In Gothic 1 Remake, you can summon a Fire Demon using one of two methods: the Summon Demon Scroll (simple, no magic required) or the Summon Demon Rune spell (requires unlocking the full magic system). Here’s how:
Method 1: Using the Summon Demon Scroll (Recommended for Early Game)
This is the easiest method because it doesn’t require unlocking Magic or learning spell circles.
Step 1: Get the Summon Demon Scroll
You can obtain the scroll in two ways:
Option A — Buy from Xardas (Recommended)
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Travel to Xardas’ Tower in the Orc Lands (accessible from Chapter 5 onward).
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Find Xardas inside the tower (the necromancer you meet during the main quest).
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Talk to Xardas and open his shop menu.
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Look for the scroll named Summon Demon Scroll.
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Purchase it (Xardas sells 2 new scroll types each time you speak to him).
Option B — Kill Xardas (Riskier)
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Kill Xardas.
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Then loot the scroll from his body (20% drop chance)
Step 2: Use the Scroll
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Open your inventory and select the Summon Demon Scroll.
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Drop the scroll onto the ground (or use it directly depending on your game version).
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The Fire Demon will immediately appear and fight alongside you.
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Mana cost: 20 Mana.
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The demon stays until killed or dismissed.
Method 2: Using the Summon Demon Rune Spell (Full Mage Build)
This method requires unlocking the complete magic system and is ideal for players building a necromancer/mage character.
Step 1: Unlock Magic (“The Price of Magic” Quest)
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Travel to the Old Camp and go southwest to find mage Torrez (he’s missing).
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Search the area around Torrez’s location to find he’s been captured/killed.
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Gather the required items:
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1 Blank Parchment (found from merchants or loot)
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2 Wolf Claws (hunt wolves in the wilderness near the Old Camp)
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Return to the mage area with these items to complete the quest.
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Talk to Torrez (if alive) or the remaining mage to unlock Magic.
Step 2: Purchase the Summon Demon Spell
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Talk to Torrez after completing the quest.
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Open his shop menu to access the spell list.
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Find and purchase “Summon Demon” (Circle 5 spell).
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Spell cost: Typically 10,000+ LP (learn points) or gold depending on version.
Step 3: Cast the Spell
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Open your Magic/Circle menu and select Circle 5 spells.
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Choose Summon Demon from the list.
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Target the ground where you want the demon to appear.
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Mana cost: 550 Mana (very high — ensure you have enough mana potions).
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The Fire Demon will appear and fight for you.
Key Differences Between Methods
Important Notes
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Fire Demon stats: The summoned demon is loyal to you and fights all enemies except you.
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Demon behavior: Demons are servants of Beliar (god of darkness) but will fight for your master when summoned.
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Where demons appear naturally: You can also encounter Fire Demons in the depths of the ancient Sleeper Temple without summoning them.
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Summon Demon is the ultimate summon: It’s the only summon that survives long enough in boss battles and dragon fights to provide real help.
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Scroll limitation: Scrolls are one-time use, so stock up if you plan to use demons frequently.
Quick Recommendation
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For early-game or non-mage players: Use the Scroll method (buy from Xardas)
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For dedicated mage/necromancer builds: Unlock Magic and learn the Rune spell for unlimited demon summoning
Start with the scroll method to get your first demon, then decide if you want to invest in the full magic system for unlimited uses.
