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Elden Ring Guide

Souls by George R. R. Martin Elden Ring Guide is a complete walkthrough, the best Begginer's Guide, tips for all bosses, combat, Spectral Steed, mixing Wondrous Elixir. We describe Ashes of War, game variants, trophies and system requirements.

Last update: 19 July 2024

Elden Ring is an action RPG created by the Japanese From Software studio, who are the precursors of the trend called soulslike, or soulsborne, i.e. games characterized by a high level of difficulty. Elden Ring draws heavily from the developers' previous games, such as Dark Souls or Bloodborne, however, it is a completely new series. The expansion to the game, Shadow of the Erdtree, also follows similar principles.

Elden Ring: Content of the guide
Shadow of the Erdtree: Guide content
Elden Ring: Interactive maps
Elden Ring: Tips and Tricks
Shadow of the Erdtree: Basics
Shadow of the Erdtree: FAQ
Shadow of the Erdtree: All Bosses
Shadow of the Erdtree: All quests
Shadow of the Erdtree: Secret locations
Shadow of the Erdtree: Secrets and Collectibles
Shadow of the Erdtree: DLC length
Elden Ring: All quests
Elden Ring: All bosses
Elden Ring: The basics
Elden Ring: FAQ
Elden Ring: Maps
Elden Ring: Soulsborne for beginners
Elden Ring: Trophies and platinum
Elden Ring: Game's length
Elden Ring: PC system requirements
Elden Ring: Platforms - what can I play on?
Elden Ring: Language versions

Elden Ring: Content of the guide

The following guide contains a complete breakdown of Elden Ring. You will learn all the basic mechanics here, such as combat, the day and night cycle, stealth and how to mix the Wondrous Elixir. This guide aims to help you successfully complete the game and draw your attention to the most important aspects of the game. With this guide, you will learn the most important beginners' tips to get you started with Elden Ring. These tips aren't just for beginners, but also for experienced players who are already familiar with the souls-like genre. What's more, you will also learn how to use the map, see what character classes are available, how much of a difference the ashes can be, and what walking mausoleums are. Plus, you'll learn about the best weapons, spells and incantations.

The guide to Elden Ring also contains a Soulsborne for beginners chapter. This is a guide for players who are just getting started with the Soulsborne genre. There you will find useful information that will help you understand the rules of this genre better and explain some of the mechanics, such as parrying, dual-wielding or player messages. You will also learn in which order it is worth playing these types of games to gain experience and not to be overwhelmed by the multitude of mechanics and get the best experience in this genre.

Our guide includes a detailed walkthrough of the side missions in the game that you get from NPCs. This way, you will learn where to find a given NPC, how to do their quest and what reward awaits you. In addition, this section of the guide contains e.g. an overview of boss fights in the game, both the main and the optional ones. The boss battles have been described so that each player, regardless of what build they are playing, can deal with a given opponent. In some cases, bosses have been described in two ways - for melee builds as well as ranged and mages.

An important part of this guide is the FAQ, which provides extensive answers to the most frequently asked questions. Among other things, you will learn the reason to use gestures, what are the flasks of crimson and cerulean tears and how to summon the spectral mount - these are just a few examples of questions that you will find answers to in our guide.

In the guide to Elden Ring, you will also find pages about the in-game controls, system requirements and how many hours it takes to complete the game in several variants. Additionally, our guide will help you obtain the platinum trophy much more efficiently, mainly due to our trophy guide. This guide contains a detailed walkthrough of all the achievements in the game. In the case of more difficult achievements, we have described them on separate pages of the guide.

Shadow of the Erdtree: Guide content

In a separate section of the guide devoted to the massive Shadow of the Erdtree DLC you will find a huge compendium of knowledge about the most important topics related to the expansion. We focus on the basic elements of the expansion, such as new weapons, armor and other types of equipment. Our authors have also prepared a subjective list of the best weapons, which may inspire you when creating a new build.

In the extensive FAQ section, we answer the questions most frequently asked by players. You will learn what the new types of collectibles are for (Scadutree Fragments and the Revered Spirit Ashes), where to find the O Mother gesture, how to fight Furnace Golems, and how many endings Shadow of the Erdtree has. Players returning to Elden Ring after a long break will certainly appreciate the pages describing preparation for the DLC and our recommended first steps in the Land of Shadow.

The section devoted to Bosses is a great source of knowledge regarding the fights with the most difficult opponents, such as Dancing Lion, Rellana, or Gaius. Here you will find detailed information about each opponent - locations, their movesets and rewards for defeating them. We also share here useful tips that will make the fights easier. There are also videos thanks to which you can check a given boss in motion.

In the Quests chapter you will find a detailed walkthrough of quests related to all the NPCs living in the Land of Shadow: Leda, Hornsent, Ansbach and many others. The quests have a rather complicated structure, and many threads are interconnected, but with our tips you won't miss any important elements or interactions.

Secret locations chapter is entirely devoted to exploration. Here you will learn how to get to the Cerulean Coast or Abyssal Woods, how to solve the puzzle of the headless statue in the Shadow Keep, and how to bypass the entire section of the game and quickly reach the Scadu Altus. A useful list of all dungeons will show you all the locations where you can get additional loot and farm runes.

The last segment was devoted to various secrets and collectibles. On carefully prepared lists you will find locations and descriptions of all Sites of Grace available in the game, map fragments, Scadutree Fragments and many other treasures. Thanks to our tips, you will be able to complete the map of Land of Shadow one hundred percent without any problems.

Elden Ring: Interactive maps

If you would like to make it easier to navigate and explore the vast world of Elden Ring, you will certainly like our interactive maps:

The Lands Between known from the basic version of the game,
The Realm of Shadow from the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

Useful markers with descriptions and screenshots will help you orient yourself in space, and the ability to set and manage your own indicators will help you organize your individual adventure.

Elden Ring: Tips and Tricks

Choosing a character class doesn't lock you into playing it until the end of the game. Choosing a class helps in the early stages of the game, but it doesn't mean that you are forced to play it all the time. Your choice of class should mainly reflect which stats you consider to be the most important. You should create your character from this angle.
Use jumping and sneaking. Both sneaking and jumping are very useful in combat and while exploring the game world.
Spend your runes on a regular basis. If you decide keep your runes and your character dies, you will lose all the runes you've earned. You have a chance to recover them, but you risk dying again and losing all of your runes for good.
The time of day affects the game world in many ways. For this reason, be careful about the time of day, because during the night, the behavior of opponents will change and new, extremely dangerous enemies will spawn.
Use the markers on the map. This will help you find out where to look for a specific item or opponent

For more information on the basic starting tips, check out the Beginner's guide page.

Shadow of the Erdtree: Basics

In the Basics chapter you will find all the most important information related to the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion:

All new weapons - on this page you will find a list of all new weapons and their locations.
All new armor - here you will find information about the new armors introduced in the DLC.
All new spells and incantations - here you will find the full list of spells introduced in the expansion.
All talismans - on this page you will find a full list of useful pieces of equipment.
Best weapons - our authors share their thoughts and tips about their favorite weapons from the expansion.
DLC length - we reveal how long it may take you to complete the expansion.

Shadow of the Erdtree: FAQ

In this part of the guide to Shadow of the Erdtree, you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions by players. Here you will learn, among others:

How to enter DLC? - we explain how to get to the new land of expantion.
How to prepare for the DLC? - on this page you will find a number of tips that will help you prepare for a dangerous expedition to the endgame DLC.
Where to go first? - we help you choose the optimal path when you first enter the Land of Shadow.
What are Scadutree Fragment? - we tell you how to use the new type of collectibles.
What are the Revered Spirit Ashes? - we advise you on how to receive a Blessing that will increase the power of your summons.
Where to find the O Mother gesture? - we tell you where to find a useful gesture that is the key to one of the regions of the map.
What are Miquella's Crosses? - we answer the question of what the mysterious signposts are for.
How to fight furnace golems? - learn how to fight the fiery enemies roaming the Land of Shadow.
How does the Deflecting Hardtear work? - we explain how it works and where to get this item useful in combat.
How to duplicate Remembrances? - we explain how the Remembrance duplication mechanic works in the DLC.
How many endings are there? - on this page you will find basic information related to the ending of the expansion and how it is related to the game's universe.

Shadow of the Erdtree: All Bosses

This chapter of the guide to Shadow of the Erdtree is entirely devoted to bosses and fights with them. Here you will find a number of useful tips and advice that will make your duels much more enjoyable.

Main bosses:

Dancing Lion - on this page you will find tips related to the story boss residing in Belurat.
Rellana, Knight of the Twin Moons - we show you how to fight the insanely fast boss located at the end of Ensis Castle.
Putrescent Knight - we explain how to fight this terrifying enemy on horseback.
Scadutree Avatar - we explain how to defeat the plant-based, respawning boss of the main story.
Commander Gaius - on this page you will find information on how to defeat this opponent riding a boar.
Messmer the Impaler - our tips that will help you defeat the boss in the Shadow Keep.
Romina, Saint of the Bud - learn how to fight the grotesque beast that inhabits the Church of the Bud.
Metyr, Mother of Fingers - here you will find tips for the fight at the Cathedral of Manus Metyr.
Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame - we show you how to fight the optional boss of the main story.
Final boss - on this page you will find a set of tips that will help you defeat the final boss of the DLC.

Minor bosses:

Other bosses - we collectively discuss the minor mini-bosses scattered throughout the Land of Shadow.
Blackgaol Knight - we show you how to fight one of the first bosses in the game.
Ghostflame Dragon - we explain how to fight the large lizard located north of the Scorched Ruins.
Ralva, the Great Red Bear - we present tips on how to fight the side boss from Scadu Altus.
Golden Hippopotamus - tips on how to fight the four-legged beast.
Jori, Elder Inquisitor - here you will find a collection of tips on how to fight the teleporting boss.
Bayle the Dread - we tell you how to fight the dragon living on the top of the mountain.
Count Ymir, Mother of Fingers - from this page you will learn everything about the fight against the Count.
Ancient Dragon Senessax - we explain how to fight the dangerous flying beast.

Shadow of the Erdtree: All quests

In this chapter you will find the most important information about quests received from NPCs.

Needle Knight Leda - we tell you how to develop the plot of Miquella's ardent follower.
Hornsent - we explain how to do the quest of an envoy of a mysterious people seeking revenge.
Hornsent Grandam - we discuss a very short quest about an old woman found in Belurat.
Ymir and Jolan - on this page you will learn everything about the chainquest commissioned by the inhabitants of Cathedral of Manus Metyr.
St. Trina, Thiollier and Moore - here you will find the most important information about the interlocking quests of these three heroes.
Fire Knight Queelign - we tell you how to deal with an aggressive NPC.
Igon - we explain how to finish the dragon hunter's storyline.
Dryleaf Dane - we discuss missions related to the martial arts master.
Freyja - on this page you will find all the most important information about the story of the former warrior of Radahn.
Sir Ansbach - we explain the intricacies of the story of Mohg's former servant.
Dragon Communion Priestess Florissax - we tell you how to complete the quest of this enigmatic character.

Shadow of the Erdtree: Secret locations

In this chapter you will find tips and tricks for exploring the map and discovering less accessible and hidden areas on the map.

All dungeons - on this page you will find a useful list of all dungeons and undergrounds available in the game.
How to get to the southern edge of the map? - we tell you how to get to the Cerulean Coast area.
How to get to the lower Scadu Altus? - we explain how to use the secret passage under the Shadow Keep to get to the lower parts of the Scadu Altus region.
How to open the passage behind the headless statue? - we show how to open the passage behind the headless statue in the northern wing of the Shadow Keep.
How to reach Charo’s Hidden Grave? - we inform how to reach the Cerulean Coast region.
How to reach the Abyssal Woods? - we show you how to reach the scary forest located in the central part of the map.
How to get to Scadu Altus without fighting Rellana? - we present an alternative path to reach the central part of the map.
How to drain the Shadow Keep? - we explain how to drain the water from the Church District.
How to get to the southern island on the Cerulean Coast? - we tell you how to reach the island on the southern edge of the map.

Shadow of the Erdtree: Secrets and Collectibles

The last chapter of the DLC guide? Shadow of the Erdtree was devoted to collectibles and secrets. Here you will find tips on finding specific types of treasures.

Sites of Grace in the main regions - on this page you will find a list of all Sites of Grace in the Gravesite Plain and Scadu Altus regions.
Sites of Grace in side regions - here you will find the locations of Sites of Grace in other regions of the map.
Revered Spirit Ashes - a list with the locations of all ashes that increase the power of summons.
Scadutree Fragments - we help you find all the collectibles that increase your strength.
Map fragments - learn where to look for collectibles that reveal the Land of Shadow map.
Larval Tears - we tell you where to look for items to reset your statistics.
Paintings - here you will find the location of all mysterious paintings.

Shadow of the Erdtree: DLC length

According to our calculations, completing Shadow of the Erdtree should take an experienced player approximately 17-20 hours. However, this time may change depending on how you perform during boss fights. For more information about the game's length, see the DLC length page.

Elden Ring: All quests

The following pages of the guide to Elden Ring contain a walkthrough of all quests in the game.

Sorceress Sellen - The Sorceress is in the Waypoint Ruins in Limgrave.
White Mask Varre - Varre will appear at the very beginning of the game, more specifically at The First Step site of grace in Limgrave.
Gurranq, the Beastly Clergyman - Gurranq is found in Caelid, in the Sanctuary of the Beast.
Fia - A companion on her deathbed will appear in the Roundtable Stronghold.
Rya / Zoraya - Rya will appear in Lake Liurnia, then will be part of the Volcanic Manor quest.
Latenna The Albinauric - Latenna and her wolf are in Lake Liurnia, specifically in the Sleeping Wolf's Shed.
Thops - He will appear in Lake Liurnia, behind the Storm Shroud Castle in the Church of Irith.
Sorcerer Rogier - Rogier can be found in the Castle of the Storm Shroud in Limgrave.
Yura, the Bloodfinger Hunter - Yura will appear in Limgrave, helping you fight the invader, Nejuris.
Wounded - The Witch Wound will be located in her tower in Lake Liurnia, behind the Manor Estate.
Millicent and Gowry - They are both in Caelid. Millicent in the Church of Disease, and Gowry in Gowry's Shop.
Jar Bairn - The jar is located in the jar settlement, Jarburg. He will ask you to become the village Potentate.
Iron Fist Alexander - Alexander is a Jar warrior who gets into trouble many times and you can help him.
Nepheli Loux - Nepheli will appear at the Stormveil Castle Environs, offering to help defeat Godrick.
Blaidd - The faithful servant of Ranni, who you will find initially in Limgrave, and more specifically in the Mistwood.
Hyetta - Hyetta's tasks are important regarding the endings, because after completing all of them, you will gain access to the Lord of Frenzied Flame ending.
Seluvis - Ranni's companion, whose tasks are related to Nepheli, Ranni and the Sorceress Sellen.
Brother Corhyn/Goldmask - Two NPCs who have closely related quests. Completing them will reward you with access to the new ending.
Kenneth Haight - An independent character located in Limgrave, strongly associated with his Fort Haight.
Tanith/Volcano Manor - A series of quests where you receive contracts and then kill individual NPCs.
Dungeater/Blackguard Big Boggart - Two NPCs who have closely related tasks. Completing them will reward you with access to the new ending.
Boc the Seamster - He is in Limgrave and has been transformed into a bush. Offers tailoring services.

Elden Ring: All bosses

The following pages of the Elden Ring guide contain advice on defeating all bosses in the game.

Soldier of Godrick

Limgrave:

Stormhill :

Weeping Peninsula:

Liurnia of the Lakes:

Caelid:

Greyoll's Dragonbarrow:

Altus Plateau:

Volcanic Manor:

Leyndell, Royal Capital:

Leyndell, Capital of Ashes:

Mountaintops of the Giants:

Siofra River:

Lake of Rot:

Astel, Naturalborn of the Void

Crumbling Farum Azula:

Nokron, Eternal City:

Deeproot Depths:

Miquella's Haligtree:

Ainsel River:

Dragonkin Soldier of Nokstella

Elden Ring: Basics

Elden Ring: FAQ

Elden Ring: Maps

Limgrave

Weeping Peninsula

Caelid

Liurnia of the Lakes

Forbidden Lands

Mt Gelmir

Crumbling Farum Azula

Altus Plateau

Leyndell

Mountaintops of the Giants

Consecrated Snowfield

Miquella's Haligtree

Ainsel River

Lake of Rot

Deeproot Depths

Mohgwyn Palace

Siofra River

Elden Ring: Soulsborne for beginners

Elden Ring: Trophies and platinum

Information on how to get all the trophies in the game, and thus how to get the platinum trophy, can be found on a separate page of the guide: Trophies/Achievements - list.

For some trophies, we have created separate pages as they require a lot more effort to get them:

Legendary weapons - On this page, you will find information on where to find the Legendary weapons needed to earn this trophy and what you need to do to get them.
Legendary Spirit Ashes - On this page, you will find information on where to find the Legendary Spirit Ashes needed to obtain this trophy, and what you need to do to get them.
Legendary spells and incantations - Here you will find information about all the legendary spells and incantations available in the game. You will learn where to find them and what you have to do to get them.
Legendary talismans - Here you will find information on where to find all the Legendary talismans. The page also has information on what you need to do to unlock them all.

Elden Ring: Game's length

Elden Ring is a highly difficult, open world game. If you intend to specifically focus on the game's main storyline, you should be able to beat it in about 30 hours.