Dark Souls 3 takes place in a dying world called Lothric, which is plagued by darkness, twisted creatures, and cursed undead. The game's lore tells the story of the rise and fall of various kingdoms, the cycle of fire and darkness, and the struggle of the player character to link the fire and extend the age of fire, or usher in an age of dark. You are the Ashen One, tasked with this decision. There are Firekeepers who tend to the Bonfires. Each Undead can resurrect at a Bonfire, but at a cost.