Welcome to the ultimate Elden Ring walkthrough! This guide will take you through every major region, dungeon, and boss in Elden Ring from start to finish. The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC introduces even more content, including new bosses, weapons, and areas. If you're ready to dive into the Lands Between and conquer everything in your path, this guide is here to help.

Chapel of Anticipation

Objective: Your first steps in the world of Elden Ring start here. You wake up as the Tarnished and make your way through the Chapel of Anticipation.

Character Creation: Select a class and keepsake, but keep in mind these won't hugely affect your initial run.

Boss: Grafted Scion: You'll encounter your first boss here. While it's a tough fight, you're meant to lose. If you do win, you get the Ornamental Straight Sword and Gold Beast-Crest Shield.

Defeat or Lose to Grafted Scion: Either way, you'll meet Melina and Torrent, your trusty steed, and move on to the Stranded Graveyard.

Limgrave

Objective: Limgrave is the first major area where you'll learn the basics of the Elden Ring.

First Steps:

After the Stranded Graveyard, you'll enter Limgrave. This is your introduction to the open world.

You'll meet Varré, who mentions that you are "maidens" and introduces the Guidance of Grace (golden paths leading to key locations).

Key NPCs:

Merchant Kalé: He is located at the Church of Elleh, where you can buy useful Elden Ring items like a torch.

First Boss: Margit, the Fell Omen: Proceed north and find Stormgate. Margit is your first real boss in Elden Ring, and the fight is challenging but manageable with practice.

Important Steps:

After defeating Margit (or dying), you'll meet Melina, who offers to become your maiden. This unlocks fast travel and leveling up.

Proceed towards Stormveil Castle via the Stormhill path to face Godrick the Grafted.

Stormveil Castle

Objective: Your first Legacy Dungeon and a tough challenge ahead. This is where you will encounter Godrick the Grafted.

Route Options: You can enter the castle through the main gate or the side path.

Boss: Godrick the Grafted: Godrick is the first Shardbearer boss and a major milestone in the game.

Combat Tips: Use Torrent to avoid getting overwhelmed by Godrick's many attacks.

After defeating Godrick, you'll activate Godrick's Great Rune at the Divine Tower of Limgrave.

Liurnia of the Lakes

Objective: After Godrick's defeat, you'll venture into Liurnia of the Lakes and find new areas to explore.

Key Areas:

Raya Lucaria Academy: Home to Royal Academy Sorceries, this is where you will face the powerful Red Wolf of Radagon and Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon.

Progression:

Defeat Rennala: This fight has two phases—first, you'll need to break her shield with Glintstone Crystals before engaging in a full-blown battle.

Rennala's Great Rune: After defeating her, you'll obtain her Great Elden Ring Runes.

Caelid

Objective: A harsh, desolate land, Caelid is filled with deadly enemies and dangerous bosses.

Redmane Castle: After passing through the region, head towards Redmane Castle for a boss fight with Starscourge Radahn, one of the game's most iconic bosses.

Starscourge Radahn: Use torrent to move around the battle, and try to avoid his powerful ranged attacks.

Altus Plateau

Objective: Located to the north, the Altus Plateau offers a variety of enemies, bosses, and exploration opportunities.

Boss: Draconic Tree Sentinel: A tough enemy on the plateau; be careful of its wide range of attacks.

Exploration: Head to Leyndell, Royal Capital, which is a significant city that will test your skills in platforming and combat.

Mt. Gelmir and Volcano Manor

Objective: After the Altus Plateau, proceed to Mt. Gelmir and Volcano Manor.

Volcano Manor: This area offers various side quests, including fighting some of the Tarnished Invaders to unlock rare weapons.

Leyndell, Royal Capital

Objective: One of the game's biggest dungeons, Leyndell holds some of the most rewarding boss fights.

Boss: Morgott, the Omen King: A formidable foe. Use the environment to your advantage and avoid his range of attacks.

Mountaintops of the Giants

Objective: This region leads to one of the most pivotal battles in the game—The Fire Giant.

Fire Giant: One of the toughest fights, particularly with the terrain challenges. Use ranged weapons or summon allies.

Crumbling Farum Azula

Objective: A fractured, dangerous place full of surprises.

Boss: Maliketh, the Black Blade: Maliketh is a brutal boss who will test every aspect of your combat skills.

Ashen Capital

Objective: The end is near as you approach the final areas of the Elden Ring.

Shadow of the Erdtree DLC

New Bosses: The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC introduces fresh bosses like the Divine Beast Dancing Lion and Putrescent Knight. Make sure to explore Leyndell and Farum Azula for secret areas and bosses.

New Gear: Equip yourself with powerful Erdtree weapons dropped by these DLC bosses, such as the Erdtree Greatsword and Divine Beast Armor.

Final Bosses and Endings

The game culminates in your final battle against Radagon of the Golden Order and The Elden Beast. Upon defeating these bosses, you'll be presented with multiple endings depending on your choices throughout the game, including those tied to Miquella and Ranni's Questline.

Multiple Endings: Aim for the ending that suits your chosen faction, or pursue the Age of the Stars by aligning with Ranni.

This walkthrough covers the main objectives, regions, and bosses of Elden Ring, but the game is full of side quests, hidden areas, and secrets. As you progress, don't forget to check out our Elden Ring Golden Seeds, Sacred Tears, and Memory Stones guides to fully complete your adventure!