Elden Ring: Comprehensive Guide to NPC Quest Lines

Elden Ring: A Comprehensive Guide to NPC Questlines

Elden Ring's rich tapestry of NPC questlines breathes life into its world, unveiling intricate lore and unlocking hidden areas inaccessible otherwise. FromSoftware's signature enigmatic storytelling, however, makes initiating these quests challenging, especially with the absence of map markers. This guide provides a concise overview of nearly 30 intertwined NPC quests, each with a link to a detailed walkthrough.

1. White Mask Varre

Encountered early, Varre is less than welcoming. His quest offers one path to Mohgwyn Palace, a late-game area housing Mohg, Lord of Blood, and a gateway to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Complete White Mask Varre quest guide

2. Ranni the Witch

Initially appearing as Renna, Ranni's quest is one of the longest and most impactful. Aid this Empyrean in her quest for Godhood and a journey across the stars, exploring secret areas like the Lake of Rot along the way. Complete Ranni quest guide

3. Roderika

Found outside Stormveil Castle, Roderika gifts the Spirit Jellyfish summon. Completing her quest makes her a Spirit Tuner in Roundtable Hold. Guide on summoning and upgrading Spirit Ashes

4. Boc the Seamster

This friendly Demi-human requires the retrieval of his sewing tools. The quest culminates in a difficult choice with unclear consequences. Complete Boc quest guide

5. Patches

A recurring FromSoftware character, Patches appears in a Limgrave cave and later in multiple locations. Complete Patches quest guide

6. Sorceress Sellen & Jerren

Sellen's quest begins in Limgrave and continues through several areas, focusing on the Primeval Sorcerers. The ultimate choice involves siding with either Sellen or Witch-Hunter Jerren. Complete Sellen quest guide

7. Blaidd

Blaidd, the Half-Wolf, is encountered in the Mistwood or later, intersecting with Ranni's quest. Complete Blaidd quest guide

8. Kenneth Haight

Liberate Kenneth Haight's Fort Haight from Stormveil forces to connect with Nepheli Loux's quest. Guide to finding Kenneth Haight

9. Iron Fist Alexander

This iconic character is initially found on a ledge in Stormhill. His journey leads to a final encounter in Farum Azula. Complete Alexander quest guide

10. Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri

Yura, in his distinctive Ronin set, warns of Agheel. His fate is intertwined with Shabriri, a follower of the Three Fingers. Complete Yura quest guide

11. Warmaster Bernahl

Bernahl's journey spans Limgrave, Volcano Manor, and Farum Azula, transforming from friendly NPC to formidable opponent. Complete Bernahl quest guide

12. Brother Corhyn & Goldmask

Corhyn's search for Goldmask in the Altus Plateau leads to a Mending Rune reward. Complete Goldmask quest guide

13. Diallos

Diallos's quest, starting in Roundtable Hold, culminates in Volcano Manor as he discovers his identity and place in House Hoslow. Complete Diallos quest guide

14. D, Hunter of the Dead

Found in Limgrave or Roundtable Hold, D's quest intersects with Fia's, impacting her ultimate fate. Complete D, Hunter of the Dead quest guide

15. Fia, Deathbed Companion

Fia's quest, initiated in Roundtable Hold, explores Those Who Live In Death and Godwyn's fate, rewarding a Mending Rune. Complete Fia quest guide

16. Edgar & Irina

Edgar defends Castle Morne, while his daughter Irina's quest leads to the Revenger's Shack in Liurnia. Complete Edgar quest guide

17. Sorcerer Rogier

Rogier's quest in Stormveil Castle explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, resulting in a poignant ending and valuable rewards. Complete Rogier's quest guide

18. Nepheli Loux

Nepheli Loux's quest in Stormveil Castle reveals her lineage and involves aiding her in discovering her true identity. Complete Nepheli Loux quest guide

19. Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman

Gurranq's quest involves collecting Deathroot, unlocking Incantations and gear. Guide to all Deathroot locations

20. Finger Maiden Hyetta

Hyetta's quest, beginning in Liurnia, delves into the Frenzied Flame, leading to Shabriri in the Mountaintops of the Giants. Complete Hyetta quest guide

(Note: Replace link_to_guide with actual links to the respective walkthroughs.)