Unkindled bonfires are unlocked and will be marked with a question mark until kindled.
Bonfire need to be Kindled to be used, they will then also appear on your menu. Players will spawn at the last Bonfire that they rest at. These also act as respawn points for players that have died. Bonfires are special locations that take form as a bonfire which act like places of rest where players can replenish health and estus and serve as checkpoints on your journey. Bonfires in Dark Souls 2are the checkpoint features in the game.