Elden Ring boasts a rich tapestry of NPC questlines, significantly enriching the game's lore and even unlocking otherwise inaccessible areas. FromSoftware's characteristically cryptic storytelling, however, makes initiating these quests challenging, given the absence of map markers or quest indicators. This guide provides concise overviews of nearly 30 intertwining NPC questlines, each linked to a comprehensive walkthrough.
- White Mask Varre: This early encounter offers a less-than-friendly introduction. Completing his quest provides one of two paths to Mohgwyn Palace, a late-game area crucial to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Full White Mask Varre Quest Guide
- Ranni the Witch: Initially known as Renna, Ranni's quest is one of the game's longest and most impactful. Assisting her ambitious quest for godhood involves exploring several secret areas, culminating in a journey across the stars. Full Ranni Quest Guide
- Roderika: Found near Stormveil Castle, Roderika offers the Spirit Jellyfish summon. Completing her quest allows her to become a Spirit Tuner in the Roundtable Hold, upgrading Spirit Ashes. Guide on Summoning and Upgrading Spirit Ashes
- Boc the Seamster: This friendly Demi-human requires the retrieval of his sewing tools, leading to a morally ambiguous choice with unclear consequences. Full Boc Quest Guide
- Patches: A recurring FromSoftware character, Patches' quest involves multiple encounters across various locations, beginning in a Limgrave cave. Full Patches Quest Guide
- Sorceress Sellen & Jerren: Sellen's quest, starting in Limgrave, progresses through several late-game areas, culminating in a choice between aiding Witch-Hunter Jerren or Sellen. Full Sellen Quest Guide
- Blaidd: Met in the Mistwood or later, Blaidd's quest intertwines with Ranni's. Full Blaidd Quest Guide
- Kenneth Haight: Liberating his fort, Fort Haight, from Stormveil forces connects to Nepheli Loux's quest. Guide to Finding Kenneth Haight
- Iron Fist Alexander: This iconic character's quest involves multiple encounters, ending in Farum Azula. Full Alexander Quest Guide
- Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri: Yura's quest ends tragically at Shabriri's hands, a follower of the Three Fingers. Full Yura Quest Guide
- Warmaster Bernahl: This quest involves encounters in Limgrave, Volcano Manor, and Farum Azula, culminating in a potential confrontation. Full Bernahl Quest Guide
- Brother Corhyn & Goldmask: Finding Goldmask in the Altus Plateau completes this quest, rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Goldmask Quest Guide
- Diallos: Diallos' journey of self-discovery leads him to Volcano Manor. Full Diallos Quest Guide
- D, Hunter of the Dead: This quest intersects with Fia's, impacting her ultimate fate. Full D, Hunter of the Dead Quest Guide
- Fia, Deathbed Companion: Hugging Fia regularly progresses this quest, revealing Those Who Live In Death and rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Fia Quest Guide
- Edgar & Irina: Protecting Castle Morne's sword leads to the Revenger's Shack in Liurnia. Full Edgar Quest Guide
- Sorcerer Rogier: This quest explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, resulting in a poignant ending. Full Rogier Quest Guide and Lore Implications
- Nepheli Loux: Helping Nepheli discover her lineage after being abandoned by Sir Gideon Ofnir. Full Nepheli Loux Quest Guide
- Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman: Offering Deathroot progresses this quest, unlocking Incantations and rewards. Full Guide to Deathroot Locations
- Finger Maiden Hyetta: Giving Hyetta Shabriri Grapes progresses her quest, leading to the Frenzied Flame ending. Full Hyetta Quest Guide
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