Starting Gifts (Dark Souls II)

Starting Gifts are items in Dark Souls II which the player chooses from during character creation.

Nothing
Receive no gift.

Life Ring
This ring of old slightly increases HP.

Similar to the Tiny Being's Ring of Dark Souls.

Human Effigy
''A familiar looking effigy. Returns the hollowed to life.''

Human Effigy.

Healing Wares
''Various items used to cure poison and restore HP. Essential for anyone travelling Drangleic.''

Homeward Bone
''Returns you to the bonfire last rested at. Having one may ease your mind, but there are no easy journeys.''

Homeward Bone.

Seed of a Tree of Giants
''A seed grown from a Tree of Giants. Inedible.''

Bonfire Ascetic
''Toss into a bonfire to raise the strength of nearby foes. Only for those who seek greater challenges.''

Petrified Something
''A simple petrified lump. It may be of some use, someday.''