How to Start Shadow of the Erdtree

To start "Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree" DLC, you need to meet specific requirements and defeat certain bosses. Here's a detailed guide on how to begin your adventure in the DLC:

Story and Boss Requirements

To access "Shadow of the Erdtree," you need to defeat two main shardbearer bosses: Starscourge Radahn and Mogh, Lord of Blood.

Defeating Radahn

    Location: Radahn is found in the Wailing Dunes of Caelid, and you must defeat him as part of the Festival at Redmane Castle.

    Preparation:

        Blaidd's Questline: It's recommended to undertake Blaidd's Questline starting in East Limgrave, which leads into Ranni's Questline in Liurnia. Completing this will allow you to summon Blaidd during the fight.

        Alexander the Iron Fist: Another helpful NPC is Alexander the Iron Fist. Free him from a ditch in Limgrave or find him in Gael Tunnel to summon him during the battle.

Defeating Mogh

    Location: Mogh resides in Moghwyn Palace, an underground area.

    Methods to Access Moghwyn Palace:

        Varre's Questline:

            Find Varre in the Rose Church in Liurnia and complete his quest to invade players three times in PvP. This will reward you with an item that teleports you to Moghwyn Palace.

        Consecrated Snowfield:

            Reach the Consecrated Snowfield via a secret lift near the Mountaintops of the Giants. You'll need two medallion halves: one from Albus the Albinauric in Liurnia, and another from Castle Sol in the Mountaintops of the Giants.

            Once in the snowfield, find the secret Sending Gate teleporter along the central western border to enter Moghwyn Palace.

    Tips for Defeating Mogh:

        Mogh's Shackle: Found in the Subterranean Shunning Grounds beneath Leyndell, guarded by Giant Crayfish. This item can stun Mogh briefly.

        Purifying Crystal Tear: Use this item to survive Mogh's "Nihil" blood loss attack. Obtain it from Eleonora the Violet Bloody Finger in the Altus Plateau's Second Church of Marika.

Accessing Miquella's Cocoon

    Location: Once ready, go to the Cocoon of the Empyrean Site of Grace in Moghwyn Palace.

    Interaction: You will meet Leda, a follower of the demigod Miquella. Leda will instruct you to touch Miquella's arm, which will transport you to the Realm of Shadow, where the DLC content begins.

Additional Tips

    Level Up: Ensure your character is well-leveled and prepared for the tough battles ahead.

    Explore Thoroughly: Look for hidden paths and explore vertical spaces in the Shadow Realm for secret passages and crucial items.

By following these steps and preparing adequately, you'll be ready to tackle the challenging content in "Shadow of the Erdtree."

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