Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree plunges us deep into the Realm of Shadow to meet a host of new NPCs. Not only does it bring new characters, but it also comes with new quests and controller-smashing boss battles. So, if you’re not careful, you can miss some things. You don’t want to skip out on any extra content before beating the DLC. If you’re ever in doubt, follow along with a guide on Shadow of the Erdtree questlines so you can ensure you tackle all the NPC quests.
You cannot explore much without interacting with this new rich cast of NPCs. If you’re in this DLC, you know by now how little Elden Ring guides you. But we can help you out along the way. The table below details where you can find the Shadow of the Erdtree NPCs to start all their questlines. Remember to exhaust every conversation as much as possible, as this will give you hints about where to go next.
List of NPC Quest Locations & Rewards
| NPC Name | Questline Start Location | Questline Completion Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Knight Leda | -Mohgwyn Dynasty Mausoleum: First, meet in Lands Between to start the DLC. -Gravesite Plains: Afterward, meet at Highroad Cross Site of Grace once in the Realm of Shadow. | -Leda’s Sword -Leda’s Armor |
| Redmane Freyja | -Gravesite Plains: Three-Path Cross Site of Grace | -Golden Lion Shield -Freyja’s Armor -Freyja’s Gauntlets -Freyja’s Greatsword -Freyja’s Greaves -Freyja’s Helm |
| Hornsent | -Gravesite Plains: Three-Point Cross Site of Grace | -Braided Arm Wraps -Braided Cord Robe -Caterpillar Mask -Falx-Soiled Loincloth |
| Sir Ansbach | -Gravesite Plains: Main Gate Cross Site of Grace | -Ansbach’s Longbow -Leda’s Rune |
| Moore | -Gravesite Plains: Main Gate Cross Site of Grace | -Moore’s Bell Bearing -Verdigris Armor -Verdigris Gauntlets -Verdigris Greatshield -Verdigris Greaves -Verdigris Helm |
| Fire Knight Queenlign | -Belurat, Tower Settlement: As part of the invasion | -Fire Knight Queelign -Queelign’s Greatsword |
| Hornsent Grandam | -Belurat, Tower Settlement: Locked inside the storeroom. A key is needed to get in. | -Watchful Spirit |
| Thiollier | -Gravesite Plain: Pillar Path Cross Site of Grace | -St. Trina’s Smile |
| St. Trina | -Garden of Deep Purple: Before you can find them inside a cave, unlock the Stone Coffin Fissure area. | -St. Trina’s Blossom |
| Count Ymir | -Scadu Altus: Inside the throne room in the Cathedral of Manus Metyr seated on the throne. | -High Priest Gloves -High Priest Hat -High Priest Robe -High Priest Undergarments -Maternal Staff -Ymir’s Bell Bearing |
| Swordhand of Night, Jolan | -Scadu Altus: Inside the throne room in the Cathedral of Manus Metyr leaning against a pillar after first speaking to Ymir. | -Sword of Night (if Iris of Occultation was used) -Sword of Night Jolan (if Iris of Grace was used) |
| Dryleaf Dane | -Scadu Altus: Moorth Ruins Site of Grace | -Dryleaf Arts -Dane’s Hat -Dane’s Footwork |
| Igon | -Gravesite Plain: Pillar Path Waypoint Site of Grace | -Igon’s Armor -Igon’s Bell Bearing -Igon’s Gauntlets -Igon’s Greatbow -Igon’s Helm -Igon’s Loincloth |
| The Dragon Communion Priestess | -Jagged Peak: Grand Altar of Dragon Communion | -Flowerstone Gavel -Priestess Heart |
Disruption of Shadow of the Erdtree Questlines
The NPCs won’t stay in their set locations the entire time in Shadow of the Erdtree, so to finish their questlines, paying close attention to the clues left behind is a must. Once Miquella breaks his Great Rune, things will change. So, don’t be surprised if you have to search around for them again.
Also, be sure to complete everything before you reach the option to burn The Sealing Tree. This occurs after you beat Romina, Saint of the Bud. It will be the point of no return in Shadow of the Erdtree, and most NPC quests will close off. And finishing everyone’s quest will be more than worth it.
