With the release of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, the game has introduced several new features, including new bosses, a new section of the map, and additional NPCs. These NPCs, who were the heart and soul of the base game, continue to expand the lore of the Lands Between. Based on my early gameplay, Shadow of the Erdtree aims to enrich the experience further with its new NPCs. So, how many NPCs are there in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and where can they be found? Let’s take a look.
1. Needle Knight Leda
Location: Right in Front of Highway Crossroad Site of Grace, beside Hornsent
The first NPC you meet in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is Needle Knight Leda. She is one of the staunch aficionados of Miquella, driving the group capable for following this slippery character. After defeating the boss, you’ll encounter her in Mohg’s boss chamber.
Later, you will find her at the Highway Crossroad Site of Grace. She can also appear as an NPC summon for certain boss battles, such as the fight against Rellana.
2. Redmane Freyja
Location: Three-Path Site of Grace
Redmane Freyja, a soldier under the command of General Radahn, is a key member of the acolytes tracking down the missing Miquella. Miquella saved her from imminent death caused by Scarlet Rot, leading her to join the expedition.
You’ll first meet this NPC at the Three-Path Site of Grace beside Hornsent. Later, she will assist you as a summon during the fight against the Divine Beast Dancing Lion.
3. Hornsent
Location: Three-Path Site of Grace
Hornsent is an NPC with a deep-seated hatred for the forces of the Erdtree due to the purge at Shadow Realm. He harbors a strong animosity towards the order of the Golden Tree and Mesmer. However, he believes Miquella will correct these wrongs and assists the acolytes in their search for Miquella. You’ll find Hornsent standing beside Redmane Freyja at the Three-Path Site of Grace.
4. Ansbach
Location: Main Gate Cross Site of Grace
Ansbach, one of the most seasoned individuals of the acolytes capable for following down Miquella, is a previous commander of Mohg’s Pureblood Knights. This NPC often shares tips about your journey in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and plays a crucial role in the game’s story. You’ll discover him standing at the Primary Entryway Cross Location of Grace.
5. Moore
Location: Main Gate Cross Site of Grace
Moore is a soft-spoken individual who sells wares to assist you in your search for Miquella. As a quartermaster, Moore provides cookbooks and various items when you speak with him. You can discover Moore sitting right adjacent to Ansbach at the Primary Entryway Cross Location of Grace.
6. Dryleaf Dane
Location: Moorth Ruins Site of Grace
Father Dane, moreover known as Dryleaf Dane, is a part of the Dryleaf Faction and is capable in one of a kind military arts. Though he speaks little, he is known for devising efficient tactics for combat. You can find him by the Moorth Ruins Site of Grace, which you reach by defeating Rellana at Castle Ensis and proceeding to the next section of the map.
7. Thiollier
Location: Pillar Path Site of Grace
Thiollier, a disciple of St. Trina, finds himself in a peculiar situation but aligns with Miquella’s followers in search of Miquella’s enchantment.
Thiollier is an exceptional merchant specializing in toxic items. You can find him at the Pillar Path Site of Grace.
8. The Dragon Communion Ascetics
Location: Pillar Path Site of Grace
The Mythical beast Communion Religious austerity are the surviving department of old mythical serpent admirers from Elden Ring, given to Dragonlord Placidusax. The Communion Priestess will ask for your help in defeating Bayle the Dread, which involves an entirely separate optional questline. You can discover this NPC at the Column Way Location of Grace.
9. Hornsent Grandam
Location: Inside a Room at Belurat Tower
Inside Belurat Tower in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, you can unlock a room to meet an NPC named Hornsent Grandam. Initially, she is cold towards you due to the history of the Golden Order and the massacre caused by Mesmer.
After vanquishing the bequest prison boss, she inquires you to vanquish Mesmer.You can find her near the Private Altar Site of Grace. She is inside a locked room to the left of the Site of Grace. Exit onto the overhang and discover the entryway at the conclusion of the hallway.
10. Igon
Location: Pillar Path Waypoint Site of Grace
Upon reaching the Pillar Path Waypoint Site of Grace in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, you encounter a Dragonslayer NPC who initially urges players to end him and move forward. However, as you progress through the optional Bayle the Dread questline, Igon will request that you defeat this enemy and summon him during the battle.
These are all the new NPCs we’ve encountered so far while exploring the Shadow Realm in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Let me know in the comments below if you’ve discovered any other NPCs.
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