Elden Ring Guide#
Elden Ring is an open-world souls-like action RPG developed by FromSoftware, with worldbuilding by George R. R. Martin. Across the vast Lands Between you will explore six major regions, take on the demigod bosses, and ultimately rise to become the Elden Lord.
Game Information#
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Game | Elden Ring |
| Developer | FromSoftware |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Director | Hidetaka Miyazaki |
| Worldbuilding | George R. R. Martin |
| Genre | Open-world souls-like action RPG |
| DLC | Shadow of the Erdtree |
| Platforms | PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC (Steam) |
| Release Date | February 25, 2022 |
| Main Regions | 6 — Limgrave, Liurnia, Caelid, Altus Plateau, Mountaintops of the Giants, Consecrated Snowfield |
| Number of Endings | 6 |
| Boss Count | 40+ Remembrance and major bosses |
| Language | Full Chinese support (UI + subtitles) |
Core Features#
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Open world | Six seamlessly connected regions — explore freely and pick any route |
| Mount system | Torrent, the spectral steed — fast travel plus mounted combat |
| Ashes of War | Swappable weapon skills — mix and match freely |
| Spirit ashes | Summon spirits to fight for you — a godsend for solo players |
| Multiplayer | Co-op progression and PvP invasions — summon signs and Furlcalling Finger Remedy |
| Jumping | A dedicated jump key in a souls game for the first time — it completely changes exploration |
| Map fragments | Collect map fragments to unlock each region’s map |
| Sites of Grace | Bonfire-style checkpoints — the golden trail points you toward the main path |
Attributes at a Glance#
| Attribute | Effect | Recommended For |
|---|---|---|
| Vigor | HP — the most important stat; aim for 40-60 first | All classes |
| Mind | FP (blue bar) + attunement slots | Casters |
| Endurance | Stamina (green bar) + equip load | All classes |
| Strength | Heavy weapon damage + strength requirements | Warriors |
| Dexterity | Dexterity weapon damage + casting speed + reduced fall damage | Dexterity builds |
| Intelligence | Sorcery damage + intelligence weapon requirements | Mages |
| Faith | Incantation damage + faith weapon requirements | Clerics |
| Arcane | Item discovery + status effect buildup + arcane weapon requirements | Status effect builds |
Beginner Tips#
| # | Tip | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Start as a Samurai or Vagabond | Both start with solid gear and sane stat distribution — ideal for newcomers |
| 2 | Prioritize Vigor | Dump early points into Vigor up to 40 — staying alive comes first |
| 3 | Follow the Sites of Grace | The golden particles mark the way — follow them whenever you get lost |
| 4 | Use your spirit ashes | Summon them against tough bosses — they draw aggro and open windows to attack |
| 5 | Don’t be afraid to run | Bosses and areas you can’t beat can be skipped — level up elsewhere and come back |
| 6 | Mounted combat matters | Torrent gives a huge edge against field bosses and elites — hop on when things go bad |
| 7 | Grab map fragments first | In every new region, find the map fragment (the torch icon on the map) before exploring |
| 8 | Upgrade weapons before stats | Weapon upgrades add far more damage than attribute points — smithing stones are top priority |
FAQ#
What is the best starting class?#
Samurai — it starts with a katana and a bow, has a balanced stat spread, and suits every build.
What is the best early rune farming spot?#
The gazebo near Aeonia Swamp in Caelid — knock the crows off the wall and each one drops 1,190 runes.
How do I access the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC?#
After defeating Starscourer Radahn and Morgott, touch Miquella’s cocoon at the temple in Mohgwyn Palace.
What do you need for multiplayer?#
Multiplayer items — a Furlcalling Finger Remedy or a Blue Furlcalling Finger Remedy — plus the area boss must still be alive.
Can you unlock all achievements in one playthrough?#
No — you need at least 2.5 playthroughs to cover all three ending achievements.
Where can you respec your stats?#
With Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon — you will need a Larval Tear.
What is the maximum weapon upgrade level?#
+25 for standard weapons.
Version Update History#
| Version | Date | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1.00 (Launch) | 2022.02.25 | Base game — 6 major regions, around 40 bosses, 6 endings |
| 1.03 | 2022.03.17 | Added NPC quest markers, improved map functionality, extensive weapon balance changes |
| 1.04 | 2022.04.19 | Sorcery nerfs, incantation buffs, new Patches questline |
| 1.07 | 2022.10.13 | Major PvP balance overhaul — new arena mode added |
| 1.10 | 2023.03.23 | Ray tracing support, new map features |
| 1.12 (DLC) | 2024.06.21 | Shadow of the Erdtree DLC — the Land of Shadow, 8 new Remembrance bosses, new weapon types (Light Greatswords, Hand-to-Hand, and more) |
| 1.13 | 2024.07.04 | DLC difficulty balance — enhanced Scadutree Blessing effects, boss damage adjustments |
| 1.14 | 2024.09.11 | Final balance patch — weapon adjustments across the board, bug fixes |
Boss Weaknesses Quick Reference#
| Boss | Location | Weakness | Resistance | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margit, the Fell Omen | Stormhill | Strike | Holy | Talisman Pouch |
| Godrick the Grafted | Stormveil Castle | Lightning | Holy | Godrick’s Great Rune |
| Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon | Raya Lucaria Academy | Bleed | Magic | Larval Tear |
| Starscourer Radahn | Redmane Castle | Scarlet Rot | Magic | Radahn’s Great Rune |
| Morgott, the Omen King | Leyndell, Royal Capital | Strike | Holy | Morgott’s Cursed Sword |
| Fire Giant | Mountaintops of the Giants | Strike | Fire | Remembrance of the Fire Giant |
| Radagon and the Elden Beast | The Erdtree | Strike | Holy | Elden Lord ending |
Shadow of the Erdtree Leveling Path#
| Step | Location | Goal | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gravesite Plain | Collect Scadutree Fragments x6 | Near the church and the main road — a huge boost to attack and defense |
| 2 | Belurat, Tower Settlement | Defeat the Divine Beast Dancing Lion | Recommended level 150+ |
| 3 | Ensis Castle | Defeat Rellana, Twin Moon Knight | High magic resistance helps |
| 4 | Shadow Keep | Obtain the Remembrance of the Impaler | Watch for hidden walls while exploring |
| 5 | Enir-Ilim | — | — |
All Endings Unlock Conditions#
| Ending | Trigger Condition | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Elden Lord | Defeat Radagon and the Elden Beast without triggering any special conditions | Default ending — mend the Elden Ring and become the Elden Lord |
| Lord of the Frenzied Flame | Accept the Frenzied Flame at the Three Fingers — triggered after the final boss | Burn everything away — the frenzied flame ending |
| Age of the Stars | Complete Ranni’s questline — summon Ranni with the Dark Moon Ring | Leave the Lands Between together with Ranni |
| Age of the Duskborn | Complete Fia’s questline — use the Mending Rune of the Death-Prince | The order of death returns to the world |
| Age of Order | Complete Goldmask’s questline — use the Mending Rune of the Perfect Order | The Golden Order made perfect |
| Blessing of Despair | Complete the Dung Eater’s questline — use the Mending Rune of the Fell Curse | A curse descends upon the Lands Between |
Achievements#
| Achievement | Requirement | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Elden Ring | Earn all trophies | ★★★★★ |
| Elden Lord | Achieve the Elden Lord ending | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Age of the Stars | Achieve the Age of the Stars ending | ★★★☆☆ |
| Lord of the Frenzied Flame | Achieve the Lord of the Frenzied Flame ending | ★★★☆☆ |
| Legendary Armaments | Collect all 9 legendary weapons | ★★★☆☆ |
| Legendary Ashes | Collect all 6 legendary spirit ashes | ★★★☆☆ |
| Legendary Spells and Incantations | Collect all 7 legendary spells and incantations | ★★★★☆ |
| Legendary Talismans | Collect all 8 legendary talismans | ★★★★☆ |
| Roundtable Hold | Reach the Roundtable Hold | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Shadow of the Erdtree Boss Quick Reference#
| Boss | Recommended Level | Scadutree Blessing | Weakness | Key Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Beast Dancing Lion | 150+ | 2-3 | Frost | Keep your distance and hit the head — dodge sideways when it charges |
| Rellana, Twin Moon Knight | 160+ | 3-5 | Strike | Roll through her combos — counterattack when she recovers |
| Messmer the Impaler | 170+ | 5-7 | Magic | Phase 2 turns into a serpent — adjust your roll timing |
| Midra, Lord of Frenzied Flame | 175+ | 7-8 | Holy | Keep mid range — avoid her frenzied flame AoEs |
| Promised Consort Radahn | 190+ | 10-12 | Bleed | The hardest boss in the game — demands extreme patience |
| Metyr, Mother of Fingers | 165+ | 5-7 | Lightning | Kill the little fingers first — dodge lasers when fighting the main body |
Related Games#
- Bloodborne — a gothic-horror souls-like action RPG
- Shadow of the Erdtree — Elden Ring’s major DLC expansion
- Stellar Blade — a sci-fi action RPG
- Dark Souls III — the perfect finale to the souls trilogy, with spectacular boss fights
- Sekiro — a Sengoku-era action adventure with a unique parry system
Related Rankings#
Best Open-World Games of All Time · Best Soulslike Games · Hardest Bosses · Best RPGs
Full Guides#
In-depth sub-guides — beginner basics, world exploration across all six regions, boss strategies, builds and classes, item and collectible locations, and the full Shadow of the Erdtree DLC — are available in Chinese on NTGame’s Elden Ring section.