This is a guide to Hoplite, an enemy in Demon's Souls for the PS5. Read on to learn about Hoplite including its HP, Souls obtained, drops, locations, defenses, resistances, guard abilities, and its variants.

Hoplite Stats Overview

Hoplite Stats and Drops

Hoplite Defenses

Hoplite Status Resistances

Hoplite Block Rate

Hoplite Locations

Boletaria 1-1

A huge stone castle in the northern kingdom of Boletaria.
Hungry soldiers whose souls have been stolen by demons attack trespassers, and terrible dragons nest there.

1-1: Boletarian Palace

Boletaria 1-2

Archstone of the Demon Phalanx.
Past the huge Boletarian castle gates lies the Cliff Pathway, now a feeding ground for dragons, which leads to the inner ward, where the knights live.

1-2: Phalanx Archstone

How to Beat Hoplite

Attack From Behind

Hoplites have a shield on their front body which greatly reduces the damage they take. You'll want to attack them from behind to avoid hitting their shield and thus, deal more damage.

Use Fire Attacks

Using fire against the Hoplites will severely damage them. This is especially effective when hoplites are grouped up like in the Phalanx boss fight.

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Boletarian Palace