Conquering the treacherous landscapes of the Lands Between requires every advantage a Tarnished can secure, and spirit ashes stand among the most impactful tools available. Among these summoned allies, six specific Legendary Ashen Remains provide powerful utility, massive damage output, or unmatched survivability during tough boss encounters. Collecting all six legendary spirit summons is also essential for players aiming to unlock the Legendary Ashen Remains achievement or trophy.
The Pinnacle of Distraction: Mimic Tear and Black Knife Tiche
The Mimic Tear Remains is widely considered one of the strongest spirit summons because it creates a duplicate of your character, complete with equipped weapons, spells, and items. Located behind a statue seal in Nokron, Eternal City, this summon consumes health instead of Focus Points, making it accessible to virtually any build. It excels at drawing enemy attention and applying status effects alongside the player.
Equally devastating is Black Knife Tiche, acquired by defeating Alecto, Black Knife Ringleader at the Ringleader's Evergaol in southwestern Liurnia. Tiche possesses high mobility, evasive maneuvers, and a unique ranged attack that temporarily reduces an enemy's maximum health while dealing continuous damage. This makes her exceptionally potent against high-health bosses across late-game areas.
Defensive Powerhouses: Lhutel the Headless and Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff
For players seeking a resilient frontline tank, Lhutel the Headless offers exceptional survivability through her phasing ability and heavy shield. Found by defeating the Cemetery Shade in the Tombsward Catacombs on the Weeping Peninsula, Lhutel teleports around the battlefield to avoid incoming damage while throwing spectral lances from a distance. Keeping up with daily gaming news often reveals how players rely on her early in their journey for reliable support.
Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff serves as another formidable defensive option who uses lightning incantations and a massive greatshield to draw aggro. Players can claim Kristoff's ashes by clearing the Sainted Hero's Grave located in the Altus Plateau region. His ability to knock down smaller foes and withstand heavy blows makes him a great tactical asset for caster characters.
Tactical Range and Support: Redmane Knight Ogha and Cleanrot Knight Finlay
Redmane Knight Ogha provides long-range fire support by firing heavy Greatbow shots that can interrupt and stagger large enemies. Acquired after defeating the Putrid Tree Spirit inside the War-Dead Catacombs in Radahn's arena, Ogha responds dynamically when the player uses war cries by releasing a volley of gravity arrows. This interaction makes him a fantastic partner for strength and melee-focused builds.
Finally, Cleanrot Knight Finlay offers a versatile blend of offensive holy damage and supportive buffs. Hidden within a chest guarded by a powerful enemy inside Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree, Finlay immediately grants the player a buff that regenerates health and boosts physical defense upon being summoned. Her holy projectiles and rapid melee thrusts deal steady damage against aggressive endgame threats.
