Gwyndolin

The hidden sorcerer deity who created illusions to protect Anor Londo.

Gwyndolin is a powerful sorcerer with strong affinity with the Moon and presides over the Darkmoon covenant. He is Gwyn's son, but was raised as his daughter. By the time of Dark Souls, Gwyndolin is the only remaining deity in Anor Londo. He created the illusion of sunlight, as well as Princess Gwynevere, to compel the Chosen Undead to defeat Gwyn and rekindle the First Flame yet again. If the player attacks Gwynevere, the illusion is shattered and the city reverts to its true appearance, shrouded in darkness.

Lore & Background

Gwyndolin is the son of Gwyn, ruler of the Gods, but was raised as his daughter. He is a powerful sorcerer with strong affinity with the Moon and presides over the Darkmoon covenant.

Reader's Guide

Gwyndolin is encountered in Dark Souls as the guardian of the Darkmoon covenant. He created the illusion of sunlight and Princess Gwynevere to manipulate the Chosen Undead into linking the First Flame. If the player attacks Gwynevere, the illusion shatters and Anor Londo becomes dark. In Dark Souls III, Gwyndolin is being consumed alive by Aldrich, Devourer of Gods, in the same room where Ornstein and Smough were formerly fought.