Elden Ring boasts a rich tapestry of NPC questlines, significantly enriching the game's lore and even unlocking otherwise inaccessible areas. However, FromSoftware's characteristically cryptic storytelling, coupled with the absence of quest markers, can make discovering these quests challenging. This guide provides a concise overview of nearly 30 intertwining NPC questlines, each linked to a comprehensive walkthrough.
Key Elden Ring NPC Questlines:
- White Mask Varre: This early encounter leads to Mohgwyn Palace, a crucial endgame area and gateway to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Full Walkthrough
- Ranni the Witch: One of the game's longest and most impactful quests, following Ranni (initially known as Renna) on her quest for godhood and a journey across the stars. This involves exploring several secret areas, including the Lake of Rot. Full Walkthrough
- Roderika: Found near Stormveil Castle, Roderika offers the Spirit Jellyfish summon and eventually becomes a Spirit Tuner in the Roundtable Hold. Full Walkthrough
- Boc the Seamster: Help this Demi-human find his sewing implements and face a difficult choice with unforeseen consequences. Full Walkthrough
- Patches: The recurring FromSoftware character makes his return, appearing in various locations and testing the player's loyalty. Full Walkthrough
- Sorceress Sellen & Jerren: This questline spans multiple areas, focusing on Primeval Sorcerers and culminating in a difficult choice between Sellen and Witch-Hunter Jerren. Full Walkthrough
- Blaidd: This Half-Wolf's quest intersects with Ranni's, beginning in the Mistwood or later in the game. Full Walkthrough
- Kenneth Haight: Liberate his fort and later intersect with Nepheli Loux's quest. Location Guide
- Iron Fist Alexander: This iconic character appears in multiple locations, ultimately ending up in Farum Azula. Full Walkthrough
- Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri: Yura's quest ends tragically at the hands of Shabriri, a follower of the Three Fingers. Full Walkthrough
- Warmaster Bernahl: This questline involves encounters in Limgrave, Volcano Manor, and Farum Azula, culminating in a confrontation. Full Walkthrough
- Brother Corhyn & Goldmask: A shared questline involving the search for Goldmask and the study of the Golden Order. Full Walkthrough
- Diallos: This questline reveals Diallos's identity and place in House Hoslow. Full Walkthrough
- D, Hunter of the Dead: His quest intersects with Fia's, impacting her ultimate fate. Full Walkthrough
- Fia, Deathbed Companion: This quest explores Those Who Live In Death and Godwyn's fate, rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Walkthrough
- Edgar & Irina: A quest involving the defense of Castle Morne and its treasured sword. Full Walkthrough
- Sorcerer Rogier: This quest explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, resulting in a poignant conclusion. Full Walkthrough
- Nepheli Loux: This quest follows Nepheli's journey to discover her true lineage after being abandoned. Full Walkthrough
- Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman: This quest involves collecting Deathroot to progress and unlock Incantations. Deathroot Locations Guide
- Finger Maiden Hyetta: This quest delves into the Frenzied Flame, leading to a specific ending. Full Walkthrough
(Note: Replace LINK_TO_WALKTHROUGH and LINK_TO_LOCATION_GUIDE with actual links to relevant walkthroughs and guides.) 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 their own detailed questlines, and information can be found through similar online resources.
