Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree: A Complete Guide

Accessing the DLC

To access the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, you must complete a portion of White Mask Varrés questline. This will grant you the Pureblood Knights Medal, which is required to enter the new area. Alternatively, you can purchase the DLC directly from the Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, or Steam.

Prerequisites

Before you can start Shadow of the Erdtree, you must defeat two important late-game bosses in Elden Rings base game: * Morgott, the Omen King * Fire Giant These bosses are located in Leyndell, Ashen Capital and Giants Mountaintop, respectively.

Release Date

The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is scheduled to release on June 21, 2024.

Gameplay

Shadow of the Erdtree is a high-level area that requires players to be at least level 120. The DLC features new enemies, bosses, items, and locations. The DLC also introduces a new mechanic called "Erdtree Embers." These embers can be found throughout the DLC and can be used to upgrade your weapons and armor.

Story

The Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expands on the lore of Elden Ring. The DLC tells the story of the Erdtree, a giant tree that is the source of all life in the Lands Between. The DLC also introduces a new character named Miquella, who is the younger brother of Malenia, the Blade of Miquella.