Today's Advent Calendar might take you quite some time to polish off. It's ridiculously dense, darkly majestic, and popular among masochists. Come then, touch the withered arm and be transported behind door number 18...
]]>Great was the adulation last week when FromSoftware announced a new Elden Ring game, Elden Ring: Nightreign - and great the lamentation from certain quarters when it was revealed to be a co-op-focussed experience. If you missed the reveal, perhaps because you value sleep over the spectacle of Geoff Keighley's fashion friends, let me catch you up: in Nightreign, you pick one of eight preset characters and explore a parallel-universe version of Elden Ring's Limgrave map, fighting lesser foes and levelling up quickly so that you can battle a boss at the end of each 15-minute in-game day.
]]>Remember when From Software’s Hidetaka Miyazaki said they weren’t thinking about Elden Ring 2, but they were thinking about the continuation of Elden Ring in general? Well, who had “three player co-op musou” on their bingo card?
]]>The Elden Ring series will live on, but Elden Ring 2? That's slightly more in doubt. So says Hidetaka Miyazaki, the original Elden Lord, in a new interview about From Software's current projects, which apparently span a variety of genres.
]]>Good morning, how about a nice big bowl of your favourite breakfast cereal: Corporate Consolidation? Sony are in talks to buy Kadokawa, the parent company of Elden Ring developer From Software. Sony is eyeing up the company as a hefty snack because they want the various manga and anime owned by Kadokawa, according to a report by Reuters. But also because they want all the tasty games owned by them too, such as the Danganronpa series, the Octopath Traveler games, and the biggest corn flake of them all, the Dark Souls series.
]]>Sometimes, FromSoft craft the most masterfully tense boss duels you’ve ever seen, and sometimes, they aim laser pointers at both your eyes, cut off your feet, and expect you to dodge invisible leopards spitting lighting from the cockpit of a fighter jet made of other, more invisible leopards - as was the case with Shadow Of The Erdtree’s final boss’s final phase. If you had absolutely no trouble with this boss, I’m happy for you, as long as you go sit in the corner and keep it to yourself. For everyone else, you’ll be happy to learn the RPG's latest patch has “Improved the visibility of some attack effects” for the boss, alongside some other tweaks.
Patch 1.14, the full notes of which you can find hereabouts, comes bearing the following tweaks for Erdtree’s final boss:
]]>Looking for Bell Bearing locations in Shadow Of The Erdtree? There are 10 Bell Bearings in the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC. Some are found in hanging pots while others are dropped by NPCs, but regardless of how you've obtained them, offering a Bell Bearing to the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold will expand their shop inventory with the Bell Bearing's items. Most of these items are rare or even unique, so it's a good idea to unlock them.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find every Bell Bearing location in the DLC.
]]>Looking for the Scadutree Base in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Scadutree Base is a hidden area in Shadow Of The Erdtree containing one of 10 new Remembrance bosses. As the name may suggest, it is the region at the base of the huge shadow tree north of the Land of Shadow.
Although this is technically an optional area, you'll want to investigate it to get all Remembrances and 100% the DLC. The area also contains an Iris of Grace, a key item for both Fire Knight Queelign and Jolan's questlines. To unlock the area, you'll need to traverse the Church District below The Shadow Keep.
We have the Scadutree Base location in Elden Ring listed below, along with a rundown of how to get there.
]]>Wondering who is the final boss in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Shadow Of The Erdtree is perhaps the largest FromSoftware expansion we've ever had, with a total of 83 bosses altogether and 10 new Remembrance bosses.
This Elden Ring DLC takes place on an entirely new map and follows the story of Miquella, an Empyrean God who was last seen in a cocoon within Mohgwyn Palace, guarded by Mohg. As you travel across the Land of Shadow you may be wondering just who is the final boss of the Elden Ring DLC? and perhaps more importantly - where to find them.
Below we answer both of these questions with a full rundown of how to get to the final DLC location and who you need to beat there. Beware major story spoilers from here on out.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Lamenter's Gaol in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Like the other gaol mini-dungeons in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree, Lamenter's Gaol is full of chains, disturbing shadows, jars, and lots of creepy innards emerging from those jars. As its namesake might indicate, however, this gaol stands out from Belurat Gaol and Bonny Gaol with ominous moans that echo from the walls and threaten to wreck your Tarnished's conviction.
Slap on your best helm and get ready to ignore the lamentations that give this dungeon its name. In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to conquer Lamenter's Gaol and clear its frightening corridors of enemies.
]]>Looking for a rundown of the Fire Knight Queelign quest in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Fire Knight Queelign is a new NPC in Shadow Of The Erdtree that you may encounter via an invasion...or two.
This pesky fellow will invade your Elden Ring game two times during a playthrough and in doing so, give you the Prayer Room Key. For details on how to find Fire Knight Queelign, where to use the Prayer Room Key and how to complete his quest for all rewards, see below.
]]>Looking for all of the new Talismans in Shadow Of The Erdtree? Elden Ring's DLC, Shadow Of The Erdtree, adds a wide variety of Talismans to the already robust collection in the base game, letting you boost your Tarnished's loadout for all of the challenges that the Shadow Realm has to offer. In total, there are 39 new Talismans that will do everything from upping your damage output to enhancing your attacks if you maintain the same stance.
In this guide, we've pieced together images of each Talisman, their effects, as well as intel on their locations. Read on, and we'll explain what you need to do and where you need to go to obtain all of the new Talismans in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a rundown of the Dragon Communion Priestess quest in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Dragon Communion Priestess is one of many new NPCs to arrive with Shadow Of The Erdtree and is one of the only remaining worshippers of Dragonlord Placidusax.
Located beside the Grand Altar of Dragon Communion within the Jagged Peak region, her questline is heavily interlinked with fellow NPC Igon and the main boss of the region, Bayle The Dread. For a full rundown of the Dragon Communion Priestess questline in Elden Ring, see below.
]]>Looking for Hefty Cracked Pot locations in Shadow Of The Erdtree? There are 10 Hefty Cracked Pots to be found in Shadow Of The Erdtree. These key items are used as containers for Hefty Lightning Pots, Hefty Magic Pots, Hefty Fire Pots, and every other type of big, throwable combat pot in the DLC. Since they're reusable, it's best to grab as many as you can.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find every Hefty Cracked Pot location in the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC.
]]>Looking for the Miquella's Cross locations in Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Shadow Realm map is home to 13 Crosses that function as landmarks and sources of Scadutree Fragments (one per cross). Miquella's Crosses are typically found near Sites Of Grace and are often close to important NPCs or hidden areas.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find every Miquella's Cross location in Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for the Fingercreeper Ashes in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? This massive, multi-fingered Spirit summon doesn't deal the best damage, but its ability to follow you around while casting healing spells may certainly come in handy. As one of the more unique Spirit Ashes in the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, it's a good idea to collect the Fingercreeper Spirit when you have the chance.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find the exact location of the Fingercreeper Ashes Spirit Ash within the Shadow Realm.
]]>Looking for the Dancing Blade Of Ranah weapon in Shadow Of The Erdtree? As one of the best weapons in the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, the Dancing Blade Of Ranah is perfect for a dexterity-based character build. This Curved Sword comes with an inherent slashing attack called Unending Dance, which can easily overpower some of the toughest Shadow Of The Erdtree bosses.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find the Dancing Blade Of Ranah location.
]]>What to do with the Shadow Of The Erdtree Scorpion Stew and Gourmet Scorpion Stew consumables? As delicious as it sounds, don’t be too quick to consume your Scorpion Stew in the DLC. Besides granting a buff and some healing, Scorpion Stew can be exchanged for other items.
This Elden Ring guide will show you where to find Scorpion Stew and how to use it.
]]>Are you looking for an Elden Ring Fort Laiedd walkthrough? Just finding Fort Laiedd is half the challenge, as this fortress is well-hidden on the far western side of Mt. Gelmir. Once there, don't be intimidated by the burly Fire Prelate guarding the place; he's not quite as dangerous as he looks.
This Elden Ring walkthrough will help you survive Fort Laiedd, defeat the boss, and help you find the hidden NPC within the fort.
]]>Trying to make your way through the Lake Of Rot in Elden Ring? The Lake of Rot is notoriously difficult to find, and thanks to its Scarlet Rot status effect, even harder to traverse. As long as you know which coffins to rest in and what obelisk buttons to press, you'll clear this treacherous lake in no time.
This Elden Ring Lake Of Rot walkthrough will help you survive the Lake of Rot and its annoying Scarlet Rot affliction.
]]>Looking for an Elden Ring Leyndell walkthrough? Leyndell is the Royal Capital of the Lands Between and home to the first Elden Lord: Godfrey. Although you'll be treated to magnificent views of epic statues and golden towers, Leyndell is full of sad commoners, creepy trumpeters, and other unpleasant surprises.
This Elden Ring walkthrough will help you survive the Leyndell Royal Capital and find its boss.
]]>Wondering if you should devour the Draconic Essence in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? As you advance through the Dragon's Pit in Shadow Of The Erdtree, you'll come across a region known as The Jagged Peak.
This treacherous area is full of Dragons and Drakes and is also home to the Dragon Communion Priestess. During her questline, you'll have the option to 'devour the Draconic Essence'. If you're worried about picking the right option for you, we have listed all quest outcomes below and further details on the choice.
]]>Are you hoping to find the best Katanas in Elden Ring and Shadow Of The Erdtree? Both Elden Ring and its DLC, Shadow Of The Erdtree, feature a wide variety of weapons for players to experiment with. The Katanas in particular offer a little something different for various builds. If you're focused on inflicting bleed, Rivers of Blood has always been a great pick to slaughter your enemies. Or maybe you've opted for an intelligence build, in which case the Moonveil could be your perfect pairing. These two only just scratch the surface of what's available, though.
In this guide, we've gathered up our favorite Katanas – both regular and the new, larger Great Katanas – from both the base game and the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC. These are the ones that we believe are worth adding to your arsenal right away. Alongside general stats, we've also included information on where to find them so you can pick them up as soon as possible.
]]>Are you curious what the best new spells are in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?There's no shortage of incredible spells in Elden Ring, and Shadow Of The Erdtree is here to offer up a fresh selection for players to experiment with. The DLC's spells feature a wide range of abilities, from new healing incantations to a trick that can explode in your enemy's face during battle, so there's a little something for every player to enjoy casting during their playthrough. If you're looking for some of the top-tier choices, though, you've come to the right place.
In this guide, we round up what we believe to be some of the best spells in Shadow of the Erdtree. Each one offers up a little something different in its execution, but they're absolutely worth finding and adding into your arsenal for your playthrough. Keep in mind that some of these spells will feature spoilers for endgame locations and encounters, so proceed with caution.
]]>Are you looking for all of the Nameless Mausoleum locations in Shadow of the Erdtree? There is an abundance of dungeons to discover in Elden Ring, and the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC offers a variety of new ones to explore. The Nameless Mausoleums are an entirely new dungeon type in the DLC, but these don't have the typical winding passageways and numerous enemies around every corner to defeat. Instead, the Nameless Mausoleums offer a single challenge between you and a big bad boss.
These bosses are nothing to laugh at, either. If you accidentally stumbled upon the Blackgaol Knight in the Gravesite Plain's Western Nameless Mausoleum, you'll know what I'm talking about. But the challenge is absolutely worth the rewards.
In this guide, we'll show you where all four Nameless Mausoleums are located in Elden Ring's Shadow Realm - there's one for each direction: north, south, east, and west. Alongside that, we'll show you what goodies you'll get from defeating their respective bosses.
]]>Looking for all Spiritspring Stone locations in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Whilst Spiritsprings are nothing new to Elden Ring players, Shadow Of The Erdtree offers a new puzzle mechanic around these shortcuts.
Some Spiritsprings in Shadow Of The Erdtree, require you to break a stone cairn nearby, also known as a 'Spiritspring Stone'. Doing so will untrap the air inside the spring and allow you to ride them upwards with Torrent to new locations, secret areas and even hidden bosses.
For a list of all Spiritspring Stone locations in Elden Ring as well as a rundown of how to find them and what they lead to, read below.
]]>Looking for every new armor in the Elden Ring DLC? Elden Ring's base game already had an extensive selection of armor for your Tarnished, and Shadow Of The Erdtree ups the equipment ante with a vast collection of helms and body coverings. All together, you can expect to find 30 new armor sets in Shadow of the Erdtree, and a whopping 130+ pieces of individual armor that you can mix and match to take on the Shadow Realm.
From the martial arts-esque Dryleaf Set to the chonky Verdigris Set, we've got them all neatly organised for your convenience. In this guide we've listed all new armors in Shadow Of The Erdtree and how to get them.
]]>Looking for a Thrusting Shield in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Thrusting Shield is a new armament type in Shadow Of The Erdtree that allows the Tarnished to perform a thrust attack whilst wielding their shield. This means it offers both defensive and offensive support.
If this fits your build and playstyle, we have a full list of all new Thrusting Shields in Elden Ring along with a walkthrough of where and how to get them.
]]>Looking for all dungeon locations in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Like in the Elden Ring base game, Shadow Of The Erdtree offers optional dungeons for players to complete in return for unique rewards like weapons, Spirit Ashes and more.
Shadow Of The Erdtree has 15 optional dungeons in total with different optional bosses. This includes four Nameless Mausoleums scattered across the Land of Shadow. For a rundown of each dungeon location and the steps needed to get there, read on.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Dragon's Pit in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Dragon's Pit is a dragon-themed mini-dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree that serves as an appropriate stopover before your Tarnished reaches the Jagged Peak, the most dragon-infested area of the Land of Shadow. Expect to face draconic skeletons, a magma wyrm, and an ancient dragon warrior in these dark depths. If you survive, you'll end up with a sweet katana to use against other scaled monstrosities.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to uncover everything that Dragon's Pit has to offer in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Bonny Gaol in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Bonny Gaol is a mini-dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree that has a little bit of everything, from prison cages to rooms replete with jars to sewer caverns with giant rats, just itching to rip your Tarnished to shreds. Like its cousin Belurat Gaol, this is certainly one of the creepier areas in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to loot Bonny Gaol of everything contained within its spooky walls.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Belurat Gaol in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Belurat Gaol is a mini-dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree full of jars - both living and unliving. Get ready to smash some ceramics and engage in jar-to-jar jumps if you want to clear this dungeon of all of its treasures.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to find everything contained within Belurat Gaol in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Taylew's Ruined Forge in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Taylew's Ruined Forge is one of the shorter mini-dungeons in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree, but it's an important place to visit if you want to pick up the Smithscript Axe, Hammer, and Shield, three of the DLC's excellent new throwing weapons. While you're in the area, you can also unearth a handy golem Spirit Ash and pick up a vast array of Smithing Stones.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to clear Taylew's Ruined Forge in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of the Darklight Catacombs in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Darklight Catacombs is a mini-dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree that's bathed in darkness and packed with imps who'll stab you from the shadows. This is a pivotal dungeon to surmount in order to progress further into the Land of Shadow, and those who reach the end will find themselves with a nice spear as a reward, as well as a clear pathway to the Abyssal Woods.
Prepare your torches or light-creating magic. In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to clear the Darklight Catacombs in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Are you hoping to find all of the Ruined Forges in Shadow of the Erdtree? When it comes to dungeons, there's no shortage of them in Elden Ring. In the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, there's even more to explore, including mini dungeons called Ruined Forges. There are only three to find in the Realm of Shadow - Ruined Forge Lava Intake, Ruined Forge of Starfall Past, and Taylew's Ruined Forge - but each offers its own unique challenges for you to overcome, with some excellent rewards at the end.
]]>Prolific fantasy author and number one Ranni stan (“I'll pick the ending where my character gets a waifu”) Brandon Sanderson has been thinking a lot about how to apply Elden Ring and the Souls games' signature storytelling approach to novels. During a recent playthrough on his YouTube channel, he was asked if he thinks there’s a way to replicate Souls-like descriptions in books. “I’ve wondered that. I really have,” Sanderson replies.
]]>Should you tell Thiollier "I'm weary of life" in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The poisoner Thiollier, one of several new NPCs in the Elden Ring DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree, presents you with an interesting - and somewhat frightening - dialogue option near the beginning of his questline: the fatalist-sounding phrase "I'm weary of life."
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what happens when you choose the "I'm weary of life" dialogue option when interacting with Thiollier in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Do you want to find all of the Crystal Tears in Shadow of the Erdtree? The Elden Ring DLC, Shadow Of The Erdtree, has an abundance of new items to find, from brand new weapons to cookbooks to Spirit Ashes you can summon into battle. There's also a fresh set of Crystal Tears you can acquire for your Flask of Wondrous Physick. However, getting them is no easy feat thanks to the enemies holding onto them.
These new Crystal Tears are locked behind battles with the massive Furnace Golems that roam around the Realm of Shadow. Yep, the gigantic creatures that can burn you to a crisp with one of their many brutal attacks. Fighting them may not be ideal, but it's well worth it for the new Crystal Tears you can obtain. In this guide, you can find information on where these new Crystal Tears are located and what each of them can offer you.
]]>Want to know how to get to Enir-Ilim in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Enir-Ilim is the final region of Elden Ring's giant DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree, and is appropriately tough for even the most experienced Tarnished. Entering Enir-Ilim is a challenge in itself, as the dungeon only becomes accessible after you beat two of Shadow Of The Erdtree's bosses.
If you're ready for the Shadow Realm's endgame, read on. In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to access Enir-Ilim in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of the Fog Rift Catacombs in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Fog Rift Catacombs is a mini-dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree that's infested with tricky enemies and ceiling spike traps that will threaten to massacre your Tarnished to a pulp. The dungeon contains many rewards, however, including a nice pair of twin axes if you manage to defeat the Death Knight boss at the very end.
For all of you who keep getting caught by the catacombs' falling ceilings, we're here to help. In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to navigate the dark chambers of the Fog Rift Catacombs in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for a good progression route for Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC introduces you to the Realm Of Shadow, a staggeringly large map for a mere DLC, and one with a huge emphasis on verticality and hidden paths to new areas. From the first region alone you can visit half a dozen different places, including two legacy dungeons. Just like the base Elden Ring map, the open world can be quite overwhelming, and the path forward is not always clear.
In Shadow Of The Erdtree, your character progression is dictated less by your character level and more by your Shadow Realm Blessing and your Scadutree Blessing Level. So when it comes to picking the right area order and progress route through the Realm Of Shadow, you also have to factor in how many Scadutree Fragments are available to pick up in each region, to figure out how powerful you're meant to become before tackling the next area.
In this progression route guide, we'll walk you through the ideal area order in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree, starting from your opening moments in the Gravesite Plain and working all the way to the final legacy dungeon of the DLC, which is home to the expansion's fiendish final boss. You can peruse our progression route map below for a quick overview of our recommended area order, or read our in-depth guide further down to learn about the dangers of each individual region in Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Wondering how to get to the Rauh Ruins Map Fragment in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Ancient Ruins of Rauh is a lush, green area in Shadow Of The Erdtree, full of Crucible Knights and one rather pesky Furnace Golem.
If you've spent some time exploring the area and have yet to discover the Rauh Ruins Map Fragment, you're not alone. This region in Elden Ring is actually split up into two regions, an upper and lower area.
Both regions are accessed via different points and as such, can be confusing to navigate. Join us as we go through a step-by-step of the Rauh Ruins Map location and how to pick it up in your game.
]]>Early 2022 was a glorious time to be on Twitter. I mean, obviously it wasn’t, but it was still named Twitter. That’s something, right? May accelerated absurdity re-contextualise all your hells as, like, still hells but with air conditioning. It was February that year when Gearbox writer Sam Winkler done a funny tweet about Dark Souls. Here’s the tweet:
]]>Looking for the Shadow Of The Erdtree cookbook locations? Just as with the base game, obtaining new cookbooks in the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC will unlock new crafting recipes, such as a Hefty Fire Pot or some Drawstring Dragonbolt Grease. Allowing you to deal more damage, adding a certain damage type to your weapon, or improving your defense, these items can give you a huge advantage in battle. It's therefore a good idea to grab as many cookbooks as you can.
As finding all cookbooks by yourself would take an awful lot of time, this Elden Ring guide will show you where to look.
]]>Looking for a full walkthrough of the Ruined Forge Lava Intake in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Ruined Forge Lava Intake is a mini dungeon in Elden Ring's DLC expansion Shadow Of The Erdtree that's full of oozing lava and stone golems who will threaten to crush you to a pulp. Luckily, this dungeon has no boss, and it's well worth your time to explore, since you'll be able to pick up the Smithscript Dagger and the Anvil Hammer in its hot hallways.
In this guide, we'll provide a full rundown of everything you need to do to navigate the Ruined Forge Lava Intake in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for all Shadow Of The Erdtree quests in Elden Ring? Like the base game, Shadow Of The Erdtree is full of interlocking NPC quests, some of which can be missed if you progress past two major points of no return.
If you're concerned about completing all quests before progressing the main story, we have a full walkthrough of each individual quest in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree as well as the Elden Ring side quests in order so you can avoid missing out on any rewards or time-sensitive DLC questlines.
]]>Wondering where to use Thiollier's Concoction in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Thiollier's Concoction is a quest item in Shadow Of The Erdtree that can be used to obtain a powerful Incantation (Dragonbolt of Florissax) and Spirit Ash summon when used properly. This will require some decision-making on your part, however, as choosing to use the Concoction in this questline will lock you out of other rewards like the Priestess Heart.
Below, we've listed all rewards and stipulations so you can choose whether you want to use Thiollier's Concoction or not in an informed manner. We've also provided a rundown of who and where to use the Concoction and which NPC sidequests it will affect in Elden Ring.
]]>Elden Ring's got another patch out and it's tinkered with Shadow Of The Erdtree weapons, fixed some bugs, and still not done anything about the game's performance issues. That perfume bottle and lightning combo? Binned off. Everyone's favourite summon Blackknife Tiche? She's seen a certain health-regen bug fixed, so everyone's not being duped into thinking she's been heavily nerfed since the Shadow Lands sprung forth.
]]>Looking for all of the Spirit Ashes in Shadow Of The Erdtree? Elden Ring's DLC, Shadow Of The Erdtree, is chock-full of discoveries. Whether you're on a mission to take down all of the bosses, trying to uncover each new weapon to add to your arsenal, or looking to meet new characters and follow their questlines, there's plenty to keep you busy for an extra 30-40 hours. If you're looking to find all of the new Spirit Ashes in the DLC, we're here to help you out with this guide.
There are 20 Spirit Ashes in total to find in Shadow Of The Erdtree. Similar to the main game, each one has a different method for obtaining them, whether that be conquering certain bosses or finding them in specific areas. What's different in comparison to the main game, though, is that Spirit Ashes can be leveled up with an upgrade called Revered Spirit Ash in the Realm of Shadow. This new resource can be used at Sites of Grace and buffs the attack and defense of all your Spirit Ashes, which is helpful given how tough some of the enemies are. Revered Spirit Ash can be found scattered throughout the land and its effects only apply in the Realm of Shadow, but it is worth keeping an eye out for as you collect more Spirit Ashes on your journey.
In this guide, we've gathered together information on all 20 Spirit Ashes so you can know where they're located and how to get them. This includes whether or not they're stuck behind a boss you'll need to defeat. If you want to know a little more about any of the bosses listed here, make sure to check out our Elden Ring Shadow Of The Erdtree boss locations guide for some tips on how to approach battle with them.
]]>Searching for paintings in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The massive Elden Ring DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree is home to three lovely paintings, but they're very well hidden. If you come across a painting, you must take a good look at the depicted landscape and try to locate that exact spot in the expansive Land of Shadow. Once you've located the place shown in the painting, you'll find an artist's spirit and receive a valuable reward.
This guide will point you to every painting location in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree and put you on the right track to finding each artist's spirit.
]]>Looking for the Smithscript Greathammer in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Smithscript Greathammer hits like a tonne of bricks as one of the best hammers and throwing weapons in Elden Ring's expansion Shadow Of The Erdtree. If you're a fan of heavier melee strikes that pack a punch but also want to invoke a little Thor-esque hammer flinging, grabbing this hefty bludgeon comes highly recommended.
To acquire this hammer, you'll need to do a quick jaunt through Taylew's Ruined Forge, a dungeon in the north of the Shadow Realm. In this guide we'll outline everything you need to do to locate the Smithscript Greathammer in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree, and we'll also give a rundown of the hammer's strengths.
]]>Are you struggling against the Elden Ring Winter Lantern enemies? Winter Lanterns, also known as Aging Untouchables, are perhaps the most frustrating enemy in the Shadow Of The Erdtree expansion. Why? Because you can't defeat these yellow-growth creatures unless you know their specific weakness.
Luckily, this Elden Ring guide will tell you all about the Winter Lantern's Achilles heel. With the right equipment, you'll clear the Abyssal Woods of every Aging Untouchable. Read on to find out how to permanently kill Winter Lanterns in the Elden Ring DLC.
]]>Looking for all the Revered Spirit Ash locations in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC adds new progression systems to Elden Ring that are slightly different from traditional leveling up. Fans of summons will particularly enjoy the Revered Spirit Ash Blessing system, which lets you increase the damage and effective HP of your Spirit Ash summons and your spectral steed, Torrent.
If you manage to discover all the Revered Spirit Ash locations and upgrade your Shadow Realm Blessing to the maximum level, then your Spirit Ash summons will deal a massive 75% extra damage, and take just over a third less damage than they normally would - but remember that these effects only occur while you're in the Realm Of Shadow. The moment you step into the Lands Between, the effects are lost until you enter the Shadow Realm once more.
This guide will help you to find all 25 Revered Spirit Ash locations in the Elden Ring DLC, covering every region and legacy dungeon in the game. You can use the map below for quick info on all the Revered Spirit Ash locations at a glance, or you can scroll lower for an in-depth walkthrough of how to get every single Revered Spirit Ash in Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Elden Ring, you sneaky sausage, clandestine chorizo and, possibly, underhand cumberland! In keeping with Shadow Of The Erdtree’s tradition of hiding entire new systems behind tucked-away items, a hidden NPC quest in the DLC gives you access to a special raisin that allows Torrent. your steed, to charge your foes with its big fat forehead. A delicious ‘fruit and nut’ bar, if you will.
]]>Trying to figure out what to do first in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Shadow Of The Erdtree is one of - if not the - largest FromSoftware DLC we've ever had. It features an entire new map to explore, populated with 10 new Remembrance Bosses, along with many more mini-bosses, legacy dungeons, weapons, armor and more.
If you're struggling to know where to start or which region to explore first, we have a full list of top tips to help guide you below. We also have a guide to the fastest way to access the DLC if you have yet to beat the imposing Mohg in your playthrough.
]]>Looking for a walkthrough of the Dryleaf Dane questline in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Dryleaf Dane is a monk of the Dryleaf Sect in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree. While he might be a man of little words, Dryleaf Dane is a master of martial arts who lets his fists do the talking.
If you want to unlock Hand-to-Hand Arts, a new weapon variety in Shadow of the Erdtree, you'll need to challenge this taciturn combatant to a duel. Read on for a full walkthrough on how to complete Dryleaf Dane's questline in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
]]>I think I've written about it a bazillion times here on RPS, but I do think Elden Ring is a massive open world game that's a bit too large and in charge. I reached the exhaustion point once, and now the DLC's come out, I'm scared I'll reach it again despite the fact I think it's very good. It's interesting then, that FromSoftware's president Hidetaka Miyazaki sees Elden Ring as "the limit" for FromSoftware in terms of project scale (cheers The Guardian for the interview, and PCGamer for the spot). I think it's a great thing, personally.
]]>YouTube is a stocked repository of hours upon hours of Elden Ring lore. Ranni’s ending? No worries. Miquella and St. Trina? We got you. Mohg and the Formless Mother? Say no more. Turtle Pope? Sit back. The frenzied flame? Make yourself comfortable. The Elden Ring itself? One page is not enough to contain it all.
And yet, what use are any of you when I cannot find a single solitary lore snippet about these idiot worms?
]]>I mentioned it briefly in my Shadow Of The Erdtree review, but there's one area of the DLC where your steed Torrent is so scared they refuse to be summoned. That's because said area is a woodland that's been steeped in shadow and chaos for so long, large goats don't dare clop their hooves. What I hadn't expected was that relying on my own two trotters would be so... revelatory. It's made me reconsider exploration in Elden Ring's open world, and conclude that using Torrent as a taxi service contributes to a feeling of disconnection.
]]>Want to know how to get to the Temple Town Ruins in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Temple Town Ruins are tucked away in the northwest corner of the Shadow Of The Erdtree map and are accessible right after you enter Scadu Altus, though you need to trek slightly off the beaten path to reach them. They're a useful location worth exploring if you're trying to collect everything that Elden Ring's huge new DLC has to offer.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to reach the Temple Town Ruins in Shadow Of The Erdtree, as well as how to get inside the ruins themselves.
]]>Looking for a full walkthrough of the Freyja quest in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Redmane Freyja quest is one of many new NPC questlines you can complete to get unique items and lore tidbits in Shadow Of The Erdtree. As a follower of Miquella and former comrade in arms to Radahn, Redmane Freyja is a curious character who becomes intent on discovering the promise made between the two Empyreans.
Redmane Freyja's quest will span across the Gravesite Plains, Shadow Keep and right to the endgame. Depending on your choices, you can get the impressive Golden Lion Shield and more. See below for a list of all rewards and all Freyja quest steps so you don't miss out on anything important.
]]>When I finished my review for Soulslike Lies Of P, the devs released a patch not long after that nerfed bosses and made things for ol' Pinnochio easier overall. Sod's Law struck that day… and it's returned with a smirk. Shadow Of The Erdtree has just been patched, making its Shadow Realm Blessings stronger from the off, and in turn, things a little easier for everybody. Such is the life of a reviewer, eh.
]]>Looking for a full rundown of Ansbach's questline in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Ansbach has an involved NPC questline that involves a few different characters in Shadow Of The Erdtree. As a retired follower of Mohg, his relationship with Miquella and staunch followers like Leda is somewhat complex and well worth a delve into.
Below we've gathered a thorough list of all Ansbach questline steps along with a closer look at important choices, consequences, and rewards like the Golden Lion Shield, Retaliatory Crossed-Tree Talisman, Ansbach's Longbow and more so you can get the best result possible out of the quest. We've also listed key locations of things like the Crosses and Secret Rite Scroll so you're geared up to take on the full quest.
]]>The human body is a wonderfully complex organism, and it’s well worth trusting your instincts when it comes to feeling repulsed by certain things. We know that if the milk looks bad and smells bad, it is bad. Do not taste the forbidden yogurt, as much as it calls to you. How, then, to interpret my visceral repulsion to the most disgusting Shadow Of The Erdtree build yet seen? So gross, in fact, that YouTuber SYROBE has managed to beat the Elden Ring DLC’s infamously ridiculous final boss in a mere 13 seconds. Here’s the video. Massive spoilers, obviously.
]]>Elden Ring's Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC yet hovers at Mixed in the blood-encrusted annals of the Steam user review consensus. As Nic wrote earlier in the week, a portion of the negative feedback is aimed at the expansion's difficulty, which is certainly a Thing To Hear after years of being told by kindly gamers that I only hand out low review scores because I can't press the buttons in the right order.
As publishers Bandai Namco have sweetly observed, struggling players are perhaps forgetting that you can raise your overall power level by gathering Scadutree Fragments, a system of collectibles designed to ensure a tough challenge even for endgame players, while giving you the option of effectively rebalancing the expansion through exploration. The downside there, as a few people have pointed out, is that some players don't want to hunt for collectibles before they can topple the bosses.
]]>Looking for a Church District walkthrough in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Shadow Keep is one of the most complicated and confusing legacy dungeons that From Software has ever created, not just in Elden Ring - and the Church District accounts for a fair bit of that confusion. Conquer the Church District, and an unprecedented number of new pathways will open themselves up to you, some of which lead to entire regions within the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC that you can't reach any other way. It's an important place, is what I'm saying.
In this Elden Ring Church District walkthrough, we'll explore how to reach the Church District of the Shadow Keep, how to lower the water level to explore it fully, and how to reach every other area that the Church District adjoins, including the Tree-Worship Passage, so you can move on in whichever direction you prefer within Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for the best early weapons in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Even for seasoned Elden Ring players, Shadow Of The Erdtree will pose quite the challenge with its range of new enemies and threats.
Luckily, the DLC comes with a large range of new weapons and weapon types to get stuck into. We've cultivated a list of the best early weapons in Shadow Of The Erdtree that you can pick up within the first 1-10 hours of playing in the Gravesite Plain region. If you're looking for an upgrade to the base game weapons or want to try something new in the DLC, see our full list below.
]]>Aside from its naturally satisfying rhythm and the cool audio dings of success that usually accompany it, I find something innately hilarious about parrying. Yes, yes, it’s a deeply skilled expression of martial prowess that turns your enemy’s aggression back at them. But it’s also a pleasingly low-effort method to make your opponent look very silly - the combat equivalent of waving your outstretched hand and shaking your head in unison. I assume so from videogames, anyway. In reality, I could not parry a nerf dart with a metal bin lid.
]]>Looking for the Sword Of Light or the Sword of Darkness in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? With the addition of the Shadow Of The Erdtree expansion, From Software's gargantuan Elden Ring now has over mind-boggling 400 weapons to choose from. But the Sword Of Light and its sister sword, the Sword Of Darkness, are unique even among unique weapons, because they are twins that morph into one another at will. And both are first transformed from a third weapon, the Stone-Sheathed Sword.
Obtaining these blades is a confusing little puzzle which requires you to seek out the three Altars Of Light And Dark strewn about the Land Of Shadow. In this guide, we'll break it all down so you can easily find the Stone-Sheathed Sword, and understand where to go in order to transform it into the powerful Sword Of Light and Sword Of Darkness.
]]>From Software game difficulty chat is in full swing following the release of Elden Ring's Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, but cannier Soulslikers such as myself and GR’s Hirun Cryer are already leaping and bounding ahead to the next Stage of Review Discourse: which From Software game is bestest? Here to settle the matter once and for all until the next time we post about it is company president Hidetaka Miyazaki.
]]>Looking for an Elden Ring Stormveil Castle walkthrough? Stormveil Castle is an extremely dangerous stronghold, with many hidden enemies, confusing corridors, and unexpected shortcuts. It's one of the first major castles you'll come across during your Elden Ring playthrough.
This Elden Ring Stormveil Castle walkthrough will help you survive this intimidating stronghold and find the Stormveil Castle boss: Godrick the Grafted.
]]>Need some help with the Elden Ring Sellen quest? Unfortunately, Sorceress Sellen's questline is very long and often confusing. If you're looking for Sellen's location, the entrance to the Sellia Hideaway, or Primeval Sorcerer Azur's hiding spot, we'll gladly give you a hand.
From the Waypoint Ruins Cellar to the 'final choice' at Raya Lucaria's library, here's a full Elden Ring Sellen quest walkthrough.
]]>Looking for an Elden Ring War-Dead Catacombs walkthrough? The War-Dead Catacombs is a devilishly well-hidden dungeon found in the northwestern corner of Caelid. Once you figure out how to unlock the War-Dead Catacombs, you'll have to navigate its many corridors filled with warmongering spirits.
This Elden Ring War-Dead Catacombs walkthrough will help you find the dungeon entrance and survive the spirits' civil war.
]]>Stuck inside the Elden Ring Fringefolk Hero's Grave dungeon? Despite being one of the first dungeons you'll come across in The Lands Between, the Fringefolk Hero's Grave does not go easy on you: you must survive a poisonous lake, deadly chariots, a fire trap, spirit warriors, and many imp attacks - if you manage to break the Fringefolk Hero's Grave seal, that is.
This guide will show you how to find the Fringefolk Hero's Grave dungeon in Elden Ring and how to explore everything it has to offer before making it out alive.
]]>Trying to beat the Elden Ring Revenant enemies? With their many limbs, poison attacks, and quick teleporting abilities, Revenants are among the most dangerous enemies in the game. Luckily, there's an easy way to defeat Revenant enemies, including the Royal Revenant boss.
This guide will show you how to defeat Revenant enemies the easy way in Elden Ring, as well as how to deal with their most dangerous attacks.
]]>Trying to beat an Elden Ring Runebear? Runebears are notoriously difficult enemies to defeat, especially when you're stuck with one inside the Earthbore Cave dungeon. Luckily, as even these gigantic bears have their weaknesses, the right combat preparation can secure your victory. This guide will show you how to defeat Runebears in Elden Ring.
]]>Want to start the Radahn Festival in Elden Ring? The Radahn Festival changes the status of Redmane Castle, allowing you to find its boss, Starscourge Radahn. Without triggering the Radahn Festival, you can't defeat Radahn, which is part of Ranni's quest and a requirement to access Nokron, the Eternal City.
Until you begin the Radahn Festival and defeat Radahn himself, you also cannot begin the new Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC. So if you want to experience everything that Elden Ring has to offer, the Radahn Festival is an aboslute must to trigger. As it's rather difficult to figure this out on your own, this guide will show you how to start the Radahn Festival in Elden Ring.
]]>Among Elden Ring Shadow Of The Erdtree's more fearsome bosses is the Dancing Lion, a festive prancing terror inspired by Chinese Lion dances. Looking at it, you might expect this costumed nuisance to be another grafted abomination, its layers of papier-mache, binbags and repurposed carpets hiding a rippling quilt of flesh and bone, perhaps a real lion that has been shaved and stitched to its theatrical double. The truth is more appalling still: it's just two guys in a lion suit. They aren't even sewn together mouth to backside, like in the Human Centipede. Way to bait-and-switch, From!
]]>Despite an overwhelmingly strong reception with critics, Shadow Of The Erdtree is currently sitting at a ‘mixed’ review rating on Steam, with nay-sayers citing performance issues and overbearing enemy design. The Elden Ring DLC is currently metacritic’s highest rated expansion of all time at 95, beating out the The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’s Blood And Wine’s 92. However, roughly a third of the 41,000 user reviews on Steam are negative.
]]>Want to know how to duplicate Remembrances in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Just like the base Elden Ring game, it is possible to duplicate Remembrances in Shadow Of The Erdtree. However, the method is different from the usual Walking Mausoleums and involves locating several stone coffins throughout the Land of Shadow.
To streamline the process, we've listed all Elden Ring stone coffin locations, along with a list of all 10 new Remembrances bosses, where to find them and all possible Remembrance rewards. We'll walk you through the details of duplicating Remembrances in Shadow Of The Erdtree in the guide below.
]]>Wondering where to get the Blade Of Mercy in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Despite its name, the Blade Of Mercy in Shadow Of The Erdtree is actually one of over 30 new Talismans to join the Elden Ring roster.
The Blade Of Mercy Talisman is worth picking up as you can get it right away when you start the DLC and it has a quite interesting and powerful effect which fits very nicely into a lot of Elden Ring builds both for group fights and bosses. Below, we'll walk you through how to get the Blade Of Mercy, the exact Blade Of Mercy location in the DLC, and more information on how it can boost critical attacks for its wearer.
]]>After years of anticipation, Elden Ring’s first - and only - expansion Shadow of the Erdtree is finally out as of today. While there are plenty of intriguing secrets hiding in the new corner (it’s a big corner) of the Lands Between, Steam Deck players might stumble upon a not-so-welcome new discovery too, courtesy of a bug that can make your game unresponsive.
]]>Want to know how to beat the Blackgaol Knight in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Although a tricky first mini-boss in Elden Ring, you'll be glad to know that there are Blackgaol Knight weaknesses to manipulate.
While he might be accessible immediately after entering the Lands Of Shadow, the Blackgaol Knight hits like a tank, with a Greatsword and Repeating Crossbow combo that'll keep you on your toes. In this guide, we'll explain exactly what you need to do to beat him.
]]>Wondering how to use a Shadow Realm Blessing in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree? The new Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC not only introduces an entire new map of over 80 bosses and new regions to explore, but it also brings with it a new levelling-up system. Shadow Realm Blessings are split into two mechanics: Scadutree Fragments and Revered Spirit Ashes.
The point of this new system is to ensure a fair progression from the start of the Elden Ring DLC through til the end. So, even if you bring a level 200 character into the DLC from the base game, you're still going to have a tough time with enemies if you don't utilise these blessings to upgrade your Tarnished.
Below we'll explain both types of Shadow Realm Blessings in Elden Ring, where to get them and how it will affect your game.
]]>What does it mean when you see "Somewhere, a great rune has broken" in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? If you've played Elden Ring (or any of From Software's games), you'll know that mystery and opaqueness are very common. But few moments are more baffling and unexpected as when you progress a certain point through the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, and see the words "Somewhere, a great rune has broken" appear on-screen.
If you've just had this happen to you and you're wondering what the message means, you'll find the answer below. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to prompt the "a great rune has broken" message, what it means, and what to do once you see it.
]]>Want to know how to enable ultrawide support in Elden Ring? The mahoosive RPG certainly sends mixed messages about its affinity for ultrawide monitor resolutions: they’re listed and selectable in the game options, but upon loading into the Lands Between, you’re quickly met with black bars that keep the usual screen space to standard widescreen proportions. The good news is that there’s a fix for this, unlocking Elden Ring’s true ultrawide capabilities – but the bad news is that it comes at the cost of the game's online features.
]]>What is the best order to tackle all the main bosses in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? It's a huge part of the lifeblood of the Elden Ring experience to hunt down and defeat the many bosses tucked away in the darkest and dingiest corners of the world. So it should come as no surprise that the new Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC adds 83 new boss encounters for you to bounce between, but as was the case with the base game, with so many bosses it's hard to know which ones to defeat first.
Read on for our recommended Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree main boss order, which will explain exactly which order you need to defeat the required bosses to finish the game. But since only a handful of bosses in the DLC are actually mandatory, we've also laid out recommended boss order lists for all the Remembrance bosses, and even one for all 83 bosses in Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Want to know how to unlock the framerate in Elden Ring? It’s doable, but be careful what you wish for, traveller. This method will indeed remove the 60fps cap, allowing higher-end PCs to run FromSoftware’s RPG - as well as the Shadow Of The Erdtree expansion - with the brakes off. However, it will also disable Easy Anti-Cheat, effectively blocking you out of the game's online multiplayer features.
If you’re purely a solo Tarnished, or just want to uncap Elden Ring’s framerate that badly, read on – but make the changes at your own risk.
]]>Update: Whelp, spoke too soon. Apparently some Steam Deck players are seeing an "Innapropriate activity detected" message upon launching Elden Ring, blocking them from playing online. I haven't had this myself, and some have reported the issue fixing itself after they installed the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, but hopefully there's a proper patch in the works.
Elden Ring on the Steam Deck has long enjoyed a smoothness that desktop play has lacked. Not so much in simple framerate terms – the handheld spends far more time around the 30fps mark than it does bumping into Elden Ring’s 60fps cap – but thanks to a Proton compatibility update back in 2022, it’s drastically less prone to the flow-breaking stutter that still plagues the RPG in 2024. That now goes for Shadow Of The Erdtree as well, judging from my portable time in the new expansion.
]]>Should you suggest Thiollier or Hornsent in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? As you progress through Shadow Of The Erdtree and break Miquella's charm, you'll find that the various NPCs in the Land of Shadow will offer a range of quests.
During the Needle Knight Leda questline, she will ask you to suggest Thiollier or Hornsent for a 'culling'. Leda will doubt their devotion to Kindly Miquella and ask you which of the two should be executed.
If you're worried about making the wrong choice and want to see the outcomes for all options, we have a handy walkthrough below.
]]>Looking for the Dragon Hunter's Great Katana in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Great Katanas are a new weapon type in Elden Ring's new expansion Shadow Of The Erdtree, and they're perfect for any Tarnished who wants a Katana with a bit more oomph. The Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana is one of these new blades that's accessible at the start of Shadow of the Erdtree, and as its name might suggest, its anti-dragon effect makes it the perfect weapon to hunt a winged reptile or three. In order to obtain this razor-sharp sword, you'll need to take a deep dive into the Dragon's Pit, a brief dungeon full of some annoying enemies.
If you're struggling to find the Dragon's Pit or defeat the enemies within, read on. In this guide we'll outline everything you need to do to unlock the Dragon-Hunter's Great Katana in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.
]]>Looking for every new weapon in the Elden Ring DLC? The base Elden Ring already had over 300 weapons to adorn your Tarnished's wizened fingers with, and the massive Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC has added 103 more on top of that. And let me tell you: there are some real humdingers awaiting you in the Land Of Shadow.
Shadow Of The Erdtree, as you probably know, added eight entirely new weapon categories to Elden Ring, each containing multiple standard and unique weapons. But the original weapon types have almost all received some love as well, so you'll be able to find everything from Thrusting Swords to Greataxes, Sacred Seals to Ballistas in the DLC.
If you're itching to find the perfect new weapon for your first DLC playthrough, we're here to help you out. In this guide we've listed all 103 weapons in Shadow Of The Erdtree and how to get them as early as possible in your Elden Ring DLC journey.
]]>Looking to complete Moore's questline in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? Moore is one of many new NPCs to appear in Shadow Of The Erdtree and has a somewhat sad story depending on the outcome of the 'put it behind you' or 'remain sad forever' choice you make.
You first meet Moore, along with Sir Ansbach at the Main Gate Cross Site Of Grace, on the route to the Belurat Tower Settlement. He is a curious fellow who scavenges supplies for Leda and her followers. Crucially, his questline is heavily tied with the Forager Brood Cookbooks. For a full rundown of his quest, all outcomes, and all Forager Brood Cookbook locations, see below.
]]>Looking for Martial Arts in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? One of the new weapon types in Elden Ring's massive DLC takes away all of the blades and bludgeons to leave your Tarnished with just the pure power of their limbs. While Fist Weapons are already a thing in Elden Ring, Hand-to-Hand Arts are an exciting new variant in Shadow Of The Erdtree for players who want to go all-in on melee fisticuffs.
It can be a little tricky to find your first Hand-to-Hand weapon, however, especially if you’re speeding through the Lands of Shadow. In this guide, we’ll give you a rundown of Hand-to-Hand Martial Arts in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and explain what you need to do to unlock your first pair of handwraps.
]]>Want to know how to get to the Cathedral of Manus Metyr in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? The Cathedral of Manus Metyr is an important locale in Shadow Of The Erdtree if you want to meet Count Ymir, an important NPC in Elden Ring's huge expansion. Getting there requires making your way through Castle Ensis, then navigating the windy road through the eastern edge of Scadu Altus.
For those who are getting lost along the way, read on. In this guide, we'll reveal everything you need to do to get to the Cathedral of Manus Metyr in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
]]>Looking to get to Charo's Hidden Grave in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree? Charo's Hidden Grave is a secret sub-region above the Cerulean Coast that can only be accessed by taking a careful route from the Gravesite Plain. It's the perfect example of how the map in Elden Ring's DLC Shadow Of The Erdtree is far more expansive than it appears upon first glance.
In this guide, we’ll tell you how to reach Charo's Hidden Grave in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
]]>Want to know how to reach the Hinterland region in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? FromSoftware have a history of gating entire regions behind incredibly obscure and easy to miss puzzles, the most obvious example being the Consecrated Snowfield in Elden Ring. Well, the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC very much keeps this tradition alive with the Hinterland - a gorgeous secret area in the top-right of the map which can only be reached in one very specific way.
In this guide, we'll walk you through exactly how to get to the Hinterland region in Shadow Of The Erdtree, including how to get your hands on the important O Mother Gesture, which you'll need to access the Hinterland.
]]>Want to know where to find the Prayer Room Key in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? From Software have a storied history of gatekeeping grand secrets and content behind easily missed items, and Elden Ring's new Shadow Of The Erdtree expansion is no different. The Prayer Room Key is one of several keys that you need to unlock everything that the Land of Shadow has to offer, but unlike most, the location of the key and the location of the door are fairly disconnected.
In this guide, we'll explain exactly where to go for the Prayer Room Key location in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree, and then we'll explain where to go to find what the key unlocks, so you can reap the full rewards of your meticulous exploration.
]]>Looking for all the Sites Of Grace in Shadow Of The Erdtree? Elden Ring was already a gigantic game, and Shadow Of The Erdtree has expanded it enormously with a giant new map filled with over 100 new Sites Of Grace to track your exploration and progress.
Sites Of Grace act as the equivalent of Bonfires from the Souls series. They are checkpoints where you can recover all your health and FP, level up your character in various ways, change your build, and much more. They're also where you can invest any Scadutree Fragments you find in order to grow stronger purely within the Land Of Shadow.
If you're struggling to find the way to a particular Site Of Grace that you're missing, you've come to the right place. In this guide, we'll walk you through the locations of all 102 Sites Of Grace in Shadow Of The Erdtree. We've even got a handy Sites Of Grace map that you can use to find any Graces that you've yet to discover!
]]>Looking for Perfume Bottles in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? One of the more intriguing new weapon types in Elden Ring's DLC expansion Shadow Of The Erdtree are Perfume Bottles. You may have encountered Perfumers in Elden Ring's base game, or used Perfume Bottles to deal out status effects. Now, you'll be able to fully equip a Perfume Bottle as your main weapon and fire sparks out around you in an arc, dealing potent AoE damage to anyone who comes near.
For Tarnished who prefer a weapon with a lighter touch, Perfume Bottles are worth hunting down. In this guide we'll tell you how to find the most easily accessible Perfume Bottle as soon as Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree starts.
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