Blades of the Nightmare — Bloodborne Legendary Run
The eleven weapons of the Old Hunters, from Rakuyo to the Kos Parasite: what the Nightmare leaves for those who descend into it.
The eleven weapons of the Old Hunters, from Rakuyo to the Kos Parasite: what the Nightmare leaves for those who descend into it.
Beast Cutter
Obtain Beast Cutter on this character.
The Old Hunters used this heavy iron cleaver, which extends into a segmented whip. The Normal version rests near the lower steps of the cathedral in the Hunter's Nightmare. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Beast Cutter
Obtain Lost Beast Cutter on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Beast Cutter +3
Upgrade one Beast Cutter to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beast Cutter +6
Upgrade one Beast Cutter to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beast Cutter +9
Upgrade one Beast Cutter to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beast Cutter +10
Upgrade one Beast Cutter to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Beast Cutter
Obtain Uncanny Beast Cutter on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Beasthunter Saif
Obtain Beasthunter Saif on this character.
This curved blade of the Old Hunters folds to make its attacks faster. The Normal version is in the Hunter's Nightmare, on a ledge above the corpse-filled canal. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Beasthunter Saif
Obtain Lost Beasthunter Saif on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Beasthunter Saif +3
Upgrade one Beasthunter Saif to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beasthunter Saif +6
Upgrade one Beasthunter Saif to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beasthunter Saif +9
Upgrade one Beasthunter Saif to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Beasthunter Saif +10
Upgrade one Beasthunter Saif to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Beasthunter Saif
Obtain Uncanny Beasthunter Saif on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Boom Hammer
Obtain Boom Hammer on this character.
The Powder Kegs fitted this hammer with a small furnace. The Normal version is in the trapped house beyond the turret bridge in the Hunter's Nightmare. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Boom Hammer
Obtain Lost Boom Hammer on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Boom Hammer +3
Upgrade one Boom Hammer to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Boom Hammer +6
Upgrade one Boom Hammer to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Boom Hammer +9
Upgrade one Boom Hammer to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Boom Hammer +10
Upgrade one Boom Hammer to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Boom Hammer
Obtain Uncanny Boom Hammer on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Amygdalan Arm
Obtain Amygdalan Arm on this character.
The arm of a small Amygdala serves as a club; when extended, it still moves. The Normal version rests at the back of the cave guarded by a Blood-starved Beast in the Hunter's Nightmare. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Amygdalan Arm
Obtain Lost Amygdalan Arm on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Amygdalan Arm +3
Upgrade one Amygdalan Arm to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Amygdalan Arm +6
Upgrade one Amygdalan Arm to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Amygdalan Arm +9
Upgrade one Amygdalan Arm to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Amygdalan Arm +10
Upgrade one Amygdalan Arm to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Amygdalan Arm
Obtain Uncanny Amygdalan Arm on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Whirligig Saw
Obtain Whirligig Saw on this character.
A Powder Keg weapon wielded by Valtr, this club incorporates a mechanism of serrated saws. The normal version is found on a gravestone below the Nightmare Church lamp. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC variants can be bought in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the normal version.
Lost Whirligig Saw
Obtain Lost Whirligig Saw on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Whirligig Saw +3
Upgrade one Whirligig Saw to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Whirligig Saw +6
Upgrade one Whirligig Saw to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Whirligig Saw +9
Upgrade one Whirligig Saw to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Whirligig Saw +10
Upgrade one Whirligig Saw to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Whirligig Saw
Obtain Uncanny Whirligig Saw on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Holy Moonlight Sword
Obtain Holy Moonlight Sword on this character.
After defeating Ludwig, obtain the sword from his head or from Simon at the same location. Speaking to the head while wearing Church attire, or striking it, lets you obtain the weapon. Collect it before advancing Simon’s quest beyond this point: his departure can make it missable. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC variants can be bought in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the normal version.
Lost Holy Moonlight Sword
Obtain Lost Holy Moonlight Sword on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Holy Moonlight Sword +3
Upgrade one Holy Moonlight Sword to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Holy Moonlight Sword +6
Upgrade one Holy Moonlight Sword to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Holy Moonlight Sword +9
Upgrade one Holy Moonlight Sword to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Holy Moonlight Sword +10
Upgrade one Holy Moonlight Sword to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Holy Moonlight Sword
Obtain Uncanny Holy Moonlight Sword on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Church Pick
Obtain Church Pick on this character.
An old Church weapon that transforms from a greatsword into a war pick. The hunter imprisoned after Ludwig drops it when killed; the Underground Cell Key opens the way to him. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Church Pick
Obtain Lost Church Pick on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Church Pick +3
Upgrade one Church Pick to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Church Pick +6
Upgrade one Church Pick to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Church Pick +9
Upgrade one Church Pick to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Church Pick +10
Upgrade one Church Pick to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Church Pick
Obtain Uncanny Church Pick on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Simon's Bowblade
Obtain Simon's Bowblade on this character.
Simon preferred a bow to firearms: his curved blade transforms into a bow. He gives it to you at the end of his quest, near the Lighthouse Hut, or drops it upon death. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC variants can be bought in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the normal version.
Lost Simon's Bowblade
Obtain Lost Simon's Bowblade on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Simon's Bowblade +3
Upgrade one Simon's Bowblade to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Simon's Bowblade +6
Upgrade one Simon's Bowblade to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Simon's Bowblade +9
Upgrade one Simon's Bowblade to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Simon's Bowblade +10
Upgrade one Simon's Bowblade to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Simon's Bowblade
Obtain Uncanny Simon's Bowblade on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Rakuyo
Obtain Rakuyo on this character.
Maria abandoned this weapon in a well. The Normal version is dropped by the unarmed Shark-Giant that joins the fight at the bottom of the Fishing Hamlet well. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Rakuyo
Obtain Lost Rakuyo on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Rakuyo +3
Upgrade one Rakuyo to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Rakuyo +6
Upgrade one Rakuyo to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Rakuyo +9
Upgrade one Rakuyo to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Rakuyo +10
Upgrade one Rakuyo to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Rakuyo
Obtain Uncanny Rakuyo on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Bloodletter
Obtain Bloodletter on this character.
Brador gives this weapon its bloody form by plunging it into his own body. He drops it when killed in his cell, which is opened with the Underground Cell Inner Chamber Key found near the Lighthouse Hut. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Bloodletter
Obtain Lost Bloodletter on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Bloodletter +3
Upgrade one Bloodletter to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Bloodletter +6
Upgrade one Bloodletter to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Bloodletter +9
Upgrade one Bloodletter to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Bloodletter +10
Upgrade one Bloodletter to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Bloodletter
Obtain Uncanny Bloodletter on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Kos Parasite
Obtain Kos Parasite on this character.
The Orphan of Kos drops this weapon when defeated. The Milkweed rune unlocks the transformation's moves; it is not required simply to obtain the parasite. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions all count for this weapon. DLC weapon variants can be purchased in Chalice Dungeons after obtaining the Normal version.
Lost Kos Parasite
Obtain Lost Kos Parasite on this character.
Lost versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Lost version counts for this achievement.
Kos Parasite +3
Upgrade one Kos Parasite to +3 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +1 to +3. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Kos Parasite +6
Upgrade one Kos Parasite to +6 or higher on this character.
Twin Blood Stone Shards upgrade weapons from +4 to +6. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Kos Parasite +9
Upgrade one Kos Parasite to +9 or higher on this character.
Blood Stone Chunks upgrade weapons from +7 to +9. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. A weapon already upgraded beyond this tier also counts. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Kos Parasite +10
Upgrade one Kos Parasite to +10 on this character.
A Blood Rock takes a weapon from +9 to +10, the maximum upgrade. Normal, Uncanny and Lost versions are all accepted for this weapon. One copy is enough; it must belong to the same character.
Uncanny Kos Parasite
Obtain Uncanny Kos Parasite on this character.
Uncanny versions change the blood gem slots, not the weapon model. Chalice Dungeon Messengers sell this version once you obtain the normal version. Only the Uncanny version counts for this achievement.
Ludwig — From the Accursed to the Holy Blade
Defeat Ludwig, the Accursed and then the Holy Blade, at the Underground Corpse Pile in your own world.
Ludwig regains his sword midway through the fight. His two names refer to two phases of a single boss; speaking to his head after the fight is not required here.
Orphan of Kos — The Duel on the Shore
Defeat the Orphan of Kos on the coast of the Fishing Hamlet in your own world.
Victory grants the Kos Parasite. A dark shadow then remains over Kos’s body: striking it ends the Nightmare, but that separate action is not required for this achievement.
The Hunt of the Old Hunters
With the Eye of a Blood-drunk Hunter, let the Amygdala near Oedon Chapel grab you and enter the Hunter's Nightmare.
The Eye appears in the Dream after defeating Amelia and examining the altar skull. Being grabbed by the Amygdala near the chapel's left exit grants access to The Old Hunters.
The Church Before Ludwig
Light the Nightmare Church lamp near the path to Ludwig.
This small church offers a return point near the Underground Corpse Pile. It should not be confused with the Nightmare Grand Cathedral, where Laurence lies.
Behind the Church's Bars
After defeating Ludwig, pass through the underground cell corridor leading to the elevator altar room.
Yamamura and Brador are imprisoned along this passage. The corridor can be explored without opening their cells; their two keys are found later in the nightmare.
The Shore of Kos
Reach the coast and Kos's corpse at the far end of the Fishing Hamlet.
Beyond the caves, the beach opens beneath a pale moon. Kos's body lies at the water's edge; reaching the shore does not require defeating the Orphan.
At the Bottom of the Well
Climb down the well in the Fishing Hamlet square and set foot at the bottom.
The well houses two shark giants and Maria's Rakuyo. Descending the first ladder is enough for this discovery; killing the guardians or retrieving the weapon is not required.