How To Make An Early Frayed Blade Build | Dark Souls 3 Dex Build Guide

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, everybody! Thanks for all of the support this year. I'll be recording a bunch of vids over the holidays, so there will be a lot going on in 2025. Have a great holiday period and I'll see you in the new year! Due to an export error on the credits, I'd like to thank the following people for supporting the channel: ALICE LIDDEL INCONTINENTIA BUTTOX CORNTHDL TERK_AF THE_BLOKE FARADAYE74 GNPERDUE KOKORO CHACARERO ROB80866 NATALIE WEIZENBAUN MISTRYFIRENL MICHAEL PRETTYPALMTREE TOMMO60 BRUNO CUNHA JG ABDULLAH N MATTEO OVERCHARGED EGG FIRSTNAME LASTNAME BLACKBOLTGAMING AINSLY19 ALLENSPERLE5316 FOUR2181 GROVE USED BOOKS ENIGMAN CONAIRE MARTIN RICHARDMCCRORY_NEPH ANUBHABMAJUMDAR5433 KINGCLAWBLAZER KENTCLARK1969 GRAYAREA TERRY SHCHERR L1IGHTW0RKABUS3R DOUGHBOYZ LTD G18 TWISTS&TUMBLES WINDMILL BLAKEYOUNG7113 KIERAN GLYNN DAVIS OLA NYSTEDT RYAN MCCLENDON NICK HOLLAND NANCY955 THEOLDMAN517 YANNSIDIOUS9306 ZACKAERITH1872 PLASTICGRIMLIN5263 LAMPPOSTOUT GAVIN SEIFERT MREK VON SALZEN DYLAN JACK CHESTNUT PRALINE PAPZT89 BRADLEY YOUNG MR MOUNTAIN IHAVECOMMITMENTISSUES BENJAMIN GREENWALD JUDAH FORSHEY ALAN ADAMS MITCHPOG

[@MrNuclearz]

Im going to try this. God have mercy on my soul

[@ThingfishyGaming]

You’ll have great fun. Honestly with the twinblades it’s really not too bad. Let me know how you get on!

[@MrNuclearz]

@ThingfishyGaming I'm using the twinblades, cant believe i slept on them for 8 damn years lol. I guess i never imagined a starting weapon could be this good.

[@grantkelly2751]

Godspeed soldier, you even get it yet?

[@justinhui5661]

"Upgrading after infusing costs more" - I haven't touched this game in eons and I did not know about this.

[@ThingfishyGaming]

It's not a tonne more, but on a run like this where every early level counts it's useful to keep in mind. Have a great Christmas and thanks for watching!

[@alcoyot]

It was a glorious day the first time I beat Midir

[@terryscherr5944]

Thanks! Happy Holidays!

[@peqsii3916]

How you don’t have millions of subs is beyond me man. You put out the highest quality videos, you’re really good and your voice is calming to listen to Underrated creator for sure

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Thanks for the very kind words, Peqsii. Merry Christmas and thanks for watching!

[@peqsii3916]

@ Merry Christmas brotha! Thanks for the hard work, so close to the holidays👌🏼

[@TaleToBeTold]

Thanks, @ThingfishyGaming . If I could identify the source of all the particular specific details regarding any game in the Souls series I have learned throughout the years, I would attribute it to you, as you significantly aided my comprehension/understanding of this amazing series. Even though I altered it or adapted it to fit my playstyle, I never had the opportunity to express my gratitude, so thank you I now have a reason to dive into Dark Souls 3 and experience this masterpiece. I'm already 11:00 minutes into the video, and oh boy, you truly surpassed your previous edits by a landslide. The calm and chill voiceover is the best, with edits only when needed. There are no major cuts, allowing both newbies and veteran players to grasp everything. I couldn't wait to finish the video but I had toooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo stop watching just to write this comment, and I must say the video deserves a 10/10. I'm going back to watch it now, and I'm excited to play Dark Souls 3 once more just to try the build and how to do it from point A to Z!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have to type it once more thanks @ThingfishyGaming

[@TaleToBeTold]

I just completed watching the video and wanted to point out that during each boss encounter, you explained the mechanics, how to handle them, and also shared additional tips that could be helpful. What really impressed me was that you maintained the same enthusiasm from the first tip all the way to the video's end. I want to express my gratitude for that, and I hope you continue to bring the same energy while keeping your smile. Good luck and enjoy yourself in what’s ahead I'm eagerly looking forward to your next content 27:43 I’m shocked to discover your newest journey will be in a game not developed by FromSoftware and I can't wait for that video upload to check how you will approach this game (Sorry, I can't mention it to avoid spoiling, but if you've seen the video, there’s a clue hidden somewhere in the video)! ヾ(￣▽￣) Bye~Bye~

[@SoulBlazeGaming]

I just beat Nameless King with it few days ago haha Good Guide as always Thingfishy 😎

My prayers have been answered. Let us revel in the magnificence of thy Fishyness

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Hope you enjoy it! Sorry it isn't the earliest possible route, as requested. Wanted it to be a bit more accessible to the newer players too. Merry Christmas and thanks for watching!

[@valdon116]

Hell yeah bro, make builds for all the souls games, always fun to watch

[@alcoyot]

I don’t think I’m gonna do this run specifically but it’s inspired me to at least do a katana only.

[@AhRisla]

Merry Christmas mate hope you and your people have a lovely time

[@ThingfishyGaming]

And you and yours, Risla! Thanks for watching!

[@AhRisla]

@ThingfishyGaming course pal great content

[@OpticalWIS]

Another banger! I would love to try this but beating midir so early sounds intimidating 😂

[@gaminggamer282]

Happy holidays, love your videos!

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, Gamer! Thanks for watching!

[@insepra]

Marry Christmas to you as well Thingfishy, thanks for all the great content.

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, Insepra. Thanks for watching it!

[@ronjohnson6916]

That well is just perfect when demoing the blender.

[@hddrummer205]

Thingfishy and the beyond perfect timing. Happy holidays!!

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Hope you enjoyed it, Drummer! Thanks for the support this year. Have a great Xmas!

[@DrearierSpider1]

Love the DS3 content, keep it coming! And Merry Christmas fishy!

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Glad you're enjoying them, Spider! Many more to come in 2025. Merry Christmas!

[@DarkSoulsOne]

Marry Xmas mate. Thank you for sharing your passion with us. Waiting for the Gael build :)

[@ThingfishyGaming]

My pleasure, Dark. I mean an early Gael is the next logical step from this I guess, so much for slowly easing myself back into DS3🤣. Have a great festive seaon!

[@crapsharkify]

An early Christmas present! Cheers , Fishy. I'm going to open it straight away. Wishing you and yours a fabulous Xmas and a happy new year.

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, CrapShark! Thanks for all the support this year and hope this tempts you to start another run!

[@crapsharkify]

@ThingfishyGaming I've started following your Vordt's hammer run and yeah, stuck at Dancer again! I'll have to go kill some other things first. Yay!

[@Yah_Chhaib_2k4]

Thank you♥ Now I'll wait for the faith build😤 Merry christmas to you too and a happy new year❤❤

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Don't worry, the Faith build is coming. Nearly did it for this video, but that one will take a little longer to film and edit. Hope you have a great Christmas!

[@davidblues9900]

Happy Christmas bud 😊 can't wait to give this a go

[@ericaguilar1124]

Fun fact, the estoc used to be really good but it was nerfed

[@killimo7990]

Time to try this out, been wanting to use this weapon for a while

[@ZeldaFML]

Ah the challenge I’ve never tried but maybe now I’ll get the courage to do it!

[@alcoyot]

I’m currently having another go at parrying malenia and it’s actually starting to get better this time

[@JustAnotherDeadMan]

Ah yes, the perfect gift from Thingfishy. Happy holidays from Nevada, USA.

[@nolimitza.j5063]

the midir intro was so sick

[@jahrn6]

Merry Xmas, friend Thanks for this vid - I love the Frayed Blade

[@upliftmoe8574]

Just do Ng+ with the blade at this point x) Cool video

[@WarrenBerzerkerLee]

"stay behind dancer to avoid most of her attacks" no mention of the nice view ha ha. Happy Christmas Thingfishy all the best 🎁

[@rafamuhammadsanni4050]

You gained a new subs, nice video as always. It helps me alot

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Thanks for the sub, Rafa! Glad you like the vids. Thanks for watching!

[@toniohz]

Merry Christmas Mr. Thingfishy - love your videos. Any plans on making Sekiro content in 2025?

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, Toniohz! I always think of doing a Sekiro guide, but I feel like it would be half an hour of me saying "For X, learn all of the deflect timings and deflect every attack" for every boss, and I'm not sure how helpful that would be. I still haven't tried the Elden Arts mod for it, so that could be interesting. Thanks for watching!

[@toniohz]

@ thanks for replying, and that makes a lot of sense :) however as a viewer, I watch your videos mostly for the cinematic experience of being alongside you on a journey, and not so much for having a guide to follow on my own playthrough. You are amazing at making a story come to life from your play - and I for one would love to see that happen in the world of sekiro (even if it's just a single playthrough). Anyhow, best wishes for the new year - and I'm sure that I speak for all of us as I say; we can't wait for your next content regardless of the subject matter!

[@KnicKnac]

The end weapon reminds me of Sword of Night + Moonveil. Wicked looking weapon.

[@nolimitza.j5063]

its nice how he always calls lothric knights crucuble nights

[@TechNinjaSigma]

MIDIR GANG!!! BEST SOULS DRAGON!!! 🔥🐉

[@skipjacks85]

It’s def NOT faster to fight dancer early and go through Lothric castle when all the Large Titanite you need is literally on the way to opening up Friede’s boss room in Ariandel. Plus two easy titanite chunks. All you need is the Sellsword TwinBlades +7 to decimate Friede. And all the titanite scales you need for Frayed Blade are easily accessible in the Ringed City. I would recommend waiting until you have the preferred weapon of the run, the Frayed Blade, before conquering Dancer/Lothric Castle, Oceiros/Consumed Kings Garden & Untended Graves/Champ Gundyr. Save as much content as possible for this weapon. The Frayed Blade is just so good and so fun to use….

[@williamvalentine7087]

I don’t care for others opinions, Midir is, and always will be, the best dragon boss fight From have ever given us. And it’s not even close.

[@Dale_Nightking]

I 100% agree. Every chance i get, i try to fight him in my playthroughs and whenever i offer on a group post (for Xbox). I always give my utmost thanks to anyone who allows me to solo Midir on their behalf as because im summoned, it makes him tougher, which makes the fight even better. The sights, the sounds, the feel, just immaculate

[@matthijscalje4143]

Bayle is right there. Nothing beats how cinematic Bayle is on top of being a fun boss (unlike Placidusax). Also I am biased because I suck giga ass at Midir

[@williamvalentine7087]

@ nah. Midir still clears, Bayle is not a fun fight just like most of Elden ring and its bosses.

[@SRFriso94]

For Dancer, after the phase transition, you can also hug her booty and count to seven. The first seven swings hit a 180 cone in front of her, you only need to dodge the last spin. This puts you in a perfect position to get in massive amounts of damage, because the recovery on that attack takes forever.

[@ryanschmidt3319]

Would you be interested in doing an early valorheart build? I know personally I really struggle with Champion's Gravetender and Greatwolf (Gank fights are always my weakness) so advice and tips on that would be appreciated. As well Valorheart is probably the most unique weapon that FromSoft has made in the Souls Series (with maybe some exceptions in Bloodborne) and getting a showcase of it could be fun.

[@ainsly19]

Merry Christmas brother! Been bed ridden for the last week. 🤢. But your videos have been keeping me positive all the way through. I've gotten back into DS3 on PS4 to do it all over again haha. Looking forward to your work for new year can't wait! Have great holiday 🎉💯👊🏿

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Get well soon, mate! Glad the vids have helped. Thanks for all the support this year and I’ll see you in 2025 for more. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@TheShpion4ik]

a week ago i finished my first playtrough of ds3 as abyss watcher, fun to see full cosplay run as abyss watcher also. p.s. farron greatsword is the best weapon in the game, change my mind

[@lelouchlisner1691]

I used to do a run like this on the back of pestilent mist, can pretty reliably put medir down at lvl 40

[@Mudder1310]

I’m not sure I’d call this “early”. I mean, it’s earlier than usual but you’re still killing three later game bosses before going to the dlc. I suppose technically correct is still correct.

[@wickedtruth6849]

nice one Thingfishy solid Midear strat but i think ill leave the execution to you lol. Also was watching your Int/Faith SoNaF build video for help with my own build early game and was wondering did you ever make a caster Int/Faith build run like you said you would? i would be interested in seeing your thoughts on available spells.

[@ThePorkchopExpress975]

i was like “wow yes frayed blade looks great for my dex build. oh you have to beat dancer and midir, and friede and demon prince etc etc ?!?! ok nevermind “

[@Glyptodn67867]

Hey thingfishy, have you ever considered doing a bloodborne video?

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Constantly! I'm waiting until the anniversary to see if Sony may finally give us a remaster, but either way I'll almost certainly make some Bloodborne vids in 2025. Merry Christmas!

[@KanSun787]

starting a new play right now split screen lol.

[@Capthowdy098]

If you really want to commit, one could always do some farming and chuck Old Wolf's Curved Sword on the back. Edit: unless it's a Flynn Ring build, of course.

[@haim5321]

5:12 I have seen enough of your vids to know that the real reason is the shield the class start with 👀

[@BerialPhantom]

soon as the remaster hits its time for day 1 splitleaf gs rush to one hit every host ultimate twink weapon, gotta contribute to the cycle 🤣

[@MNew2023]

Merry Christmas, but why don't we get a Nightreign vid from you?

[@multifleks]

I once done a run like this but skipped bosses that weren't required to get the weapon, you can upgrade winblades to +10 through DLC just fine. Then, after blasting Abyss Watchers, I realized that rest of the run will be boring af and never finished it 😭

[@the_skiving_scholar]

All this has done is make me remember how broken sellsword twinblades are.

[@Scowleasy]

Heavy armor caestus build is my vote lol

[@AcaciaVix]

Still waiting on part 3 of the Elden Ring all achievements guide 😔

[@Nasser-do1lg]

FOR THE EMPEROR

[@eightyoneskillz]

MERRY christmas to the one and only ... why dont you make use of the titanit slap from the elevator next to the DS armor ?! the elevator has the same Mechanic like the one where you meet onion the first time in DS3 ... yes you would have to activate him but to go through Lothric castle is ways faster then to go through half of ariandel ... ;) ...

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Merry Christmas, EightyOne! That one is locked behind Grand Archives unfortunately, as the elevator only works from the top, so you have to kill Watchers, Yhorm, Aldrich and Dragonslayer Armor before you can get to it. Thank for watching and have a great festive period!

[@eightyoneskillz]

@ThingfishyGaming ahhh ... i didnt remember that you had to do sooo much stuff just for gettin it ... but it is good to know ! Thanx for the answer mate, hope you have great christmasdays

[@Picksqueal]

10:51 Cheeky...

[@aros3554]

Step 1: Kill Midir on SL1

[@fedurrrass4226]

How to beat almost all game and back to easy kill few first bosses. Ahh.

[@petelewis7801]

Woooooo

[@ThingfishyGaming]

Hope you enjoyed it, Pete. Thanks for all the support this year! Merry Christmas!

[@Vexarion]

hi

[@xCute_Catgirl]

Ahh the frayed blade, the weapon that stands sybollicly for Darksouls 3 biggest Problem, everything that has a flashy and amazing moveset does no damage while all the good weapons are just simple r1 spams without any abilitys. I really wonder how the frayed blade endet up like this xd, probably: hey boss i made this cool weapon you get it from defeating a giant laserbeam dragon thats extremly hidden in the very last dlc, it has a cool moveset... Boss: Nice now make it do bad damage and give it 20 durability, im sure players wont feel scammed 🤡