Dark Souls III: Mastering the Art of Hollowing with Profaned Coal

In Dark Souls III, players can delve into new depths of character customization by harnessing the power of Hollow infusions. This article will explore how to unlock this potent gameplay mechanic and showcase one of its most powerful applications - the hollowed greatsword.

Unlocking Hollow Infusion in Dark Souls 3

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To access the world of dark magic, players must first obtain two crucial items: Profaned Coal and a Hollow Gem. These rare materials can be found throughout various locations across Lothric:

1. Profane Coal: This coal is used to infuse weapons with hollow properties. It can be obtained by defeating certain bosses or through other means not yet fully understood.

2. Hollow Gem: Early access to this gemstone is possible in the Farron’s Keep area, where it can be found hidden away among its dark passageways.

Once these materials are in your possession, head to a nearby blacksmith and choose 'Infuse' from their available options. From there, select the weapon you wish to hollowize (typically a greatsword) followed by selecting 'Hollow' as the infusion type.

Crafting Your Hollowed Greatsword

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With both Profane Coal and your chosen greatsword in hand, proceed to an anvil or furnace capable of crafting items at any blacksmith's workshop. Select the 'Great Sword' category from the available options before choosing either the 2-Handed Broadsword or Uchigioroshi Greatswords, depending on personal preference.

Next, select your chosen weapon as a base and follow through with the infusion process by selecting Profaned Coal followed by Hollow Gem. After completing these steps, equip your newly crafted hollow greatsword to unleash its full potential against those pesky hollow enemies that seem omnipresent throughout Dark Souls III's dark world.

Tips for Using Your Hollowed Greatsword

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1. Always carry a decent amount of Estus flasks or other healing items due to the increased damage dealt by these swords often comes at an equally high cost in terms of health points.

2. Be mindful of your surroundings when using this powerful weapon, as its wide range can easily catch friendly npcs off guard and lead to some unwanted player versus character (PvC) combat.

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With our comprehensive guide on how to hollow a greatsword complete, you're now equipped with all the knowledge necessary to take down even the most fearsome foes that Dark Souls III throws your way. Remember: practice makes perfect! Happy adventuring brave soul!

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