How to ‘follow in the steps of the doomed paladin’ in Lords of the Fallen

With the use of the handy Threshold Lamp, you will find some secrets waiting to be discovered. One character you will encounter is the paladin and his lamp is now handled by you yourself.

That's why following in the Paladin's footsteps can yield great rewards, including the hidden Dark Crusader class, so you won't want to miss this opportunity. Below we leave you a complete guide so you can learn in depth:

How to ‘follow in the steps of the doomed paladin’ in Lords of the Fallen

Initiating the Quest: The Flayed Skin

The journey begins with acquiring the Flayed Skin, a crucial quest item. If it's absent from your inventory, revisit the Vestige of Ranik. Navigate past the battlefield where the initial Lightreaper encounter transpired, turning rightward.

Unveiling the Stigmas

Stigmas manifest as ethereal blue butterflies hovering in specific locations. To interact with a Stigma, employ Soulflay, a technique that unveils a spectral vision of a past event. Successfully activating a Stigma bestows Umbral Scourings upon completion, typically appearing on the right side of your screen.

Following the Paladin's Trail

Here's a comprehensive breakdown of each Stigma's whereabouts:

Stigma 1: Lower Calrath - Following your exploration of Fitzroy's Gorge, teleport to the Vestige of Sebastian. Descend the stairs, then turn right towards the broken bridge. Transition into the Umbral plane, traversing the repaired bone bridge. Upon crossing, veer left to find the kneeling paladin Stigma. Soulflay it to witness the vision and claim your reward, likely a Wooden Dark Crusader Cross.

Stigmas 2 & 3: Fief of the Chill Curse - Access to this secluded area necessitates obtaining the Fief Key. Procure it from Andreas of Ebb in Skyrest Bridge. Alternatively, the key can be looted from the Vestige of Zai (near the pit fight). Once acquired, teleport to the Vestige of Marco the Axe. Locate the icy, locked gate adorned with a hanging bell. Interact with the gate to unlock the passage using the key, granting access to the Fief of the Chill Curse.

Stigma 3: A Trial of Valor - This Stigma demands perseverance, as it lies deep within the Fief of the Chill Curse. Progress through the area until you confront the Hollow Crow boss. Proceed further to the Vestige of Loash, where you must vanquish the Umbral entity, Lucy, tethered to the giant crow.

Confronting the Paladin's Burden

Upon activating all four Stigmas, face the imposing Paladin's Burden within the designated arena. Soulflay the central Stigma to initiate the climactic battle. Be prepared for a formidable challenge, as the Paladin's Burden is a worthy adversary.

Rewards and Glory

Emerging victorious from this secret encounter grants you the Umbral-Tinged Flayed Skin, a trove of Umbral Scourings, and a coveted Vestige Seed.

Additional Considerations

A Worthy Challenge: The Paladin's Burden is a formidable foe. Ensure you are well-equipped and possess honed combat skills before attempting this fight.

Alternative Key Location: While Andreas of Ebb provides the Fief Key, it can also be found as loot near the pit fight in the Vestige of Zai.

Accessibility for Visually Impaired Players: For players who rely on audio cues, Stigmas emit a faint chime or whisper in addition to the visual presence of blue butterflies.

With these guidelines and by accepting the challenge, you will conquer the paladin's charge and claim the rewards that are yours in Lords of the Fallen.