Talk:Dragon Slayer Ornstein and Executioner Smough/@comment-25653465-20141117002404/@comment-4511886-20141117055835

The big issue here is the fact that you're using the Demon's Spear.

The spear deals lightning damage, which Orns is practically immune to. I would reccomend using a quick hitting Strength weapon. The (Reinforced) Club could work. Alternatively, since you're going to need 24/24 to use his spear, you can try a quality weapon, like the Longsword or any variation of it.

A generally working strategy is to stay under him. That way, only his backstep and "Banzai Drop" will ever hit you. Both of these can be avoided by rolling forward and away in any direction, respectively. Using the pillars to get openings to heal is also a good idea.