  • @weebto
    @weebto Před 7 měsíci +51

    5:55 the depths are actually one of the most tightly designed areas in dark souls in that they're designed to be entirely skippable while also allowing players to pick up the most relevant items scattered around. You see, there's a hidden pitfall nearby the first butcher (the one guarding the large ember chest) that drops you down above the giant rat (where the spider shield - an item that makes traversing the upper section of blighttown substantially easier - is found). You can plunge attack it from here, and grab the shortcut key in case you didn't start with the master one. From here, you can slide down the waterfall hugging the left wall to completely bypass the basilisk-infested section, and land right in front of Domhnall. In less than a minute, you're able to access the bonfire via the shortcut and directly face off against the gaping dragon - it's absolutely genius level design (regardless of how enjoyable the area itself is, lol)!
    Then of course, the channeler would still be alive, and you'd possibly still be missing the ring of the evil eye, the greataxe and Kirk's invasion, but that gets the basics done

  • @Catt0
    @Catt0 Před 6 měsíci +18

    THEY'RE MINERALS

  • @masonyoung1502
    @masonyoung1502 Před 8 měsíci +61

    Walter White crystal run was a huge missed opportunity

  • @saltyfry4328
    @saltyfry4328 Před 7 měsíci +26

    I didn't know that the bell sound was other players, or that being cursed lets you kill ghost. Very cool when you can learn new things about games you played for years. DKS1 will always be my personal favorite in the series.

    • @nefariousnektarios
      @nefariousnektarios Před 6 měsíci +1

      I didn't know those two things either! I haven't really replayed DSI but now I gotta (I have like 6 NG characters right after Demon Prince on DSIII right now... yeah that game's definitely my favorite lol)

    • @saltyfry4328
      @saltyfry4328 Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@nefariousnektarios Its not fast paced like DKSIII but its a great game. Its my fav in the series.

    • @CAMSLAYER13
      @CAMSLAYER13 Před 9 dny

      The bells are one of my favourite things. Makes me feel connected to the other players

  • @DeadlockDrago
    @DeadlockDrago Před 8 měsíci +54

    Ngl, I've always loved the look of crystal armor. Really wish we got more armor like that in Elden Ring, and no I don't mean Lusat and Azur which is just a coating on their shoulders. Something more throughout the armor, which I'm honestly surprised hasn't been made considering the reverence of the material.

  • @molkwi9077
    @molkwi9077 Před 8 měsíci +71

    Yo SunlightBlade's doing challenge runs???!?!? That's epic! Loved watchin it mate! Hope to see more, if that's in you plans, of course.

  • @roccor2532
    @roccor2532 Před 8 měsíci +45

    I’m so glad the ds community is getting into a different challenge runs the videos are so good.

  • @Omar-rt1hy
    @Omar-rt1hy Před 8 měsíci +14

    I still get that feeling of happiness and excitement when you drop another dark souls video like when I was still a kid, time truly moves fast.

  • @anwd8646
    @anwd8646 Před 8 měsíci +31

    I quite like this! The more chill style of playing you did was quite cool, staying online, gravelord invading, grabbing the book of the guilty, it’s fun!

    • @Guille-mz7xf
      @Guille-mz7xf Před 3 měsíci +2

      Yeah I liked that too. Way more entertaining than going just full serious and meta

  • @elzar5987
    @elzar5987 Před 8 měsíci +29

    One thing I really enjoy about your content is you know its going to be souls related, However you never know what you're getting.
    Top 10s, sovietwomble style pvp, occasional playthrough, discussion, reaction/commentary ect.
    Loving the variety

  • @iamsteezze
    @iamsteezze Před 8 měsíci +6

    Every excuse to play Dark Souls is f-ing valid. Keep them coming mate

  • @ryanhilliker375
    @ryanhilliker375 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Ive been loving the challenge videos too. Seeing you make one too genuinely got me so excited! Hope you enjoyed making this because id love to see more challenge videos from you!

  • @JK-gy2bc
    @JK-gy2bc Před 8 měsíci +5

    "After receiving the traditional Blighttown welcome..."
    *gets Toxic*

  • @micahjones7837
    @micahjones7837 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Loving the general commentary on the world of dark souls! This was a fun run to watch!

  • @joes1552
    @joes1552 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I love how you approach the challenge run format, longer videos really let your personality come through - I hope to see more!

  • @ianwilliams2632
    @ianwilliams2632 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Thanks for continuing to make videos on the classics. It's nice to see DS1 get more love again. :-)

  • @kxs4899
    @kxs4899 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Challenge runs are always good to watch, hope you do some more

  • @pancakemixwithblueberriesinit
    @pancakemixwithblueberriesinit Před 7 měsíci +1

    I would adore seeing more content like this from you! It's always a fantastic show when a witty, charming CZcamsr delivers commentary over the silliness that is Dark Souls.

  • @RedCrusader-ph2vk
    @RedCrusader-ph2vk Před 8 měsíci +1

    This was a great video. I subbed to this channel all the way back during the DS3 days when I first joins the Souls community, and it makes me happy that this channel is still going strong.
    Can't wait for part two!

  • @SlayeralexO3
    @SlayeralexO3 Před 8 měsíci +3

    It was awesome to see this kind of video from you, and honestly the best part was just the amazing narration you had over the play through, excited to say the least to watch the next video!

  • @claytonbragg
    @claytonbragg Před 8 měsíci +3

    Love challenge runs for souls games. Definitely need more of these!

  • @BaileyBPF
    @BaileyBPF Před 8 měsíci +2

    Really enjoyed your presentation for this challenge run. It was really fun.
    Strangely I have more difficulties against ordinary enemies every time I return to Dark Souls than I ever do with Ornstein & Smough even though they originally took me a week to beat. I think I've just had that much practice with them now and I'm so used to the dynamic for the fight, so I'm no longer overwhelmed by the intimidation factor.

  • @l0fe980
    @l0fe980 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I would really love to see more of these kinds of challenges from you, was a very fun watch.

  • @BFG93
    @BFG93 Před 8 měsíci +3

    I can definitely get behind this content. Was highly entertaining! And fascinating too.
    Keep up the good work 🙌

  • @LadderFromMGS3
    @LadderFromMGS3 Před 8 měsíci +5

    dude this run is insane, only halfway done but the escape from the depths into blighttown was so exciting, and the cracked red eye trade is useful to know too

  • @emiljankus3516
    @emiljankus3516 Před 7 měsíci +1

    that was even better than expected, great video! looking forward to the next part

  • @Maedara
    @Maedara Před 8 měsíci +2

    i'm super invested in this run i love it
    i only played through ds1 once and without looking up anything so i missed a lot it's nice to see what else there is in the game

  • @MostEnvious
    @MostEnvious Před 8 měsíci +34

    It's Sif's fur that drops your frame rate. I've always wanted to do a crystal run from start to finish, but not having anything at the start really made it hard.

  • @wyattmorelock5832
    @wyattmorelock5832 Před 8 měsíci +23

    As a crystal lover, this is the perfect challenge run for me!

  • @mfdxxmer2229
    @mfdxxmer2229 Před 8 měsíci +2

    let's goo can't wait to have this make me try out this challenge and i really hope you decide to do more of these in the future

  • @beholder231297
    @beholder231297 Před 8 měsíci

    Sir, that video was fantastic. I'm also enjoying challenge runs a lot, and I'm happy to see you jumped on the trend. Keep 'em coming, SunlightBro!

  • @Malxer
    @Malxer Před 8 měsíci +4

    An unexpected yet very much welcomed video from Sunlight!

  • @danielegalizzi8562
    @danielegalizzi8562 Před 8 měsíci +4

    I have good memories of the Crystal Halberd from the Mimic in Anor Londo, as it was the weapon I used to beat Artorias for the first time. He was quite the wall for me at the time, but this weapon came through for me while others did not, for some reason.

    • @lathrin
      @lathrin Před 8 měsíci +1

      Same! I looked through my inventory during my first time fighting Artorias and the crystal halberd really came through and carried me to victory lol

  • @dieterhorvat5176
    @dieterhorvat5176 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Hell yeah I’m glad I found this so close to its release… great vid keen for part 2

  • @hushedwoodsman2582
    @hushedwoodsman2582 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very cool challenge run so far, looking forward to seeing more.

  • @Harizl
    @Harizl Před 8 měsíci +3

    ...who ever thought you couldnt finish the game with crystal weapons?

  • @HunterAero
    @HunterAero Před 8 měsíci +6

    It's very much doable, I did this years ago before dark souls 2 even came out😅

    • @ainumahtar
      @ainumahtar Před 8 měsíci

      I struggled with the armor first time I tried as it was too heavy and I was not set up for it, the weapons are great though

  • @sirskyrim27
    @sirskyrim27 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I love that he gives a shout out to CZcamsrs like back logs and lil aggy who are in my opinion some of the titans of ds type game challenge runs

  • @ChoppyWalnut7
    @ChoppyWalnut7 Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome video mate, can't wait for part 2!

  • @froggie_oggie
    @froggie_oggie Před 8 měsíci +5

    11:35 I had NO idea the snake could break that wall, i always used the boulders
    It's very funny seeing his hp go down as three giant rocks roll over him the other way though

  • @Atmos_Glitch
    @Atmos_Glitch Před 4 měsíci +5

    Name of the Phonk is *_"ROONIN - OUR WXRLD"_* for those curious about the song.

  • @philo_star
    @philo_star Před 8 měsíci

    agh, this is amazing!! Love too see you still uploading with a passion for dark souls still :3

  • @Jordan1835
    @Jordan1835 Před 7 měsíci

    Missed you brother! Glad you're back! ❤

  • @yoyo_210
    @yoyo_210 Před 7 měsíci +1

    one of the most interesting ds challanges i've ever seen, it was interesting and funny at the same time, keep up the work

  • @rolfstalker2986
    @rolfstalker2986 Před 7 měsíci

    What a lovely video on crystals! (seriously, your like semi-roleplay makes this so fun!)
    I'm looking forward to part 2.

  • @theunicorns7756
    @theunicorns7756 Před 5 měsíci

    This game is unreal, 3k+ hours in, countless run and still it finds ways to surprise me, I’ve NEVER seen Queelag back attack.
    Also it’s soothing coming back to your channel after so long. Thank you

  • @MrBainbridge94
    @MrBainbridge94 Před 7 měsíci

    Glad to see a new upload from you, my g 😊

  • @Bratjuuc
    @Bratjuuc Před 7 měsíci +1

    Using an unfortunate curse to unlock titanite chunk farm is a Joseph Jostar level of smart comebacks

  • @TuskyBaby
    @TuskyBaby Před 7 měsíci

    Always a treat getting an upload from you!

  • @classycasual3910
    @classycasual3910 Před 8 měsíci

    So happy to see this in my feed! Love your content❤

  • @Blackhart-7
    @Blackhart-7 Před 8 měsíci +1

    This was a really fun video to watch, thank you for your hard work! o7

  • @ender7910
    @ender7910 Před 7 měsíci

    Nice touch to make the to be continued font crystalline. And also nj on the doing this, excited for more.

  • @EmpathyMatrix
    @EmpathyMatrix Před 8 měsíci

    Was waiting for Lightning Blade to release a video. Well done my man

  • @propheticrain-maker1486
    @propheticrain-maker1486 Před 7 měsíci

    My favourite kinda Souls content atm! I watch The Backlogs religiously at this point 😅
    This was a refreshing take on the formula, love your style as always mr Lightning Blade

  • @a.........1._.2..__..._.....__

    Solid vid, looking forward to continuation. Miss your vids sun seems like havent seen one in awhile.

  • @Cookiemunster779
    @Cookiemunster779 Před 8 měsíci +1

    I literally was looking for a crystal only run earlier this year thank you for making this LOL

  • @dracocellion2691
    @dracocellion2691 Před 8 měsíci +1

    A legend makes their return, welcome to the challenge runner space!

  • @LumpKingDLO
    @LumpKingDLO Před 8 měsíci

    This was a fun video, please do more like this!

  • @Manic_Mitch.official
    @Manic_Mitch.official Před 4 měsíci

    Man I’ve been playing this game for 10 years now. It really has a charm that none of the other souls games have. The way the textures glow and shine. The music. Atmosphere. This game and bloodborne are my favorite games of all time.

  • @alexandrawright5207
    @alexandrawright5207 Před 7 měsíci

    Watched just for the intro. Great vid!

  • @thatoneniceguy408
    @thatoneniceguy408 Před 8 měsíci +1

    It's been a while since I've seen your content on my "For You" and it's genuinely great to see this again!

    • @SunlightBlade
      @SunlightBlade  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Thanks! Sometimes I just need a bit of time to figure out what's fun to do as simple as that sounds haha

  • @kazen1374
    @kazen1374 Před 7 měsíci

    Loved this run, love your humor! Keep up the good content, xoxo

  • @brainkillers
    @brainkillers Před 7 měsíci +1

    You actually can get to the forest without the crest of Astorias, just take the ladder near the hydra , but it is a really nice challenge run ! Love the video !

  • @chrisdiokno5600
    @chrisdiokno5600 Před 8 měsíci

    Always happy to see a vid by you

  • @njdevil6629
    @njdevil6629 Před 7 měsíci

    Part 2 when though, this is great content!

  • @mikecharnecke3087
    @mikecharnecke3087 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I feel like It makes it more fun that you leave yourself online for challenge runs. Most challenge runers dont and I think It really helps mix it up

    • @SunlightBlade
      @SunlightBlade  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I didn't even really think about it to be honest! Glad you liked it :D

  • @j-lohome-slice7425
    @j-lohome-slice7425 Před 5 měsíci

    This is a really wonderful video, you went on such an adventure, you have NOT GOOD BUT WONDERFUL detail in the quest, and the roundabouts and style it all has. Just Good show!!

  • @elitefoxes
    @elitefoxes Před 5 měsíci

    Loved the edit at 14:19 , it was super funny! Thanks for the video!

  • @pgDraxos
    @pgDraxos Před 8 měsíci

    I love runs like these!

  • @ezzzzyyy
    @ezzzzyyy Před 7 měsíci +1

    Was not expecting an absolute banger of an intro when clicking on this video

  • @nutherefurlong
    @nutherefurlong Před 8 měsíci

    Was just wondering about a run like this a few days ago and here this is :)

  • @WashupCyclone
    @WashupCyclone Před 8 měsíci

    I liked the video just for the bit where you’re marveling at the crystal hallway 😆 Nicely done

  • @nedsims67
    @nedsims67 Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome video can’t wait for part 2

  • @YUFlysofast
    @YUFlysofast Před 8 měsíci +1

    I'm alittle bummed that the vod is over.. but happy there Is more fun to be had in pt2! see you there

  • @GoodnightCoombsy
    @GoodnightCoombsy Před 7 měsíci

    Welcome brother, to challenge running 🤧 i remember spam watching your ds3 funny moments videos. Glad to see you are back

  • @sirjeffers8547
    @sirjeffers8547 Před 8 měsíci

    This is one of the most thankful challenge runs I've seen.

  • @devmeister
    @devmeister Před 8 měsíci

    fun video. looking forward to part 2!

  • @BobMarley-st9xv
    @BobMarley-st9xv Před 7 měsíci

    When do we get part 2? We all love and look forward to the great vids you create!!!

  • @GoatEgoist
    @GoatEgoist Před 7 měsíci

    It’s cool that such an old game that has a multiplayer that still works and is also still used

  • @BF1_enthusiast
    @BF1_enthusiast Před 7 měsíci

    AWESOME VIDEOOO!
    I used to watch your "top dark souls PvPs" videos.

  • @Secretthewolf
    @Secretthewolf Před 7 měsíci

    These kinds of videos depend on a great voice and yours is perfect for it!
    I hope you'll manage to stay sane

  • @SynysterProjects
    @SynysterProjects Před 7 měsíci

    Oh shit! SunlightBlade doing Challenge Runs now!!!

  • @user-uz2hu2hg1q
    @user-uz2hu2hg1q Před 7 měsíci

    I've been waiting for this. Even tried myself, but failed miserably.

  • @losersbecomewinners2043
    @losersbecomewinners2043 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I’m so happy someone else loves the crystal armour as much as i do!

  • @Chucklzzz
    @Chucklzzz Před 8 měsíci

    Loved this mate

  • @shmurkenhurken
    @shmurkenhurken Před 7 měsíci +1

    Really interesting build, I always loved the aesthetic of the crystal equipment but never found myself using any

  • @alexlun4464
    @alexlun4464 Před 3 měsíci

    Warhaven is my favorite game from the soulsborne series, keep it up

  • @ST._Trinas_Torch
    @ST._Trinas_Torch Před 7 měsíci

    This deserves a follow, I'll be watching every upload of these to help with this suffering, I only wish we had better crystal weapons, spells and staves in elden ring maybe the dlc will do it justice, I want a crystal katana, fist weapon, bow or flail

  • @cartersutherland2123
    @cartersutherland2123 Před 8 měsíci

    looking forward to the next one!

  • @MISTAWULFY
    @MISTAWULFY Před 7 měsíci

    I’m excited to see the next part

  • @sunshineandrei2569
    @sunshineandrei2569 Před 8 měsíci

    Missed you man, hope to see some DS2 content someday.