Anor Londo, Smough & Ornstein Broke Me - Dark Souls - Part 9

Welcome to Part 9 of Dark Souls Remastered today we go into Anor Londo and fight Smough & Ornstein
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#DarkSouls #AnorLondo #Smough&Ornstein

[@matiasgago]

Hey Peeps! I didn’t address hitting 10K in this vid cuz it was recorded before we hit it but I just want to say a huge thank you to all of you ❤You guys have made my life so much better already and I can’t wait to continue to make content for you all. This is only the beginning 🤘🏽

[@t_Gecko]

Glad to be a part of it!

[@matthewweaver8212]

Nice job man! Wasn’t long ago I was watching your first Bloodborne video with about 2k subs. Congrats!

[@moodybastard170]

It's a pleasure to be here, bro. Thanks for inviting us! 👍

[@philipb2110]

Congrats !!!

[@pepperbird67657]

Bro I remember when you were but a fledgling hunter, now look at you go.

[@ReeceTatarka]

One of the best endings to a Dark Souls playthrough episode. A fun bit of trivia but the director of Fromsoft, Hidetaka Miyazaki, said regarding the design of Gwynevere: "Talking of glamour, her breasts have nothing to do with me, they happened without my knowledge. It's all the artist's fault. I think I mentioned it earlier but I always seek a certain refinement in all my designs. But the artist had such a happy look on his face, I didn't have the heart to stop him."

[@matiasgago]

That is incredible 😅 thank you for sharing that lmao

[@al29902]

Never knew this

[@MrTrueCaller619]

What about Quelaag ?

[@hunggarrebel2801]

@@MrTrueCaller619 We don't talk about that

[@risetoprominence1800]

Yeah but Quelaags tits weren’t this large. Just… out.

[@viddywells1405]

32:32 that crying “it’s a bonfire AND Solaire! This is the best day ever.” 😂 One of the most welcoming sights in any FromSoft game

[@collinstagner6811]

I love seeing people react to the duo’s cutscene, and painfully realizing there’s about to be a 2 on 1 gankstomp. The og godskin duo

[@matiasgago]

My heart sank bro

[@TSpoon823]

You could see his soul leave his body for a second 🤣

[@Truestoned0]

I'm surprised he chose to fight giant ornstein every time

[@TSpoon823]

@@Truestoned0 so, I have yet to play DS1 (ruining any future playthrough for myself but it's all good) but from what I've seen most people take out Ornstein first I think. Still, worked out either way!

[@mordraug]

@@Truestoned0 Yeah, but killing Ornstein second is more worth it - you get the Leo Ring and can get his cool set.

[@sphinktor317]

Nothing like killing the old Ornstein and Smough gank squad to make you feel like "yeah I am that guy"

[@matiasgago]

Hell yeah 😎

[@t_Gecko]

Glad you had fun with the infamous Anor Londo archers 😂

[@matiasgago]

HATE THEM lmao

[@mjKlaim]

@@matiasgago Fun fact: before the first patch on ps3, one of the archer was close to front of you when running up, making it it even more hardcore XD

[@eddieb1995]

@@mjKlaim Jesus Christ.

[@mjKlaim]

@@eddieb1995 Yes, and many other thigns were more hardcore. I still have living pains from my mental scars of that time *tears of found and horrific memories*

[@insertedgynamehere___969]

@@mjKlaim yeah, another thing that more hard-core was the basilisks. You could get cursed.... *_More than once...._* You could get in a position of only having 1 hp if you got cursed 3 or 4 times

[@jeremyrm7]

If I’m correct this is probably the most iconic duo boss fight FromSoft has made

[@staggerlee7301]

Honestly, I’d say it’s the most iconic boss that FS have created just in general. O&S is ingrained in gamer culture, and even if things are faster paced these days it’s still earned it’s place as a legendary fight.

[@jhoelt2922]

Yes! I was sadly surprised that Elden Ring didn’t have a proper duo fight. The godskin duo and other gank fights were cancer. And yea yea you can use spirits or sleep but come tf on lol :/ :/

[@-SILVERHAND-]

Meanwhile godskin duo was a failed attempt to re-create the feeling that O&S gave us

[@dr.philfanfiction6778]

The Ornstein and Smough fight is brutal but your reward is the without a doubt the greatest chest in the game, or any Souls game for that matter.

[@matiasgago]

🤣🤣🤣 it was so worth it

[@Tumbleflop]

try holding with both hands

[@irisvanderzon5880]

You Know what makes you so fun to watch? Unlike other KZbinrs, you're like us, dying all the time to dumb shit, not being ridiculously good. And I love it when you're unsure or change your mind about changing your mind again. You're just very down to earth, keeping it real. I can see why your channel is growing so rapidly.

[@kaiderhai86]

He had moments too, like not dying a single time on this narrow bars.

[@bcbitchkkv]

@@kaiderhai86 yeah, and Quelaag! It may be his first DS1 playthrough, but you can see he’s played ER & BB.

[@al29902]

100%, it's refreshing to watch someone play Dark Souls who isn't a god-tier expert

[@m0-m0597]

and never forget how he ran from the black knight straight into Havel

[@elvato0003]

55:12 Ornstein moves cordinated with the music. Beautiful

[@Ar021]

😂

[@gmuta1]

nice catch 😂

[@bruceyt6303]

Those tears of joy at getting to the castle bonfire with Solaire are why I'm here. Your reactions mirror mine 10 years ago when I played this for the first time.

[@bcbitchkkv]

(4:17) Anor Londo Firekeeper (6:20) Fear the chest, nomnomnom (13:03) Chest ahead, therefore \o/ (15:24) Watch your back (22:50) Intense Imp threesome (25:21) ARCHERS (29:33) “Why is this a part of the level?!” Silly Mati, this IS the level :) (32:29) Is that a boner, or are you just happy to see Solaire? Oh dear me, pretend you didn’t hear that! (36:24) Beginning to think you like getting eaten 😗 (41:07) “If I can’t see you, you can’t see me?” -Silver Knight (43:52) Onionbro (51:00) PIKACHU & SNORLAX (57:38) O&S Phase 2 (1:01:40) Remember, it’s about the journey, not the destination 🥲 (1:05:25) YOU DEFEATED (1:07:58) Dark Souls: Ultimate Chest Edition (Remastered, Prepare to Smile)

[@PopCornHead529]

Only OGs remember "You Defeated".

[@bcbitchkkv]

@@PopCornHead529 I actually forgot they changed it, so I had to re-check after reading your comment 😂 Shout-out to that Rooster Teeth video “YOU DEFEATED… WHAT?!?”

[@solidsnake21]

i think you are gay

[@novasZK]

Can we all admit that O&S have one of the greatest boss themes ever?

[@al29902]

100%

[@methanoI]

No.

[@AzureHadit]

yes

[@trevorharding3783]

Time for the Anor Londo episode, featuring the dynamic duo Ornstein and Smough! Thanks for another banger Matias!!!

[@matiasgago]

You’re so welcome brotha ❤️ this duo destroyed me lmaoo

[@jahootierosenblatt6951]

This is a spoiler, bud. Mait asked not to post those.

[@jahootierosenblatt6951]

Sorry, it's in the title. My bad. Carry on.

[@lordnmaster2]

"It's like Godskin duo." How dare you sir, this is what Godskin Duo wishes they were.

[@soutrikpal3466]

I love how he was totally prepared expecting a boss-fight beyond the yellow fog wall.... XD

[@bcbitchkkv]

The embodiment of 😃😐

[@al29902]

If he only knew

[@daeth55555]

This is personally my favorite boss battle and the hardest in this game in my opinion, amazing to see you do it. Thanks for all that you do.

[@matiasgago]

Thank you brotha! 🫶🏽 Honestly a lot to love about this boss as ridiculous as the duo fight is haha

[@Tuxedosnake00]

Ornstein and smough are so iconic of dark souls And certainly better than the duo godskins in elden ring , from artdesign and gameplay perspective Congrats for 10k subs matias !

[@aced4fun]

One might say this boss and area is… *classic*

[@Truestoned0]

Oh yes a true believer

[@mordraug]

The most iconic area and boss of the series, probably.

[@yungmeanmug]

Welcome to the slam

[@baluchon2505]

@@mordraug really ?

[@mordraug]

@@baluchon2505 Among the most, yeah. There are reasons why Anor Londo and O&S held and still hold such a legendary status in the community. While there were better bosses and even maybe areas (although that is largely subjective as Anor Londo works extremely well as an area) , there is just something that From nailed here that makes for a truly rememberable experience all-in-all. There is a reason why From tried to replicate it in the other games but seemed to miss the mark generally in some way. Especially when played as the first Souls game for someone who has no knowledge of it. Which was my experience. The way it is set up just fits so well that way.

[@Mick-hp4yg]

It used to be...when people did top 10s of the hardest DS1 bosses, those 2 archers would always get an honorable mention 😂

[@scottstockman4465]

When you swapped out for Silver Knight armor immediately you made us all proud.

[@chillcharity7610]

I’ve been waiting so long for you to get here! This is where the game really opens up and shines with bosses, lore, and much more. Praise the sun!

[@matiasgago]

I can see that bro this was def one if not the wildest episode to date 😄

[@thestormkage]

I agree

[@scotttowers1759]

Got to say, I completely and utterly disagree and so does most souls fans/reviewers (that I've seen). After Anor Londo it starts to feel rushed with some of the worst areas in the souls series. Obviously it's all subjective but things like the ghosts make the final stretch almost unbearable for me.

[@scotttowers1759]

Frampt is so cool though.

[@staggerlee7301]

@@scotttowers1759 Nice

[@icecreampete]

Matias, you absolute legend. Congrats on 10k! Going through Anor Londo this episode is a 10k special in itself haha

[@matiasgago]

Thank you man ❤️ real happy to hear that haha

[@joeyrosa648]

This has quickly become one of my favorite playthroughs of this game. The genuine excitement, enjoyment of the lore, and playing at your own pace. Congrats on 10k Mati! You deserve it 😊

[@christopherrodriguez3646]

Heyyy great job man! You can just see it in your demeanor on the last attempt that you were no longer panicking and instead were just careful yet efficient with where you attacked. That’s the real key to this game. Patience and do not panic

[@naiteiruakuma2261]

We all go through this. From panicking and not knowing Whats about to happen, to strategic collected approach. These games teach you patience And fore-thought. Actually playing these made me more Calm person when it comes to any irl bussiness. I leave all the stress while playing

[@shanemccready5073]

You should head back down to the dark root garden and find the grass crest shield. It regens your stamina.

[@matiasgago]

Oh I must get that! :O

[@doomsdayking4843]

@Matias Gago be aware that it does not have 100% physical reduction.

[@psterud]

@@matiasgago It's not really necessary at this point, Mati. You're doing great without it. Having that shield is a tradeoff. I never used it, personally.

[@insertedgynamehere___969]

@@doomsdayking4843 yeah, but it's at 90% physical. Most enemies physical damage doesn't exist

[@doomsdayking4843]

@@insertedgynamehere___969 it's just something to be aware of. I personally don't like it.

[@quasarone3083]

Super-Ornstein is generally considered a lot harder than Super-Smough so well done!!

[@ericlee0206]

a masterpiece after all, you will be crazy if you read through all the stories in it, they are the real soul of this game. love to watch your journey, keep going and enjoy it dude! thanks for the sharing!

[@kaiderhai86]

What a ride! Already a classic. Such an iconic piece of gaming history and you captured it in a way i simply have to thank you. 🥳🥳🥳

[@Conandus]

Killing Smough first is a rare thing most people feel is the hardest option, but since you now have Ornstein's Soul, you can make the probably best quality (dex and strength) weapon in the game, the Dragonslayer Spear. It's definitely got my favorite moveset alongside the Gravelord Sword. Making this isn't as straightforward as making boss weapons in Elden Ring, as you need a "+10 Spear" to even craft the weapon at the blacksmith, BUT you won't have to worry about it since you got the lightning spear from the mimic in Sens, which for some reason just instantly qualifies as a +10 spear. Hope this helps

[@dthomas7931]

Congrats on 10k dude, but goddamn did 30:11 through 30:40 kill me. Man I couldn’t stop laughing at the sheer bad luck right there lmao. Your reactions make it so much better, too.

[@icecreampete]

By the way, you can equip your pyromancy through Attune Magic at the bonfire. You just forgot to select it in one of the slots haha.

[@matiasgago]

Classic haha I'll def do that in the next vid thank you!

[@InvaderTroy]

@@matiasgago you should also upgrade your pyro flame with laurentius back at firelink shrine. without upgrades the damage is going to be pretty disappointing. pyromancy is awesome in DS1 because the strength of the spells scales only with the upgrades to the glove instead of being tied to a caster stat like with sorcery or miracles. It’s a great way to work in a few more options to your move set without having to invest in stats that don’t help your melee. it is rather expensive to upgrade though, with a total of 20 tiers of upgrades (5 are locked behind an NPC who you haven’t discovered yet)

[@psterud]

@@InvaderTroy Agree. I'd always upgrade/ascend pyro to the max when I'd make invader/co-op characters. Very powerful.

[@jarenmay4885]

congrats on O&S! It's crazy to see how far you've come, not only in skill but also in subs! keep up the great work, and don't you dare go hollow!

[@rimvydasdemenius1984]

"Ornstein is literally hitting me through Smough" that sentence 🤣🤣🤣🤣 omg dying...this could be a meme🤣😅🤣😅

[@prestonfaceofmercy9419]

Ornstein and Smough are my favorite boss fight in the whole game. The atmosphere and music are amazing and the lore makes the fight hit so much more. The fight feels manageable unlike the godskin duo from Elden Ring. Smough is sluggish and can take a while to get to you while Ornstein is aggressive and able to close the gap very quickly. The pillars in the arena can even be used to help you break the two of them up a bit if they're too close to each other. Another banger video as always man.

[@alexandersamorodov2186]

Most emotional and positive walkthrough i have ever seen! Sank you so much! I am very very happy 😊

[@victorvogels643]

You can return to the tutorial area by going up the elevator in firelink and rolling off of it when you can. From there you need to go up until you come across a crow's nest. Going back there will help you with that big painting.

[@anowhereguy2521]

Congrats, you've found the most amazing chest in the game!

[@matiasgago]

Noice 😎

[@longlegcraig]

“ I did it!” Best message to read right after those two knights Lol

[@Thevikingninja117]

"I'm just gonna smash ever chest I see now just to be safe." Congratulations sir you now know the Mimic check rule haha. Awesome stuff man!

[@dreamersfolly]

The rollercoaster of emotions in this 1ep, damn man! Pain, and more pain But what a way to end the ep! Did not expect those

[@themightymcb7310]

The key for stomping around Anor Londo like you own the place is learning to parry. It wrecks the silver knights.

[@graysonmyers714]

did he actually do the full run back for ornstein and smough not realizing the shortcut he opened cut the run back by half lol

[@ethanheadrick7027]

XD "am I going the wrong way?!? What is this!?!" We've all been there

[@DensetsuNoTeam]

cap off, lock-on off, fast roll, me : he is learning, he is the one!

[@Emile_v]

Just had a rough day, thank you for being here when I need your uploads the most

[@matiasgago]

Hope your day and week only get better from here brotha, all the best!

[@mhvwp]

Congratulations for that 10k buddy, love im not watching this serie but i appreciate you for being here ❤️❤️

[@matiasgago]

Thank you my man I really appreciate that ❤️

[@alexvasquez6876]

I’m crazy excited for you to get through this part. Best wishes my man, loving the content! To beyond 10k🎉🎉

[@Tequila_Mockingbird.]

Those archers. Those two. The flashbacks! Congrats on 10k Mati, you desrve it 🔥

[@beenthroughnam3747]

Lets go! I was waiting for a new upload, but didn't expect one soo soon :)

[@matiasgago]

Can’t get enough of this games 😁

[@claudiomontufar4180]

Man these games are amazing, terrifying but amazing, true knowledge of hidden history., Appreciate the video, love ur reaction !

[@blakecarter7872]

“The amazing chest joke is getting old” Oh my sweet summer child.

[@t_Gecko]

The ending was hilarious. Great episode as always!

[@Nova03463]

O&S is such an iconic fight and one of the best duo Fights they've ever done. Good job in taking them down!

[@whispersongs8146]

Congratulations on 10,000. So pleased for you and so well deserved.

[@drew1753]

Lol that ending...and with the glorious music! Good job man!

[@IAM___ARI]

Congrats for the 10K my G, and for finding the AMAZING CHEST AHEAD! 👌🏽

[@garsedj]

3:45 that's why i love watching you play, you look around a lot and foreshadow most dangers

[@sekiroe5573]

10K! Congrats man! Been here since your first Elden Ring episode-- it's been a ride. Loving the Dark Souls playthrough. Praise the sun!

[@jenueladamvillanueva6235]

Matias: *vocalizes music during big reveal Everyone else: *PTSD intensifies

[@taieboussama3677]

This is beautiful, 5 min later he's pain crying

[@matiasgago]

typical day in dark souls lool

[@taieboussama3677]

@@matiasgago Hhh yes ma dude .. YES

[@tommywagner3154]

I really loooved the last run and the reward scene to end the episode :D truely felt the commitment in that one

[@toxiccartoon2730]

Congrats on 10k! Great vid

[@Ravii697]

Tips for recognizing Mimic chests : The chain on the right side is facing you instead of away. Also, you can slightly see them breathing. In doubt, hit it. You can also use Lloyd's Talismans on them to put them to sleep, which allows you to pick up their item without having to kill them.

[@Ravii697]

Also Titanite Demons don't get progressively stronger as you defeat them, it's just that those in later zones have higher dmg and hp

[@LemonyGoose]

Congrats on 10K! So excited for you to get to the DLC bosses!

[@matiasgago]

Thank you! i’m so pumped for them too

[@LongLostPlasticTo]

on an absolute roll with this series, hugely entertaining man keep killin it! congrats on well earned 10k!

[@schpleeb]

Mate those archers are a rite of passage aren't they. Congrats on 10k by the way bro, well deserved! I hope you're doing the DLC for this game :D

[@shadowotter3116]

the pain you were feeling at just trying to get past the archers was the pain i felt trying to get past them myself. the joy i felt at seeing a bonfire inside the castle was indescribable. i was so happy to not have to run past those archers again, least not until new game plus

[@leek5682]

Seeing a first time player deal with the silver knight archers is so classic 😂 if you confront the one on the right and hug the wall he either charges you with a sword and falls off or you have to parry him to get him out of the way. Also definitely have to know how to roll the arrows when you're 10 feet from him

[@michaelzhu7621]

"I'm gonna double hand, really focus on my rolls, just like this dudes rolls" haha

[@ronnieperkins6760]

My favourite place in the souls series! Glad you have made it this far. Good Luck!

[@matiasgago]

Somehow we made it 😅

[@yuomovaeh3028]

Awesome video! The "Bonfire?" at Anor Londo stairs is hilarious.

[@chrisboxall4822]

I always look forward to new uploads from you! I am glad you are getting recognition for great content.

[@matiasgago]

Thank you my man means the world

[@samanjallaa]

Herryyy dude congratulations on 10k🎉🎉 love the video

[@robmartin525]

Congrats on 10K! You deserve it and more my dude! And btw, there is another...NPC...in Anor Londo One of our favourites!

[@leonhardt6105]

Yes mate!! Been looking forward to this. Love your content Mati 🤘

[@matiasgago]

Appreciate you brotha 👊

[@totallyretrotech]

Good ole' Glitchstein lol. That opening Anor scene is so freaking epic.

[@stowns1980]

Congrats on the 10k!!! 🎉 You will notice that a strong bow and arrows is a must for Dark Souls and Demon’s Souls for melee builds. You can use bows to pull enemies out of groups to attack one at a time.

[@Kazuhiro-i]

It has been such a long journey, to see you thinking just like any souls veteran it makes me feel so proud :') I still remember when I teached you about stamina management:')

[@jaimerojas6578]

OMG I've been waiting for this part, let's go!!

[@sohailmirza6351]

My guy. I'm so fucking happy for you my dude. Big fucking congrats, I remember when you said that 10k would be mad. And you know what it is MAD. Seeing your channel blow up is absolutely amazing! As always, sending a mountain load of love my dude

[@matiasgago]

Sohail! bro thank you so much that means the world

[@dog.b74]

Yooooo! congrats on 10K! this channel has grown quickly!

[@moodybastard170]

Congrats on the 10k, bro! 🎉 Keep having a blast, bro.

[@matiasgago]

The goat!! Thank you so much Moody will do

[@adamfowler350]

51:59-52:02 That's what makes this pair brilliant. That was a total setup.

[@DanicaGloxi]

I'm so glad I found your channel. Dark Souls 1 is something I've always wanted to experience, but I just can't deal with the slow combat of these earlier dark souls games (I've played all the later ones; Bloodborne, DS3, Sekiro, and Elden Ring). So I'm experiencing DS1 for the first time at the same time you are. And I gotta say, a very enjoyable playthrough so far :)

[@falco8494]

I remember fighting the duo for the first time. I didn't know they were OP. For some reason, my dad decided to visit me while I was in the middle of the fight, sat down by my side, and tried to talk with me, but I was too focused to think and speak. He is not a fan of games, but he started watching how I played, and so we sat in silence for almost an hour. Once I died for the second or 3rd time he just stood up and walked away. I swear, if at that point he'd say to me "git good' I would snap his neck ;]

[@bdoeden64]

I watched a few entire playthroughs of DS1, and I still suffered as you are in Anor Londo - You are not alone.

[@coraymarugg5950]

I'm continuously impressed with how well you play the game, gg on the Ornstein and Smough fight. Excited to see you find out what's next

[@thepainkiller5527]

Always nice to see others react to the souls games for the first time and experience them too of course. Anor Londo is without a doubt the most gorgeous area in the first Dark Souls with probably the best boss fight in the game, just walking around the place just feels great even for souls vets returning to the game and seeing it again, love this place myself. Recently even got my dad(who's 57 now) into the game and even though he says he finds this game to be pretty difficult he still likes it and oddly enough he just finished the boss fight here a week ago although I kinda did help him a bit but he's old so ya know it's probably more rough on him. As for a little hint with the mimics(the fake chests that grab you when you try to open them) if you look at the chain that's attached to the chest and if it's facing you it's a mimic, facing away from you it's a regular chest, hope that helps and best of luck to you and the rest of your play through 👍

[@mgk-metalgearkelly5054]

Hey Mati, I have two tips for you. No spoilers ofc. 1) Read the description for Ring of the Sun's Firstborn: You picked it up at the secret bonfire that was below the bridge. I'd recommend always reading descriptions for anything that has to do with gwyn, but especially if you hear anything about his "firstborn". One day you'll thank yourself that you paid attention to his lore. 2) You have an item called "Lloyd's Talisman" in your inventory. Next time you spot a mimic chest, try throwing it on the mimic before hitting it with a weapon. You'll be very amused.

[@someone-lq2ps]

Havel's set is like the ultimate heavy armor set and the thing most heavy armor builds want to wear it in the end

[@user-wi5on4oy5j]

This was amazing man can’t wait for the rest of your journey

[@Pearlem]

No shield, two handing the weapon, and no lock on? You finally did it. Great job

[@mmeiruplays]

Yesss! I love to watch your videos with my morning coffee. :D Gonna watch this tomorrow! And huge congraz for 10k! Keep up the good work. :)

[@urfrndjenn]

Seeing Mati come up to the archers: “I’ve been looking forward to this!” “Twice the pride, double the fall!”

[@jotadio608]

55:13 Dat moves synced so perfectly with the music

[@DWN-024ShadowMan]

This was the most epic end to an episode with that music and everything. I almost cry when I got the Lordvessel because I was bitching about not being able to warp between bonfires lmao

[@matiasgago]

Def one of the most epic moments in the souls games I’ve played so far period haha and man I was praying we’d get teleportation at some point too 😅

[@TomLok]

You're doin really good Matias! I struggled a lot more on my first palythrough. Keep it up, you're amazing!!

[@bradkessler2834]

God the Anor Londo Archers were easily the hardest part of this area for me. Good job getting through that

[@ethanheadrick7027]

"Nice!!! It's the statue dood!" ....sees second statue dood walk out and realizes he didn't put two and two together.... xD crys

[@Addonix227]

Congratulations on 10k dude!!! Stoked to see where you go from here

[@matiasgago]

Thank you Patrick! I much appreciate it 🫶🏽