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How Soul Siphoning Works in Lords of the Fallen

Extract the souls from your enemies with our guide on how the Soul Siphoning mechanic works in Lords of the Fallen.
How Soul Siphoning Works in Lords of the Fallen
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As you journey through the intriguing world of Mournstead, your trusty Umbral Lamp becomes your invaluable companion, assisting you in overcoming the various challenges that await in Lords of the Fallen. Among the lamp's many functions, one noteworthy feature is the Soul Siphoning ability. This remarkable power empowers you to draw energy from the world around you or even vanquish specific adversaries.

For those who are new to the concept of Soul Siphoning or curious about the diverse applications it can have in the game, we've got you covered. In the following discussion, we'll unveil the mechanics of the Soul Siphoning ability and how it collaborates with your Umbral Lamp to enhance your experience in Lords of the Fallen.

What is Soul Siphoning in Lords of the Fallen

The Soul Siphon ability in Lords of the Fallen serves two primary purposes: the extraction of Soul Flay Charges and Vigor. To get started, it's essential to understand how to use the Soul Siphon ability, a simple process that involves raising your Umbral Lamp and pressing and holding the R1/RB/L-Click button while either targeting a source or being near it.

How Does The Soul Siphon Work main uses
Soul Siphon is mainly used to replenish your Soul Flay charges, which can help dramatically in tough battles. (Picture: Shane / Hexworks)

Soul Siphoning offers two key functions within the game. The first is replenishing your Soul Flay charges, achievable by targeting either an enemy or an Umbral blister (only found within Umbral) and Siphoning them. Umbral blisters will explode upon Siphoning, granting you a full Soul Flay Charge. When used on enemies, it won't kill them, but it will provide you with a charge while also drawing the enemy's attention towards you.

The second use of Soul Siphoning is to eradicate Umbral Parasites. These pesky creatures reside in Umbral but can buff enemies in Axiom, making them more challenging to deal with. Utilizing Soul Siphon from Axiom is the most convenient way to eliminate them, and also rewards you with Vigor. While you can destroy them with melee attacks, you'll need to venture into Umbral to do so, making Soul Siphon a more practical option if you wish to remain in Axiom.

How Does The Soul Siphon Work Uses for Umbral Parasites and more
The Soul Siphon is also the best way to deal with Umbral Parasites, so using it effectively during battle to gain Soul Flay charges and remove these parasites is a skill worth learning. (Picture: Shane / Hexworks)

Soul Siphoning is a straightforward mechanic, but it can be easy to overlook amid the melee and magic-based combat in the game. We highly recommend using the Soul Siphon ability regularly to maintain your Soul Flay charges, providing you with a valuable advantage during battles when it's needed most. So, give this ability a try, practice its usage, and you'll swiftly add a powerful tool to your arsenal as you tackle the challenges that await you in Lords of the Fallen.