Dark Souls 2 has always been considered the outlier of FromSoftware’s acclaimed titles, admired mainly by a niche audience who recognize its unique contributions to the genre. Recently, a player named DSelizabeth made headlines for an unusual method of defeating Sir Alonne, a notoriously difficult boss, by performing self-inflicted damage through the game’s mechanics.

In an audacious display, DSelizabeth faced Sir Alonne on NG+7, achieving victory by committing ‘seppuku’—a tactic that involved stabbing themselves with their own weapon to boost its effectiveness while dealing damage to the boss indirectly. This method, while seemingly absurd, showcased an impressive understanding of the game’s mechanics and timing.

“To defeat Sir Alonne on NG+7, I counted 47 self-inflicted wounds to finally bring him down.”
Translation: “To defeat Sir Alonne on NG+7, I counted 47 times of hurting myself to finally defeat him.”

The boss, known for his powerful attacks and unforgiving nature, was no match for this creative strategy, proving once again that in Dark Souls 2, even the most difficult challenges can be tackled in unexpected ways.