In Dark Souls, what is the name of the ring that allows access to the Abyss beneath New Londo?

In Dark Souls, the ring that allows access to the Abyss beneath New Londo is the Covenant of Artorias.

The ring is obtained by defeating Great Grey Wolf Sif in Darkroot Garden. Its description says that it was created for Artorias, the Abysswalker, and that it protects its wearer from the Abyss. The player must equip it before entering the Four Kings’ arena, because removing it causes the character to fall and die rather than stand on the Abyss’s surface.

The ring is also central to the story of Artorias, whose legend is explored more deeply in the Artorias of the Abyss content. Its gameplay function connects the player’s route through New Londo with the lore surrounding the Abysswalker.

It is often confused with Havel’s Ring or the Ring of Favor and Protection, both valuable equipment items with different effects. The Covenant of Artorias is specifically required for the Abyss encounter.