Elden Ring boasts a rich tapestry of NPC questlines, significantly enriching the game's lore and unlocking otherwise inaccessible areas. FromSoftware's signature cryptic storytelling, however, can make initiating these quests challenging, especially given the absence of map markers or quest logs. This guide provides a concise overview of nearly 30 intertwined NPC quests, offering links to detailed walkthroughs for each.
Key NPCs and Their Quests:
- White Mask Varre: This early encounter offers one path to Mohgwyn Palace, a crucial endgame area and gateway to the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Full White Mask Varre Quest Guide
- Ranni the Witch: Beginning as Renna, Ranni's extensive questline is one of the most impactful, culminating in an Empyrean's ascension to godhood and a journey across the stars. This involves exploring several hidden areas, including the Lake of Rot. Full Ranni Quest Guide
- Roderika: Found near Stormveil Castle, Roderika provides the Spirit Jellyfish summon and ultimately becomes a Spirit Tuner in the Roundtable Hold. Guide to Summoning and Upgrading Spirit Ashes
- Boc the Seamster: This friendly Demi-human's quest involves retrieving his sewing tools and making a consequential choice with uncertain outcomes. Full Boc Quest Guide
- Patches: A recurring FromSoftware character, Patches' questline unfolds across multiple locations, beginning in a Limgrave cave. Full Patches Quest Guide
- Sorceress Sellen & Jerren: Sellen's quest, starting in Limgrave, leads to a confrontation with Jerren, forcing a choice between two powerful sorcerers. Full Sellen Quest Guide
- Blaidd: Encountered in the Mistwood or later in relation to Ranni's quest, Blaidd's storyline intertwines with hers. Full Blaidd Quest Guide
- Kenneth Haight: Liberating his fort, Fort Haight, connects to Nepheli Loux's quest. Guide to Finding Kenneth Haight
- Iron Fist Alexander: This iconic character's journey spans multiple locations, culminating in a final encounter in Farum Azula. Full Alexander Quest Guide
- Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri: Yura's quest involves a tragic confrontation with Shabriri, a follower of the Three Fingers. Full Yura Quest Guide
- Warmaster Bernahl: This questline involves a transformation from friendly NPC to formidable opponent. Full Bernahl Quest Guide
- Brother Corhyn & Goldmask: Their shared quest involves the Golden Order and rewards a Mending Rune. Full Goldmask Quest Guide
- Diallos: This Game of Thrones-esque character's quest reveals his identity and place in House Hoslow. Full Diallos Quest Guide
- D, Hunter of the Dead: This quest, intertwined with Fia's, impacts her ultimate fate. Full D, Hunter of the Dead Quest Guide
- Fia, Deathbed Companion: Fia's quest explores Those Who Live In Death and Godwyn's fate, rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Fia Quest Guide
- Edgar & Irina: This father-daughter quest involves defending Castle Morne and culminates at the Revenger's Shack. Full Edgar Quest Guide
- Sorcerer Rogier: Rogier's quest explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, resulting in a poignant conclusion. Full Rogier Quest Guide
- Nepheli Loux: Nepheli's quest involves discovering her true lineage after being abandoned by Sir Gideon Ofnir. Full Nepheli Loux Quest Guide
- Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman: This quest involves collecting Deathroot to progress his storyline and unlock Incantations. Guide to All Deathroot Locations
- Finger Maiden Hyetta: Hyetta's quest delves into the Frenzied Flame, leading to a specific ending. Full Hyetta Quest Guide
(Note: Replace LINK_TO_GUIDE with actual links to relevant walkthroughs.) 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 significant questlines and will be included in a future, more comprehensive update to this guide.
