How many bosses can you beat with a DIFFERENT material? (Dark Souls 2)

[@sirbill_greebi3811]

Your character is the most square-jawed humanoid I've ever seen. Oh. He's a villager.

[@eleumloycee]

Yep! Minecraft is what inspired this challenge so I stuck to using Minecraft characters for them

[@nikolaykrasnikov1860]

Eleum Loyce: I dont know what to level up at this point... ADP: Im some sort of joke for you?

[@JKLeeds]

I always enjoy that your runs allow for a good freedom of Loyce when it comes to weaponry! 😁 Great stuff as always, EL! I can tell with each vid you're getting more confident and comfortable and we're seeing your personality shine through. Keep up the great work!

[@zeno6554]

the man JKLeeds! hi how are your day?

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks, I think that makes it more fun and unpredictable. I'm also really glad to hear that my narration is improving, it's something that takes a lot of practice to get down!

[@JKLeeds]

@eleumloycee I feel you, it took me MANY videos to find my voice and get truly comfortable. It's a constant learning but you're doing great so far 🙂

[@PressContinue]

That's some quality material you have here Ms. Loyce

[@eleumloycee]

I see what you did there :)

[@Vault13canteen924]

You are quickly becoming one my favorite soulsborne channels

[@666roland]

this channel came out of nowhere and makes banger videos, thank you for these

[@eleumloycee]

You're welcome, glad you enjoy them!

[@Telawin]

Okay. I'm so glad your channel popped up. I love finding challenge runners I've never seen before. And now I have to watch the DS1 version of this challenge Ooh and I thought of something interesting during this run. Since the firebombs explode on contact and don't seem to be fuse based it's likely their striking system is fulminated mercury. Which doesn't change anything about the run. But does give some fun detail to the fight with the last giant

[@lyinarbaeldeth2456]

43:50 Old Knight weapons also have relatively bad durability, which fits with a relatively soft copper weapon struggling to keep an edge!

[@eleumloycee]

True, good observation! The lore is coming together...

[@flowerthencrranger3854]

I don’t know what is about this one here. But watching this on a cold night just feels cozy and right. Prolly going to be asleep by the time the video ends.

[@eleumloycee]

Oh yeah, I totally understand! I love watching Dark Souls challenge runs in the cold season!

[@benro6564]

I like how chill these videos are. Very refreshing

[@crestfallenknight02151]

Good on you for thinking of the Gei-steel. I was hoping you do. An amazing run as always.

[@uraccountcrashed8845]

25:00 In the wake of Dark Souls 2 being a bit more "generic" with its music, I often forget to look up the tracks by themselves because I don't _remember_ any of them. But this section here where you text-commentate on the music piqued my curiosity again, and the first track I checked out was the Dragonrider's theme. Let me just say that just because a song seems "generic" does not by any means indicate a song is bad. This theme rocks, and I'm glad you pointed me in the direction, even if it was just for a throwaway joke about sped-up music.

[@Askaria-Askarnurn]

2 months late but the reason why lightning is effective on Looking Glass Knight is indeed the rain as it applies the 15% weakness. By the same logic he has the additional 30% fire resist, however magic should still out scale his lightning weakness when it comes to raw damage. Great video.

[@shnobrin7928]

Your runs actually really remind me of why I loved Dark Souls 2 so much, and gives me a new appreciation for the game :)

[@cyanspartan1757]

I don't think I've ever seen Sir Alonne's mid-air death animation. You're right, it is pretty goofy.

[@TallarHawk]

Been here since ~200 subs, loving the videos. I am really surprised and impressed that your content feels fresh even among other soulsborne youtubers, and quality and length of it is unexpected from a brand-new channel. Best of luck to you, and thanks for entertainment provided!

[@shadowbandit147]

Its the insane quality for a new channel that made me stay. It shows a ridiculous amount of dedication right out of the gate.

[@demisync]

Let's gooooo So glad KZbin recommended this channel out of nowhere to me with your Gravelord vid. Banger content.

[@n.g.5234]

I love how you consistently upload quality videos AND they're not just quick dumb videos, you go through whole runs, with commentary and everything

[@DespereauxHarvey]

Oh hell yes! Excited for another one and just in time for vacation, time to stay up late! Glad to see the material run back for round 2. Hope to see it become a series

[@TheAverageNerd]

Loved the DS1 video, and as one of those nerds who's favorite souls game is 2, this is super exciting!

[@Yashariku]

what a video for a small channel, the quality of the videos is surreal for so few subscribers, keep the grind 🙏 And always remember, The sun is a wondrous body. Like a magnificent father!

[@SoberenoZ-dj1uz]

"I think falcon shield is the only gold item" 23.59 Golden axe:now you see me 00.00 golden axe:now don't

[@thickveinysausage3062]

You and Yaz are the two best channels I've run into this year. Keep it up

[@eleumloycee]

Thank you!

[@jobdylan5782]

The best up-and-comer in the sector

[@eleumloycee]

Thank you! I'm glad you've been enjoying my videos so far!

[@Scorchlette]

I don't think the Heide weapons are steel, as steel is mentioned by name multiple times (such as: the Blacksteel Katana), but the Heide alloy is specifically labelled as a mystery.

[@eleumloycee]

I agree!

[@thekeeper1287]

I do believe heide material is supposed to be brass, or at least a mix of it since the ancient giant sentinels are also in heide (and in other places) so Probably steel and brass mixed together. Heide was supposed to be anor londo 2.0 (lore wise when gwynivere ran off with flann)

[@Sad_Mercy]

@@thekeeper1287 looking at the weapons to me it seems it cant really be brass since the color of the material is way off, and also since the attempts at replicating it produced a new steel type. my guess is maybe its part titanium or something

[@miguelmirun]

Your challenge runs are really creative and fun to watch, also your voice is good to listen, please keep doing amazing videos

[@christianthompson7915]

This is so refreshing to see, a lot of souls runs usually get boring but im enjoying this video so far. you gained a new sub, keep up the good work

[@necroLAN]

The videos keep getting more interesting and fun to watch , i know youve done this before but ds2 is my fav , for me this is a magnum opus , keep it up !!!

[@maritalfuture]

I finally beat the game now I can watch these video without spoilers. The best thing you could do on Pursuer was to pary he’s launch attack then run to the crossbow. I enjoyed this silly video.

[@eleumloycee]

I’ve never tried this!

[@maritalfuture]

@@eleumloycee you missing out then. It’s pretty simple give it 3 or 2 try and you will hopefully get it. I think there are other attacks you can pary but for me i think the launch attack is easiest!

[@aircutt4231]

As always amazing video. You're probably my new favourite youtube channel!!

[@eleumloycee]

That’s so nice to hear! It means so much to me :D

[@dannestoteles]

These videos are awesome comfy viewing, great for falling asleep to. The delivery is really calm and soothing.

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks! I guess it’s a nice contrast with the games I’m playing

[@dannestoteles]

@@eleumloycee I think it matches the vibes of Dark Souls pretty well, especially the calm and melancholy moments. Big Majula vibes. I think your voice also would go great with those "3 hours of Dark Souls lore to fall asleep to" kinda videos.

[@linearlinera]

Dark Souls 2 my beloved... can't wait to watch this!

[@SSthunderchild]

Pretty creative thinking. Even with stretching the definitions of materials, it seemed like it still wouldn't be enough.

[@slurpy9021]

I’m glad there are new souls runners starting to post

[@musachi2249]

Great video 🔝 I also liked the way you bend the rules a little bit and use different information to beat more bosses that really made the challenge alot more interesting and entertaining 👾👍

[@autumn-876]

ur strafing to the right on ivory king, u will probably have an easier time to his left, as he is one of the few lefthanded bosses in the series. Also ur becoming one of my favorite souls youtubers

[@eleumloycee]

I noticed this as well, must be a habit! There should be more left-handed bosses!

[@DAvimavan]

Wait...is this possibly a new channel about interesting dark souls challenges? You have my follow

[@0800andru]

i just discovered this channel and i can finally see some interesting videos while im eating lunch. thank you!!

[@KaroxNightshade]

Prob my favorite soulstuber rn. GGs Eleum, you're doing great for where you're at. In less than 3 months, you've done some of the coolest stuff I've ever seen in DS2, and your patience is on the level of like, Backlogs and other people like that. I could never do a lot of the stuff you've been doing, (cough cough actually beating DS2) even though I'm a veteran with about 2k hours in the series on PC alone. Besides, your style is awesome, and I love just chilling out to your calm tone and slow pace. Top tier, 10/10 second monitor content. I think the only souls challenge runner I don't consider 'second monitor content' is Ymfah, but his editing is nuts and he don't even speak, so he doesn't count. My only complaint is that this channel has not been here for 3 years so I have 40 of your videos to binge, but that ain't your fault. Love your stuff, keep at it, much love from big fan. Take your time prepping your next video, can't wait to see where you go from here.

[@eleumloycee]

Thank you so much, I really can't believe how much traction the channel has already gotten, and words like this really encourage me to keep going because of how much people enjoy it!

[@nathanjora7627]

“I’ll assume it’s made of keratin” Well, given that it specifically comes from a black dragon it’s likely that it comes from kalameet’s tail, which’d make it rock actually.

[@aska221]

Always nice to see some love for ds2^^

[@molkwi9077]

Every video you've put out so far has been excellent! We will watch your career with great interest.

[@jaynajuly2140]

Since you read the comments, you can get through Frigid Outskirts more easily by timing your runs. Get to the first bunker, use the sun's position to orient yourself, then RUN straight ahead as the snowstorm lifts. One deer will spawn and chase you to the second bunker (with a healing pool), but can more easily be dealt with (or even ignored). Then, using the sun for orientation, run from the big bunker right at the end of the snowstorm, aiming for the left side of the third one which has a soldier inside. Another deer, sometimes two, will spawn and chase you but no more will appear while you take out them and the soldier. Lastly, you can bolt for the bosses using the same method and none of the deer can catch you if you make it to the bridge area.

[@eleumloycee]

I found my problem was trying to ignore the deer instead of just fighting them, and I actually despawned some of them which I didn’t know worked on them!

[@Hello-lf1xs]

@@eleumloyceeYeah I ended up trying that myself (despawning them) which MIGHT have worked somewhat - either way, using phantoms for the deer does help

[@shadowbandit147]

See I would've just said "Nah im good. frozen in this god-forsaken hellscape is close enough to killing the boss. Ice and snow and my unending tears are a different material

[@aprinnyonbreak1290]

I'll occasionally do summons, just to see what they're like in a fight. I have never done Frigid Outskirts without the full party bus, and I don't care to try it.

[@xmgaming2444]

Most underrated soulsborne youtuber imo

[@MarshalDTeachh]

I'm a simple man, I see a new Eleum Loyce video I hit play. From what I know you are the only soulsborne channel I've seen that does this particular challenge, and I love it every time. Your videos are always refreshing and enjoyable to watch, and I hope your channel gets more attention 😄

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks for the encouragement! :)

[@thekeeper1287]

Loving these videos so far! Love seeing new DS challenge doers! Cant wait till youre among the big ones! (You're fast approaching too)

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks! I'm so glad you enjoy my videos so far :D

[@vorpalkickass8825]

I'm honestly surprised there was no Darkdrift in here... Low key was expecting that katana to pop up.

[@AabluedragonAH]

Wonderful thing to listen to as I wind down after a long day of cooking. Will continue commenting after I watch

[@AabluedragonAH]

Love these types of runs, getting exposure to weapons and spells that I otherwise may not have encountered! The pure swag of dance of fire was so satisfying

[@Jenovaproject2k]

BestSouls2!!!! I love this game

[@TFKFreak93]

Really like your relaxed voice and your humor. Also it is a very cool idea to do this material challenge. Already hyped for your take on this with DS 3 and maybe other games. Like this must be possible with other Games outside of Fromsoftware titles

[@HollandTHG]

I am genuinely excited by each video you upload. Keep up the well narrated, wonderfully creative work!

[@ancientsalatik6199]

Its time for DS3. And I hope it would out faster, and we don't need to wait almost a month. Keep it up!

[@eleumloycee]

DS3 will be next :D

[@Phyren-king]

Nice to see this channel going strong

[@Quaranyr]

I really like your videos :) And you've propably checked it yourself but still, in case anyone who reads this is wondering - Emit Force and Wrath of the Gods have different damage type in every game. Magic (same as, say, Soul Arrow) in DS1, lightning in DS2 and physical in DS3. Edit: and a bit of random info - even through Dance of Fire looks dark, it deals purely fire damage. Outcry, on the other hand, actually deals split fire/dark damage, but the dark part is a fixed number that doesn't scale. DS3 has a spell like that as well - Lightning Storm. It deals lightning+fire, but only lightning part scales. And visually it looks like a normal lightning spell. And it's fire damage specifically blocked from causing enemies like Pus of Man to panic (like fire damage normally does). Weird stuff.

[@xSimone92x]

You have no idea how much you made my day by uploading a DS2 video. It's my guilty pleasure game. It's so nostalgic for me. Love your content!!

[@xSimone92x]

Nearing the end of the video now, I just wanted to add that I just adore all the thought and creativity you did to include as much content as possible. We all know DS2 would require a stretch of imagination, so I really like how you pulled it off. You also mentioned a weapon arts only run and I would be totally here to watch a cool run like that! Great video!

[@eleumloycee]

I also really love DS2, it's tied with DS1 for my favorite Dark Souls game

[@danieladamczyk4024]

Your grow isn't a cancer, i like when you do it.

[@5alvador]

Love your vids . This one was ace . I look forward to seeing what you do next . Hope your enjoying KZbin

[@lobstrosity7163]

Best Souls 2! Nice run, creative.

[@theburningone354]

Was interesting to see this challenge in ds2 especially since theres more materials at least i assume there is

[@miasma82]

It was fun to see weapons i've never used in ds2 ☺️

[@CallMeMimi27]

38:50 "idk what to level!" ADP 6: meme of the kid drowning.jpeg

[@PXander]

Woo, DS2 completed! After this challenge was done for DS1, I was pretty excited to see my favorite FromSoftware game get beat in this way too! I am glad the info I posted on the first video helped!

[@eleumloycee]

You were so much help I seriously wouldn’t have beat all the bosses without your fountain of knowledge!

[@PXander]

@@eleumloycee Thanks for the props! I had so much fun researching it lol, it’s definitely my favorite game by far, the variety of locales, and the enemy variety too, just a great game! I was sad to see the Lizard Staff go untouched, but the Bat Staff got good use lol. One material that I am surprised it went unused was flesh, i.e., the player’s bare hands. But glad you didn’t need to suffer any fights without a weapon!

[@GargeBeatnik]

Always love to see you post Loyce, love your vids. 🎉

[@mrsmuckerduk]

Let's gooooo new Eleum video

[@2manyprunes]

Poor Dragonrider . Somebody buy him some water wings.

[@Gunkboosters]

Loved the last video and im glad your doing by guilty pleasure dark souls 2! Cheers 🍻

[@schokoschmogotv2135]

Keep going lil bro

[@RxAxIxNxBxOxW]

I love your videos, keep up the great work!

[@Willow4526]

My favourite type of challenge runs are themes over difficulty & my favourite restriction is material for sure, I'll have to give this a go sometime in the future. So much fun thinking about what material you could use, the old Knight weapon with their oxidised look was my first thought, was waiting to see if you'd use them, not disappointed. Keep up the good work mate 👍. Also from a casual look, DS3 from my interpretive count has like 50-55 materials, maby 60 pushing it, not that you'll need that meny 😅.

[@kaschey6145]

5:34 - the audio cut here was amazing XD And wait, WHAT?! ARMORED DENNIS CAN DROP CLEAR BLUESTONE RING+2?! Jeez, you just never stop learning new things about souls games, even after 1000+ hours...

[@eleumloycee]

The ol' bait-and-switch lol

[@rogofos]

mirror knight is innately resistant to lightning… but he fights you in the rain which negates his resistance partially

[@eleumloycee]

That's what I suspected too

[@aprinnyonbreak1290]

Iirc, in practice Lightning is actually his lowest elemental resistance. Then I think Blunt for physical. I forget if it's slash or thrust he's more resistant to.

[@TheFirstRaven9]

Im Happy that I find ur channel u make some good content here love it

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks! I’m glad you’re liking it so far! I’m just getting started here so I can’t wait to make more!

[@scorpiowarrior7841]

Fun fact btw: Emit force, as well as wrath of the gods, are actually magic damage.

[@EarCat]

You know, technically you could have made a case for using Sir Alonne's Katana being made from Tamahagane, rather than normal steel since it has inconsistent carbon content

[@SchadowNoob]

What makes this run even more insane to me is the low ADP stat. With an ADP of 6-10 the game is literally impossible for me xD

[@tjburnip1939]

The viallger went to dranliec to look for new weapons to make stonks

[@lio_hoshizora]

YES new eleum loyce video 💙💙💙 let’s gooooo!!!!!

[@MrMoridinalthor]

I've been replaying all the Soulsborne games recently and I just got to DS2 after playing it 8 years ago. I feel like I've been lied to about this game. It's a good game. Maybe it's because I've leveled ADP, but I've not had any complaints about the hit boxes.

[@benknightbus1729]

Yessss new DS2 vid

[@urtoryu_dy_althraidn]

I believe the rats are immune to poison, so please don't blame the bat.

[@JoJoPotatoWedge]

I thought your character was Bert. Great video 👍

[@dai7v7]

This video is some good stuff

[@eleumloycee]

Thank you!

[@maxreef7698]

Insane power move to level everything BUT adaptability

[@duncathan_salt]

I love the willingness to just get silly with the materials rather than get hung up on ultra strict rules. Your runs are just so much fun to watch and listen to. Love your voice as always :3 P.S. what pronouns do you use? if you're comfortable answering

[@eleumloycee]

Thanks! And it's OK, my pronouns are she/her

[@UnisX0]

Great vid as always Tnx

[@Tylxr_Stxxlx]

Dont be afraid to do more traditional can you beat runs. Your new and getting some traction going for yourself. Good luck.

[@j-stilt9746]

Very cool video

[@Sllandre]

23:13 Did I hear a ROCK AND STONE?

[@huntercase4844]

Beat every boss as a turtle over encumbered only leveling vigor and using shields or melee only would be a pain but interesting 😅

[@BlankMannXrx]

Flesh is a good choice if you get the vanquishers seal

[@joaomacabrodeath]

Dear Lord... the adp-less run

[@lucasbueno5720]

The old knight weapons are all aged versions of the weapons used by the knights of Gwyn in DS1, i dont think they have anything to do with ancient people at all, they are just fanservice weapons meant to be renmants of the time where Gwyn ruled the land

[@eleumloycee]

I think you're thinking of the black knight weapons, the old knights are a separate enemy in DS2. I was just making silly interpretations from the description to explain the 'copper' theory for the challenge lol edit: OH you mean the 4 knights I get it now

[@thekeeper1287]

Yeah! It's old brass weapons. Heide is supposed to be where some of the old lords flocked to after anor londo feel. Founded by gwynivere and flame god flann, her (First) husband. (At least that's the theory) because it's reminiscent to anor londo and the giant eagle headed statues represent gwyn

[@UpliftThrone76]

I'm about half-way through the video, surprised you didn't use "Flesh/Fist" for one of the early game bosses

[@firegirl1452]

The most impressive thing about this run is you not putting any points into ADP throughout the video

[@bigpoppa9737]

I think I love you. I’m not sure yet but I’m questioning it

[@bober293]

Im not a huge fan of ds2, but its prolly my favorite one to watch, possibly because i havent played it as much In short, nice vid

[@Caladir]

Always love to see more of Eleum Loyce!

[@paid14]

2:49 - My interpretation was originally water, because well, he's the Dragonrider not the Dragonsurfer amirite lads But then as I thought about that, ruminated on the magnitude of this philosophical question about an early game boss from Dark Soul II, it struck me. It is both gravity /and/ water. For, as stated, he is not the Dragonsurfer but the *Dragonrider*, so falling off said dragon and being cradled by the infinite weight of gravity is equally as horrifying for the Dragonrider.

[@eleumloycee]

Dragonsurfer for Elden Ring DLC please :(

[@paid14]

@@eleumloycee oh hi love your vids ♥️🏳️‍🌈⚔️🌿

[@eleumloycee]

@@paid14 Thank you!

[@fadpanda3873]

A new challenge😮

[@hikarimemeirooficial]

Its Eleum Loyce who I thought only made videos playing on Eleum Loyce because of her name.