Elden Ring: Where to find the best talismans (2023)

IDark Souls, players can find different rings that increase their stats, skills and defense, andElder Ringcontinues this tradition in its own way with talismans. Like their ancestors, Talismans offer a wide variety of benefits, and while some offer only minor bonuses, the most powerful Talismans offer significant benefits and even unique buffs.

Chances are, most players will get a taste of talismans thanks to the Crimson Amber Medallion. This article is one of thembest memoriesin the game, since it provides a significant health boost at the beginning of the adventure. DateElder RingDifficulty, the extra HP comes in handy.

Even with the early recommendation in mind,Elder Ringcontains a whole host of other talismans that offer even greater benefits. These are the best we've seen so far.

Dear Elden Ring Charms: Where to Find the Golden Scarab

In Soulsborne games, enemies typically drop money (known as "runes").Elder Ring) that serve as both money and EXP. The dual functionality begs the always tricky question, "Would you rather spend your hard-earned runes on a powerful spell, or should they level up?" With a little help from this talisman, that decision will be a lot easier to make.

While most talismans increase a character's stats, the Gold Scarab Talisman increases the number of runes enemies drop when they are killed by around 20%. Not only does this extra influx of currency make it easier to level up, but it also reduces the amount of runegrinding you need to do. Because runes are the progress and the economic lifeblood ofElder Ring, any item that increases the number of runes is undoubtedly on most players' must-have list. And yes, the rune drop from the Gold Scarab Talisman increases stacks with other rune boosts

As you might expect, the Gold Scarab Talisman is hidden in a dungeon full of powerful enemies and dark and deadly puddles. This dungeon is creatively named "Forsaken Cavern" in the Caelid region and is located east/northeast of the Smoldering Wall Sanctuary.

You should stock up on items and spells that prevent/cure Rot and Poison, but otherwise the Abandoned Cave is basic. In addition, there is a place of mercy at the entrance to the dungeon to keep death from penetrating too deeply. To get the talisman, you must defeat the final bosses of the Abandoned Cave: the Cleanrot Knights.

Dear Elden Ring Charms: Where to Find Earthtree's Favor

Come in earlyElder RingYou may see a blocked path that requires two Stone Sword Keys to unlock. If you didn't select the keys as a souvenir, you'll have to come back later, but if you selected the stone sword keys... well, you'll have to come back later anyway, because this side passage is extremely dangerous. Of course, in this case, the reward outweighs the risk, because one lurks in this areaElder Ringgood Talismans.

Many stat-related charms only increase one attribute, such as Health or Stamina, but Earthtree's Favor increases three at the same time: HP, Stamina, and Gear Load. HP and stamina are self-explanatory, but gear load is most important as it determines a player's mobility. The lighter the gear load, the faster and further they can roll - and the more invincible the rolls are. Because Earthtree's Favor boosts a character's gear while increasing their health and stamina, it's a boon to survival.

As mentioned, Erdtree's Favor is buried in a mini-dungeon near the game's starting point (Fringefolk Hero's Grave). The dungeon doesn't present much of a challenge for players with tough enemies, but forces players to deal with monsters, getting poisoned and dodging traps. The first major obstacle is a death wagon that zooms up and down a ramp. You can dodge the cart by crouching in alcoves, but there are enemies lurking. As you run away from the cart, look for a bridge over a ravine. Look around the canyon rim and you should see a small ledge that you can jump to. Once there, you have to deal with a flame trap, which can also be defeated by dodging and sneaking into niches guarded by devils. Once you bypass this roadblock, you can finally pick up the Erdtree's Favor talisman from the end of an innocent bridge. Just grab it and start running because soon a powerful monster will fall from the ceiling.

Best Elden Ring Pendants:where to findGreat-Jars-Arsenal

While Erdree's Favor gives a small boost to multiple stats, some players may prefer a large boost to a single stat.Elder Ringhas many charms that do just that, and one of the best increases the load on your gear significantly.

The Great Jar Arsenal Amulet increases a character's equipment by up to 19%. This is a significant improvement over the game's other special equipment spell, the Arsenal spell. Of course, since Great-Jar's arsenal is stronger, it's also harder to get.

To get the talisman, you must first use two sword stone keys. Then enter the Siofra River Region via the Siofra River Well to the east of Limgrave.

Head north/northeast to an elevator while avoiding enemies and use it to travel to another region. Once you get there, head northeast, dodge the enemies again, and use the keys to unlock another elevator. After the daunting task, you're still not done because the elevator will take you to the Dragon Hill in northern Caelid. From there it's just one hit on a giant Living Jar (the titular Great-Jar). When you speak to him, he will summon three AI-controlled enemies (fortunately not all at once). Defeat all three enemies with Wit, Dexterity, or Cheese, then speak to Great-Jar again to get his talisman.

If you're not up to the challenge and would rather stay true to Arsenal's charms, simply speak to Nepheli Loux from the Roundtable team after defeating Godrick. She will hand over this talisman.

Dear Elden Ring Charms: Where to findImmunizing Horn Spell

Many gamers jokingly claim that Hidetaka Miyazaki is addicted to putting toxic swamps in his games, and that's not wrong. said Miyazakigame informantthat he rediscovered his love for deadly swampsElder Ring. "I just can't help it," he claimed. Fortunately, he also included a talisman to reduce this addiction.

Immunizing Horn Spell, as the name suggests, boosts a player's immunity and makes them more resistant to the poison and rot status effects. Normally you can increase your character's immunity by adding points to Vigor or by eating items like Immunizing Sausage Meat, but the Immunizing Horn Spell will instantly increase your poison/rot resistance without having to search for runes or crafting materials. Considering how many ways a player can be poisoned, the Immunizing Horn Spell is one of the most useful talismans for preventing status effects in the game.

Unlike other charms, the Immunizing Horn Charm is relatively easy to find. Jump off the Ainsel River Well located in the eastern part of Liurnia of the Lakes and head southwest to a twisted ant nest.

Run past (or kill) all the fearsome giant ants, then delve into the ruins of the Uhl Palace. Just beyond the ruins you will find another river. Go down the river and you're still in itOthersAnthill, this time full of corpses. Loot the corpses (preferably after killing the ants) and you should find the Immunizing Horn spell.

Best Elden Ring Pendants:where to findCrimson Seed Talisman und Cerulean Seed Talisman

On the surface, Crimson Amber and Cerulean Amber Medallions sound extremely useful as they boost your Max Health and FP. However, increased overall health and increased mana mean nothing if you don't have enough recovery items. Then again, who needs a bunch of healing flasks when you have talismans that boost their power?

While that might be cheating, the talismans Crimson Seed and Cerulean Seed are on par at this point, offering the same effects in two different flavors. Crimson Seed Talisman makes each flask of Cerulean Tears regenerate more HP, and Cerulean Seed Talisman makes each flask of Cerulean Tears regenerate more FP. The importance of these talismans speaks for itself, because once rested you don't have to constantly empty the bottles to stay healthy.

To find the Crimson Seed Talisman, head to the Sainted Hero's Grave, located on the Atlus Plateau west of the Rampartside Path and east of the second church, or Marika.

The dungeon is a winding tomb maze full of traps and undead. You would normally expect the dungeon boss to be holding the talisman, but instead you'll find it in the room full of devils.

In the meantime, to loot the Cerulean Seed Talisman, search the Carian Study Hall in Liurnia of the Lakes near the Eastern Tableland. Just enter the hall's library while avoiding/fighting the spirits and studying Miriam and you will eventually discover the talisman.

Dear Elden Ring Talisman: Where to Find the Green Turtle Talisman

Stamina is arguably the most important resource pool in any Soulsborne game. Attacking and dodging drains stamina, and while the gauge regenerates naturally, overexhaustion leaves players vulnerable to punishing hits at best and a quick death at worst. While the Viridian Amber Medallion increases a character's maximum stamina, as we've already established, a talisman that increases stamina regeneration rate is more beneficial.

With a name like Green Turtle Talisman, one would expect the item to boost a character's defenses, since turtles are associated with protection, not stamina. But this talisman actually boosts stamina recovery. You usually can't speed up Stamina recovery unless you use the Large Turtle Shell or eat a Pickled Turtle Neck, which makes the Green Turtle Talisman one of the bestElder RingGet permanent speed buffs for endurance. The faster Stamina regenerates, the more you can attack and dodge without worrying about getting tired.

The Green Turtle Talisman is relatively easy to find, but you will need a Stonesword Key. Summonwater Village is to the north-east of Limgrave. A little east of the village you should see an underground passage protected by a barrier.

Use the key to enter the location, a surprisingly peaceful underground cave populated by turtles. Go to the back of this location and loot a chest to get the talisman.

Best Elden Ring Pendants:where to findBlessed Tau Talisman

Combat in Soulsborne games is difficult for a number of reasons, one of which is the genre's deliberately restrictive recovery options. Since restorative methods are highly valued, there is a great demand for a talisman that will allow you to restore health over time, albeit slowly.

One ofElder RingThe most useful talisman is undoubtedly the Blessed Dew Talisman, which regenerates 2 HP per second. This healing happens regardless of whether you're wandering the Midlands or engaging in combat. So while a Flask or Crimson Tears will technically heal faster, the Talisman will provide a constant stream of HP. Usually if you lost 50% of your health in combat, for example, you would have to wander between lands at half power until a bottle burst or you rested in a place of mercy. But with the Blessed Dew talisman, you'll likely be back to full health whenever you encounter another enemy. It's hard to ignore such a powerful item.

Because the Talisman of the Blessed Tau is so powerful, it is hidden far away in the late game.Elder Ring, but you can claim it pretty early if you're brave and lucky. Normally you would have to travel all the way to the Divine Mercy Bridge in Leyndell to get the talisman. Getting to Leyndell alone is a challenge as you need two major runes to unlock the location. However, if you travel to the southwest corner of the Weeping Peninsula, you can find the Tower of Return. There is a treasure chest at the top that will teleport you to the heart of Leyndell.

Most of these teleporter chests are beginner traps, but this time you want to be awakened. In Leyndell, go up the stairs to a Site of Grace (you'll need it), equip it, then run through the nearby arch. The chest with the Blessed Tau Talisman should be on your right, behind the sleeping golem. Yes, you awaken the creature, and yes, it will probably shoot you, but if you're quick enough you can open the chest and claim the talisman before it hits you.

Best Elden Ring Pendants: where to findCarian filigree coat of arms

FP-IndElder Ringserves multiple purposes. Its most obvious use is to cast spells, but that also requires FPSummon Spirit Ash alliesand use weapon skills. Sounds like a talisman that lowers FP costs would be very useful.

Elder Ringdoesn't have many charms that lower FP spend. There's the Primal Glintstone Blade for casting, but it also cuts off the user's HP, so it's best to use the Carian Filigree Crest, which lowers weapon skill FP requirements by 20%. Many of the game's best weapons have equally powerful abilities that will eat away at your FP bar. For example, the Dark Moon Greatsword's special ability, Moonlight Greatsword, turns the weapon into an actual laser that takes out enemies from afar, but costs a whopping 40 FP. With the Carian Filigree Crest, the weapon's mana cost drops to 32 FP. Any FP saved will add up, especially if you're running out of flasks or focusing on stats other than Ghost.

Unlike most talismans, you don't have to wade through countless dungeons to find the Carian Filigree Crest, nor do you have to loot it from a boss's corpse. However, you still have one to kill, specifically the Bloodhound Knight Darriwil who is hunting the Forlorn Hound Evergaol in Limgrave. However, before you fight him, find Blaidd, who only appears in the Mistwood Ruins and only when players use the finger snap motion.

After speaking with him, players learn that he is looking for a man named "Darriwil". After killing the Bloodhound Knight Darriwil, players can speak to War Councilor Iji in the western part of Liurnia of the Lakes, who will then sell the talisman.

Best Elden Ring Pendants:Loyal Canvas Talisman and Grave School Talisman

Casting spells in a Soulsborne title is a risky but often rewarding endeavor. After a bit of training and spending some FP, players can temporarily boost their stats or destroy enemies from afar. Faster spells tend to be weaker and cost less FP. So when it comes time to upgrade your arsenal, do you cast a slower spell to deal more damage, or do you prefer to equip a talisman that increases a spell's power without sacrificing speed or mana cost?

IElder Ring, Spells are divided into spells and sorcery. Each is based on different stats and is affected by different charms. Since spells are dictated by faith, you'd think they would benefit from Two Fingers Heirloom. They do, but when you get the numbers, the Faithful Canvas Talisman increases their power even more. Similarly, Sorceries are linked to Intelligence, and while Stargazer Heirloom increases this stat, Graven School Talisman benefits from Sorceries even more. Your favorite magic school will determine whether Faithful Canvas or Graven School charms are right for you.

If you're looking for the trusty Canvas Talisman, you'll need to search the Selia Crystal Tunnel in the Caelid. The twisted area is infested with overgrown shrimp burrows. Look for a wooden platform with two of these creatures on it. If you kill them (or lure them away) you will find that they are guarding a corpse. Search it and you will find the talisman.

However, if you prefer the Graven School talisman, you should delve into Raya Lucaria, which can be found in Liurnia of the Lakes. Just before the Debate Parlor Site of Grace (i.e. the room where you fight the red wolf of Radagon, you should see a bookshelf in an alcove). Tap the planks to reveal a hidden path and follow it to loot the Comet Amulet and a Stone Sword Key. Before exiting the room, climb up a ladder and go to the other side of the room. Jump over the railing onto a wooden grate, fall into a large hole, go down another path and drop through a final hole into a room with a giant crystal. The Graven School Talisman rests on this crystal.

Best Elden Ring Talisman: Where to find Assassin's Crimson Dagger and Assassin's Cerulean Dagger

Critical hits are by far the best way to deal a lot of damage in Soulsborne games.Elder Ringincluded. Hitting an enemy from behind while they're sleeping or after they've been parried or destroyed can annihilate a large portion of their health. With enough practice, you'll be able to perform critical attacks like clockwork, and while that's fast enough to take down enemies,Elder Ringgives two additional charms.

Assassin's Crimson Dagger and Assassin's Cerulean Dagger restore HP and FP when a player receives a critical hit. These talismans do not differentiate between a backstab and a parry attack; Each critical hit provides a much-needed boost of health and mana. Since every playstyle sooner or later leads to a critical attack, be it stealth or devastating blows, these talismans grant players an additional reward in the form of a second wind. Additionally, particularly skilled players who can chain critical attacks can potentially get into the shade of extra health and mana without ever having to use a bottle.

Both talismans are modeled after the weapons used in the Night of the Black Knives, one of the many events that take placeElder Ring, it is only fitting that they are dropped by Black Knife Assassins. To get the Assassin's Crimson Dagger, enter the Deathtouched Catacombs located near the northern cliffs of Limgrave and defeat the Black Knight Assassin at the end.

The Black Knife Assassin, meanwhile, who possesses the Assassin's Cerulean Dagger, is holed up in the Black Knife Catacombs, which lie on the northeastern edge of Liurnia of the Lakes. While you only have to open one door to reach the Deathtouched Catacombs assassin, the Black Knife Catacombs assassin is a little more hidden. You need to find a room with guillotines, jump onto the second leaf after it falls to the ground, and drive it to a platform. Then run through the hallway and meet the illusion wall at the end to reveal the boss room. Simply defeat the assassins and each will drop their respective talisman.

SinceElder Ringis a huge sprawling game full of mysteries, chances are even more powerful talismans are waiting behind the scenes. We just have to wait.