Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Walkthrough and More

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is a special edition of the acclaimed action RPG Elden Ring. It includes the base game along with an expansion called Shadow of the Eritrea. In this expansion, players embark on a new adventure in the mysterious Land of Shadow, encountering dangerous dungeons, fresh enemies, and exciting weapons and equipment.

They can explore uncharted territories, face tough challenges, and enjoy the satisfaction of victory. The game offers a rich narrative with intriguing characters, adding depth to the immersive gaming experience. Players can enjoy the freedom to explore the vast dark fantasy world at their own pace.

Just remember, you need the base game to access the Shadow of the Erdtree content and be careful not to buy duplicate editions. Published by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. and developed by FromSoftware Inc., the Shadow of the Erdtree edition was released on June 21, 2024.

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Walkthrough

Starting the DLC: Realm of Shadow

1. Prerequisite: Defeat Shardbearer Mohg (Mohg, Lord of Blood) and Shardbearer Radahn (Starscourge Radahn) in the main game. If you've already completed the main game and platinumed it, you'll have defeated these bosses.
2. Accessing DLC: Fast travel to the "Cocoon of the Empyrean" site of grace, where you fought Mohg. Interact with the Withered Arm behind the area to start the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.

DLC Walkthrough

Step 1: Reach Ensis Castle and Defeat Rellana

• From the starting point (Gravesite Plain), head north to Ellac Greatbridge.
• Cross the bridge to Castle Front and find the Castle Ensis Checkpoint site of grace.
• Drop down to the flooded area, climb the ladder on the left, and unlock the gate.
• Progress through Castle-Lord’s Chamber to face Rellana, the Twin Moon Knight.
  • Boss Strategy: Rellana is highly resistant to blue magic. Use purple magic and dodge her fast, powerful attacks. Watch for her magic orbs and shockwaves.
  • Reward: 180,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Twin Moon Knight

Step 2: Defeat Messmer in Shadow Keep

• Continue north to Shadow Keep after defeating Rellana.
• Navigate through the Keep to reach Messmer, the Impaler.
  • Boss Strategy: Messmer is aggressive with long combos and fire magic. Phase two transforms him into a serpent. Use blue magic like Great Glintstone Shard and manage your health carefully.
  • Reward: 400,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Impaler, Messmer’s Kindling

Step 3: Use Messmer’s Kindling at Church of the Bud

• Fast travel to Storehouse, First Floor and head west to Rauh Ancient Ruins.
• Navigate through the ruins to reach the Church of the Bud.
• Use Messmer’s Kindling at the Sealing Tree.
  • Boss Strategy: Fight Romina, Saint of the Bud.
    • Romina is a centipede-woman hybrid. Use ranged attacks and dodge her melee and explosive butterfly attacks.
  • Reward: 380,000 Runes, Remembrance of the Saint of the Bud

Side Quests and Exploration

• Optional Areas: Explore optional side areas marked on the Realm of Shadow map.
• Optional Bosses: Face two minibosses and optional bosses for additional rewards.
• Item Collection: Gather Scadutree Fragments and Spirit Ash Blessings for permanent damage reduction.

Tips for Success

• Recommended Level: Aim for Level 150+ before tackling the DLC.
• Magic Usage: Adjust your magic spells based on boss weaknesses (blue magic for most bosses).
• Companion NPCs: Use Mimic Tear Ashes and summon NPCs strategically to aid in boss fights.
• Exploration: Use Sites of Grace for fast travel between DLC areas and the main game.

This walkthrough should help you navigate through the Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree DLC efficiently, completing both the main story and optional side quests. Adjust your strategy based on your character build and playstyle for optimal success.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Review

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC continues the game's legacy with impressive new content. It builds on Elden Ring's reputation for excellence by offering a challenging and expansive experience. The DLC doesn't drastically change the game but captures the essence of what made Elden Ring great in a more compact form.

In Shadow of the Erdtree, players face over 40 bosses, including 10 major battles that are both thrilling and demanding. These encounters provide ample opportunity to test different strategies and enjoy some of the toughest fights in the Soulslike genre. Despite its difficulty, the DLC maintains fairness, ensuring that victories are hard-earned but satisfying.

Exploring the new realm is a rewarding experience filled with secrets and discoveries, accompanied by new weapons and spells to experiment with. FromSoftware has crafted a DLC that feels like a condensed version of the main game, packing in more content than many full games on the market today. For fans of Elden Ring and challenging gameplay, Shadow of the Erdtree offers an essential continuation of the adventure.

Elden Ring DLC Release Date

The Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC was made available on Friday, June 21st, 2024. This highly anticipated expansion included new areas, storylines, and boss fights.

For PlayStation users (PS5 and PS4), the option to pre-load the DLC began on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024. If you had pre-ordered through the PlayStation Store, your download started automatically. The DLC file size was approximately 16.502GB, so it was important to ensure you had enough space and time to download it before playing.

Players enjoyed diving back into the world of Elden Ring with this exciting new content!

Elden Ring DLC Available Platforms

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC. The release times differed for consoles and PC. Console players could start at 9 PM Pacific Time and midnight Eastern Time on June 20.

In the UK, it was available at midnight British Summer Time on June 21. PC players could begin at 3 PM Pacific Time and 6 PM Eastern Time on June 20. In the UK, PC players could start at 11 PM British Summer Time on June 20. This synchronized release meant everyone could start playing at the same moment globally, though the local time varied based on their location.