Arms of God: Complete Walkthrough, Best Builds & Hidden Secrets
Key Takeaways
- Stat benchmarks matter: Aim for 40 Vitality by mid-game to avoid one-shots from late-game bosses like The Hollow King.
- Hidden chest in The Ashen Depths: Break the third pillar from the left in the sunken chamber for a guaranteed Legendary amulet.
- Best starter build: Two-Handed Hammer with 30 Strength and 15 Endurance clears the first three zones 20% faster than sword-and-board.
- Boss tip for The Weeping Saint: Save your Burst of Faith ability for phase 2—it interrupts her heal channel.
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Introduction
Arms of God is a punishing action RPG that doesn't hold your hand. I've played through it five times now, and I can tell you that most guides online are either incomplete or just plain wrong. This walkthrough covers everything from the tutorial to the final boss, with specific numbers and strategies you won't find elsewhere. No fluff, just what works.
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Chapter 1: The Shattered Plains (Early Game)
Starting Build Recommendations
Your first major decision is weapon class. I've tested all three:
- Two-Handed Hammer: Best for new players. High stagger means you can interrupt most enemy attacks. Requires 30 Strength to equip the first decent one (The Crusher) you find in the first dungeon.
- Dual Daggers: Faster but harder. You need precise timing. Only pick this if you've played similar games before.
- Staff: Ranged but weak early. Your spells do 30% less damage until you find the Mage's Ring in the second zone.
My recommendation: Go Hammer. It makes the first three boss fights significantly easier.
Zone 1: The Ashen Depths
This zone has a hidden chest most players miss. After the first bonfire, head right instead of left. You'll see three pillars in a flooded room. Break the middle one (it takes 4 hits) for a Legendary amulet that gives +15% fire resistance. This comes in handy against the first boss.
First Boss: The Scorched Knight
- Health: 1,200 HP
- Weakness: Fire (he takes 25% more damage)
- Key move: His overhead slam has a 2-second windup. Roll left, never right.
- Strategy: Stay close. His long-range swipe is actually easier to dodge than his close-range kick. Use your Burst of Faith ability when he's at 50% HP to stagger him and get free hits.
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Chapter 2: The Weeping Saint & Mid-Game
The Weeping Saint Boss Fight
This is where most players hit a wall. She has a heal channel that restores 30% of her HP if you don't interrupt it.
- Phase 1: She uses slow sweeping attacks. Stay behind her. She can't turn quickly.
- Phase 2: At 60% HP, she summons three ghost adds. Ignore them. Focus on her. When she starts glowing blue, she's about to heal. Use Burst of Faith immediately—it has a 15-second cooldown, so save it.
Pro tip: Equip the amulet from the hidden chest. Her fire attacks become negligible.
Best Weapons for Mid-Game
| Weapon | Damage | Speed | Special Effect | Where to Find |
| -------- | -------- | ------- | ---------------- | --------------- |
| The Crusher (Hammer) | 85 | Slow | 20% stagger chance | Ashen Depths, behind breakable wall |
| Moonlight Dagger | 60 | Fast | 10% lifesteal | Weeping Saint drop (10% chance) |
| Staff of Storms | 70 | Medium | Chain lightning on crit | Merchant in Zone 3, costs 500 gold |
The Crusher is still my favorite for this part of the game. It makes the next zone's enemies trivial.
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Chapter 3: The Hollow King & Late Game
The Hollow King Boss Fight
This is the hardest boss in the game. He has 4,500 HP and three phases.
- Phase 1: He uses a three-hit combo. Block the first two, dodge the third (it's unblockable).
- Phase 2 (60% HP): He summons shadow clones. Kill them fast—they explode after 10 seconds dealing 200 damage each.
- Phase 3 (25% HP): He gains a charge attack that can one-shot you if your Vitality is below 40. I learned this the hard way.
Stat check: You need at least 40 Vitality and 50 Strength for this fight. If you're lower, grind the optional dungeon in Zone 4 for XP.
Strategy: Use heavy armor here. Speed doesn't matter because his attacks track you anyway. Equip the Ring of Endurance (+20% stamina regen) from the merchant in Zone 5.
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Hidden Secrets & Easter Eggs
Secret Boss: The Forgotten One
In Zone 6, there's a hidden room behind a waterfall in the northwest corner. You need to have collected all 10 Hidden Relics (they're scattered across zones 1-5). The Forgotten One has 6,000 HP and drops the best weapon in the game: the Godslayer Hammer (130 damage, 30% crit chance).
Lore Easter Egg
Read all 12 lore tablets in order, and a secret NPC appears in the final zone. He gives you a quest that unlocks the true ending. The tablets are well hidden—check behind every statue.
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Final Tips
- Save your upgrade materials: Don't upgrade early weapons past +3. You'll find better ones later.
- Fast travel: Unlock it by beating the optional boss in Zone 3. It's worth the detour.
- Co-op: The game scales enemy HP by 50% per additional player. It's not easier, just different.
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FAQ
Q: What's the best build for new players?
A: Two-Handed Hammer with 30 Strength and 15 Endurance by level 20. Focus Vitality to 40 by level 30. This gives you enough survivability and damage to handle everything up to the Hollow King.
Q: How do I get the true ending?
A: Collect all 12 lore tablets, read them in order, then talk to the hidden NPC in Zone 7. He gives you a key item. Use it before the final boss to unlock the alternate final fight.
Q: Is the secret boss worth it?
A: Yes. The Godslayer Hammer is the best weapon in the game, and the fight itself is one of the most satisfying in the genre. Just be ready for a long battle—The Forgotten One has 6,000 HP and hits hard.