Gives 12,000 souls when consumed. Yes the game is forcing you to switch weapons but it gives you plenty of options on what to switch to. 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Well partially, at a certain point, it's completely impractical to try to compare a non upgraded weapon you've picked up off the ground with a weapon you use normally and is upgraded. The world of Dark Souls is massive to say the least. That's fun, and hard. Your Shield is usable but not amazing. #1 - (Discontinued) - Duration: 24:51. 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