The Ashen One is the protagonist in the video game series Dark Souls, specifically in Dark Souls III. This character is a cursed undead who has the task of linking the fire, a crucial element in the game's lore. The Ashen One is known for their resilience and ability to rise from death, embodying the themes of struggle and perseverance. Throughout the game, the Ashen One encounters various Lords of Cinder, powerful beings who have linked the fire in the past. Players can customize the Ashen One's abilities and appearance, making choices that affect gameplay and the story's outcome. The character's journey is marked by exploration, combat, and the quest to restore balance to the world.