Inherit Benhart of Jugo's Equipment: How to Get His Gear

Completing NPC questlines in Dark Souls 2 requires dedicated effort, but inheriting Benhart of Jugo's equipment is one of the most rewarding achievements for completionists. Benhart is a friendly, brave warrior carrying what appears to be a legendary greatsword, and helping him fulfill his journey yields unique rewards. Understanding the exact steps needed to complete his questline ensures players do not accidentally lock themselves out of acquiring his gear.

Starting Benhart's Questline and Unlocking Locations

Your encounters with Benhart begin near the entrance to the Shaded Woods, where he sits blocked by a petrified statue. Using a Fragrant Branch of Yore on Rosabeth unblocks the path and allows you to exhaust Benhart's dialogue. Afterwards, he will move throughout Drangleic, appearing in locations like Drangleic Castle and the Forest of Fallen Giants.

Summoning Benhart for Boss Battles

To inherit his gear, Benhart must be summoned for at least three boss fights and survive until each battle concludes. His summon sign can be found before encounters such as Prowling Magus and Congregation in Brightstone Cove Tseldora, and the Looking Glass Knight in King's Passage. If he perishes during a battle, players should safely quit or use a Homeward Bone to retry the fight without losing progress.

Using Bonfire Ascetics for Efficient Progress

For players who miss early summon opportunities, using a Bonfire Ascetic offers a fast alternative. Burning an ascetic at the Royal Army Campsite bonfire resets the Prowling Magus encounter, which is relatively simple to defeat multiple times. Defeating this boss three times alongside a surviving Benhart satisfies the quest requirements completely within a single playthrough.

Claiming the Bluemoon Greatsword and Armor Set

Once you have successfully completed three boss fights with Benhart, travel to the Memory of Orro. Exhaust his dialogue options in this realm to receive his iconic set, including his helm, armor, gauntlets, and the Bluemoon Greatsword. This completes his storyline, granting both the gear and the associated achievement for your collection.