In Dark Souls 3, the Ring of Sacrifice functions similarly to its counterparts in previous games, but with one key difference: it cannot be repaired once it breaks.
How the Ring of Sacrifice Works in Dark Souls 3
The Ring of Sacrifice is a unique item that allows players to retain their souls and humanity upon death, but at the cost of the ring itself. When equipped and the player dies, they will respawn at the last bonfire with their souls and humanity intact, but the ring will be destroyed and removed from their inventory.
Unlike in Dark Souls 2, where the ring could be repaired for a small fee, the Ring of Sacrifice in Dark Souls 3 is permanently broken once it activates. This means that players must be more selective in when they choose to use the ring, as they will not be able to reuse it later in the game.
Additionally, the Ring of Sacrifice will break even if the player dies while being summoned as a phantom in another player’s world. This can be frustrating for players who frequently engage in co-op or PvP, as they may find themselves running out of the limited supply of rings.
Obtaining the Ring of Sacrifice in Dark Souls 3
The Ring of Sacrifice can be obtained in several ways in Dark Souls 3:
Received from the Nestling for Loretta’s Bone
Sold by Yuria of Londor for 5,000 Souls or by the Shrine Handmaid with Yuria’s Ashes
Found in various areas throughout the game world
Players can also find upgraded versions of the ring, such as the Ring of Sacrifice 1, 2, and 3, which are obtained through progression in New Game cycles.
It’s important to note that the Ring of Sacrifice is not a cure-all for death in Dark Souls 3. The ring will not protect players from certain types of death, such as those caused by curse effects. Additionally, using the ring will still result in the player becoming unembered if they were in that state prior to their death.