Elden Ring boasts a rich tapestry of NPC questlines, significantly enriching the game's lore and even unlocking otherwise inaccessible areas. However, FromSoftware's cryptic storytelling and lack of quest markers can make discovering these quests challenging. This guide provides a concise overview of nearly 30 NPC questlines, with links to detailed walkthroughs for each. Many quests intertwine, creating a complex and rewarding narrative experience.
- White Mask Varre: This early encounter leads 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, this expansive questline involves aiding an Empyrean's ascension and a journey across the stars, unlocking several secret areas like the Lake of Rot. Full Ranni Quest Guide
- Roderika: Found near Stormveil Castle, Roderika provides the Spirit Jellyfish summon and eventually becomes a Spirit Tuner in the Roundtable Hold. Guide on Summoning and Upgrading Spirit Ashes
- Boc the Seamster: Help this friendly Demi-human find his sewing tools and face a difficult choice with unforeseen consequences. Full Boc Quest Guide
- Patches: The recurring FromSoftware character returns, appearing in various locations and testing the player's loyalty. Full Patches Quest Guide
- Sorceress Sellen & Jerren: This quest spans multiple areas, focusing on Primeval Sorcerers and culminating in a difficult choice between Sellen and Witch-Hunter Jerren. Full Sellen Quest Guide
- Blaidd: Met in the Mistwood or later, Blaidd's quest intertwines with Ranni's, offering a compelling narrative. Full Blaidd Quest Guide
- Kenneth Haight: Liberate his fort and later intersect with Nepheli Loux's quest. Guide to Finding Kenneth Haight
- Iron Fist Alexander: This memorable character appears in several locations, ultimately ending up in Farum Azula. Full Alexander Quest Guide
- Bloody Finger Hunter Yura & Shabriri: Yura's quest ends tragically at the hands of Shabriri, a follower of the Three Fingers. Full Yura Quest Guide
- Warmaster Bernahl: This questline involves multiple encounters, ultimately leading to a confrontation with a former ally. Full Bernahl Quest Guide
- Brother Corhyn & Goldmask: This shared questline involves finding Goldmask and studying the Golden Order, rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Goldmask Quest Guide
- Diallos: Encountered in Roundtable Hold, Diallos's quest explores his identity and place in House Hoslow. Full Diallos Quest Guide
- D, Hunter of the Dead: This questline intersects with Fia's, impacting her fate and revealing details about Those Who Live In Death. Full D, Hunter of the Dead Quest Guide
- Fia, Deathbed Companion: Hugging Fia progresses this quest, revealing insights into Godwyn's death and rewarding a Mending Rune. Full Fia Quest Guide
- Edgar & Irina: This quest involves protecting Castle Morne and resolving a family conflict. Full Edgar Quest Guide
- Sorcerer Rogier: This quest explores Deathroot and Godwyn's murder, resulting in a poignant conclusion. Full Rogier Quest Guide and Lore Implications
- Nepheli Loux: Help Nepheli discover her true lineage after being abandoned by Sir Gideon Ofnir. Full Nepheli Loux Quest Guide
- Gurranq, the Beast Clergyman: Bring him Deathroot to progress his quest, unlock Incantations, and obtain rewards. Full Guide to Deathroot Locations
- Finger Maiden Hyetta: This quest delves into the Frenzied Flame, requiring Shabriri Grapes and leading to the Frenzied Flame ending. Full Hyetta Quest Guide
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with actual links to relevant walkthroughs.) The remaining NPCs (Thops, Rya, Blackguard Big Boggart, Jar Bairn, Preceptor Seluvis, Latenna, The Dung Eater, Gowry & Millicent, Tanith & The Volcano Manor) also have quests, and further detailed guides can be found online. Remember to explore thoroughly and interact with every character you encounter!