@marciosmg
That's almost the same amount that I used the first time around ;) On NG+ though I only used 20 in total, due to hyper mode :P
@DeotoxSlayer
To cast spells you'll need to get a Wooden Catalyst, that it's found on top of the first tower after the first dragon passage in world 1-2. If you're looking for miracles, then you'll need a Talisman of the gods, which is found in these locations:
http://demonssouls.wikidot.com/wands-talismen
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