Tales of Drangleic

⭐ ⭐ (950 endorsements) 📥 28,359 downloads 📌 v2.0 📅 10/2/2020
⚪ Last updated 2021

By AoiYozora · Gameplay Changes

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/3/2021 📅 Created: 10/2/2020

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.3% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #11 of 169 Gameplay Changes mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Dark Souls II: Tales of Drangleic About This Mod:

Prepare yourself for a new Dark Souls II experience as the mod aims to add a little bit life into Drangleic, as well as make the game feel a little more like Dark Souls and Dark Souls III.  Edit: this part got quite a few people mad so I'm just going to cross it out.

December 25th 2020: Note from author

"After an overwhelming 100 endorsements and a total of more than 3000 downloads, I am proud to say that this has been one of my greatest achievements thus far. With the last update release of my mod, I would like to end this on a good note and say that this is the final release. Unless there are any major bugs or crashes that need to be fixed, this will be the final update to the game. I would like to move on to new things, try different things, and I want to try to achieve my dreams. It was really fun watching all of Prod's videos/streams and I'm glad he finished it. I'll be looking forward to trying new mods from this community and I am definitely hyped for Stayed's new mod. I really love Dark Souls II and possibly my favorite game of all time, with this mod and all these months of effort, I hope I can give a little back to this community. Also Merry Christmas!"

Changes

• Almost all the areas in base game aside from the Lost Bastille can be backtracked to Majula.

• A majority bosses have been rebalanced in difficulty as well as change in speed. (Covetous

Demon, Old Dragonslayer, and Last Giant are no jokes anymore.)

• Areas have been rebalanced, such as upped in difficulty and nerfed in difficulty such as the

Shrine of Amana. This makes some run-ups to bosses less stressful.

• Some changes for some enemy placement.

• Some level redesign changes, with some area reroutes.

• A lot of Areas that needed decorating will make the game feel more lived in. (DLCs included)

• Increased Estus maximum capacity to 20, but can only acquire 15-16 in NG, and can acquire

Estus cap in NG+. Estus speed has changed a little, making the animation slightly faster.

• Some items and descriptions have been renamed. (Still lore friendly)

• Some bosses have been renamed, such as Old Dragonslayer >> Old Dragonslayer Ornstein.

• A huge increase in all Weapon and Shield durability.

• Majula has some NPCs rearranged to make them feel a bit more lively.

• Minor changes in item placement

• Completely overhauled starting Classes and some starting items.

• Stamina in rolls have been slightly reduced, max repeating rolls can go up to 8 (99 end+third dragon ring) while minimum at 3 (base) rolls.

• A couple of bonfire rearrangements have been made in a few areas.

• Modified Starting classes and some starting gifts to make things more interesting.

How to install and unins

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

Tales of Drangleic is a comprehensive overhaul for Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin that rebalances mechanics and difficulty while adding decorative objects to empty areas. With 950 endorsements and 28k downloads, it's a community favorite for players seeking a fresh, more challenging playthrough.

✨ Key Features

Rebalances game mechanics and difficulty for a new experience
Adds decorative objects to areas that feel empty
Overhauls the entire game for a fresh playthrough

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Community-approved with 950 endorsements and 28k downloads
  • Adds visual flair to barren areas, making exploration more interesting
  • Rebalances difficulty for veterans looking for a new challenge

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2021, so may not be compatible with the latest game patches
  • Overhaul mods can conflict with other gameplay mods, so check compatibility
  • Difficulty rebalance might be too punishing for casual players
🎯 Is This For You?
For Dark Souls II veterans who have beaten the game multiple times and want a fresh, more challenging experience. Also for players who enjoy exploring and appreciate added environmental details. Skip if you prefer the vanilla balance or are new to the game.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to disable EAC (Easy Anti-Cheat) before modding DS2 SOTFS, as it can interfere with mods.
  • Use a mod manager like Mod Organizer 2 to keep your game files clean and easily revert changes.
  • Back up your save files before installing, as overhaul mods can alter game data significantly.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Darksouls2 Mods
Author
AoiYozora
Version
2.0
Downloads
28,359
Endorsements
950
Category
Gameplay Changes
Created
10/2/2020
Updated
5/3/2021

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