How to know if blade mail is activated

Blade Mail is a passive item in the Dark Souls series that provides a chance to reflect projectiles back at the attacker. Here are some ways to know if Blade Mail is activated:

  1. Visual cue: When Blade Mail is activated, you'll see a faint, glowing aura around your character. This aura is usually blue or purple in color and appears as a subtle, pulsing effect.
  2. Projectile reflection: The most obvious sign that Blade Mail is activated is when projectiles (such as arrows, bolts, or spells) are reflected back at the attacker. You'll see the projectiles bounce off your character and hit the enemy that fired them.
  3. Enemy reaction: Enemies that fire projectiles at you will often react differently when Blade Mail is activated. They might stop firing projectiles, become disoriented, or even attack themselves.
  4. Sound effect: Some players report hearing a distinct sound effect when Blade Mail is activated, such as a faint "ting" or "ping" sound.
  5. Gameplay feedback: Pay attention to your character's movements and animations. When Blade Mail is activated, your character might perform a specific animation, such as a quick dodge or a slight pause before attacking.

Keep in mind that Blade Mail's activation chance is based on the game's internal randomization system, so it's not always guaranteed to activate. However, by paying attention to these visual and audio cues, you can increase your chances of noticing when Blade Mail is activated.