Heres a quick tip for any one struggling with the dlc. Focus on "physical damage negation" Use the Dragon Crest Great Shield Talisman (20%) Use the Opline Hardtear in the Physiks Flask. (10%) Eat Boiled crab (20%) And cast Golden Vow (10%) That's a total of 60% off the damage you would normally take. And this is NAKED. if you wear heavy armour, it can get up to 80%. And all this for 25 faith. And 1 talisman slot and 1 physics slot. Very very low investment for such a strong build. And if you don't want faith, just don't use Golden Vow.