Elden Ring's expansive world is enriched by the intricate quest lines of its many NPCs. These quests often unlock hidden lore and areas, adding depth to the game's already compelling narrative. However, FromSoftware's cryptic storytelling and lack of quest markers can make it challenging to discover and complete these quests. This guide provides a concise overview of nearly 30 NPC quest lines, with links to detailed walkthroughs for each.
Key NPCs and Their Quests:
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White Mask Varre: This enigmatic character offers one path to Mohgwyn Palace, a crucial endgame area. [Link to White Mask Varre Quest Guide]
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Ranni the Witch: One of the game's longest and most impactful quests, involving an Empyrean's journey to godhood and exploration of secret areas like the Lake of Rot. [Link to Ranni Quest Guide]
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Roderika: Found near Stormveil Castle, Roderika gifts the Spirit Jellyfish summon and eventually becomes a Spirit Tuner in Roundtable Hold. [Link to Spirit Ashes Guide]
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Boc the Seamster: A Demi-human who tasks the player with retrieving his sewing implements, leading to a significant choice with unclear consequences. [Link to Boc Quest Guide]
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Patches: A recurring FromSoftware character, Patches appears in multiple locations, testing the player's loyalty and resourcefulness. [Link to Patches Quest Guide]
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Sorceress Sellen & Jerren: Sellen's quest involves finding Primeval Sorcerers, culminating in a choice between aiding or betraying Witch-Hunter Jerren. [Link to Sellen Quest Guide]
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Blaidd: A Half-Wolf whose quest intersects with Ranni's, leading through the Mistwood and beyond. [Link to Blaidd Quest Guide]
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Kenneth Haight: Liberating his fort, Fort Haight, connects to Nepheli Loux's quest. [Link to Kenneth Haight Location Guide]
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Iron Fist Alexander: An iconic character encountered in several locations, ultimately found in Farum Azula. [Link to Alexander Quest Guide]
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Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri: Yura's quest involves a confrontation with the treacherous Shabriri. [Link to Yura Quest Guide]
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Warmaster Bernahl: A friendly NPC who later becomes a formidable foe, encountered in Limgrave, Volcano Manor, and Farum Azula. [Link to Bernahl Quest Guide]
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Brother Corhyn & Goldmask: A shared quest involving the search for Goldmask and the study of the Golden Order. [Link to Goldmask Quest Guide]
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Diallos: A character with a compelling backstory, encountered in Roundtable Hold and Volcano Manor. [Link to Diallos Quest Guide]
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D, Hunter of the Dead: His quest intertwines with Fia's, impacting her fate and revealing secrets about Those Who Live In Death. [Link to D, Hunter of the Dead Quest Guide]
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Fia, Deathbed Companion: Her quest sheds light on Godwyn's death and Those Who Live In Death, rewarding a Mending Rune upon completion. [Link to Fia Quest Guide]
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Edgar & Irina: A father-daughter quest involving the defense of Castle Morne and a journey to the Revenger's Shack. [Link to Edgar Quest Guide]
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Sorcerer Rogier: His quest explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, leading to a poignant conclusion. [Link to Rogier Quest Guide]
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Nepheli Loux: A warrior whose quest involves discovering her true lineage after being abandoned by Sir Gideon Ofnir. [Link to Nepheli Loux Quest Guide]
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Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman: His quest involves collecting Deathroot, unlocking Incantations and rewarding valuable gear. [Link to Deathroot Locations Guide]
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Finger Maiden Hyetta: Her quest delves into the Frenzied Flame, leading to the Frenzied Flame ending. [Link to Hyetta Quest Guide]
(Note: The bracketed "[Link to ...]" sections are placeholders for actual links to walkthroughs. These would need to be added.) The remaining NPCs (Thops, Rya, Blackguard Big Boggart, Jar Bairn, Preceptor Seluvis, Latenna, The Dung Eater, Gowry & Millicent, and Tanith & The Volcano Manor) also have quests, and individual guides for these are recommended for completion.
