Can You Get the War Surgeon Set After Killing Mohg? A Deep Dive into Elden Ring’s White Mask Acquisition
The short, sharp answer is no. Once you defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood, the Nameless White Mask invaders that drop the War Surgeon Set will no longer spawn in Mohgwyn Palace. This means that acquiring the coveted White Mask and the rest of the set in that playthrough is impossible, forcing you to wait until New Game Plus (NG+) to have another shot at obtaining it.
Understanding the White Mask and War Surgeon Set
The War Surgeon Set is a complete set of armor in Elden Ring comprised of the White Mask, War Surgeon Gown, War Surgeon Gloves, and War Surgeon Trousers. It’s a popular choice for players building towards a Bleed-focused character, primarily due to the White Mask‘s unique effect. The White Mask boosts your attack power by 10% for 20 seconds whenever blood loss is inflicted on a nearby enemy.
Why is the White Mask so Desirable?
The White Mask stands out as a highly effective helm for Bleed builds. The ability to increase your attack power simply by inflicting Bleed synergizes perfectly with weapons and skills that rapidly build up blood loss. This buff stacks multiplicatively with other damage increases like the Lord of Blood’s Exultation talisman, enabling you to deal significant damage to your enemies. It’s so good it’s basically a staple in any Bleed build.
The Location and the Lockout: Mohgwyn Palace and Mohg
The War Surgeon Set is exclusively obtainable in Mohgwyn Palace. Specifically, you must defeat the three Nameless White Mask invaders found in the area. However, defeating Mohg, Lord of Blood before defeating these invaders removes the possibility of them spawning. The game registers that the area boss has been defeated and thereby flags off any further invasions in that specific area.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the War Surgeon Set and Mohg
Here’s a breakdown of common questions and answers related to the War Surgeon Set, the White Mask, and the consequences of defeating Mohg:
FAQ 1: What do you get after beating Mohg, Lord of Blood?
Defeating Mohg, Lord of Blood rewards you with the Remembrance of the Blood Lord and Mohg’s Great Rune. The Remembrance can be exchanged for powerful items, and the Great Rune offers a significant stat boost when activated with a Rune Arc.
FAQ 2: How do you get to Mohgwyn Palace?
There are a few ways to reach Mohgwyn Palace:
- Varre’s Questline: Completing White Mask Varre’s questline is the most reliable and intended path to Mohgwyn Palace.
- Teleporter: A teleporter in the west of the Consecrated Snowfield, a late-game area, provides a shortcut to Mohgwyn Palace. This is found only when you have completed the Haligtree Secret Medallion collection quest
FAQ 3: Where is Varre after killing Mohg?
If you’ve already killed Mohg, you won’t encounter Varre in Mohgwyn Palace. His initial location is the Rose Church in Liurnia of the Lakes after obtaining your first Great Rune and completing the first steps of his quest.
FAQ 4: Does killing Mohg the Omen end any quests?
No, killing Mohg, the Omen, located in the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds beneath Leyndell, Royal Capital, does not affect the availability of the War Surgeon Set or any other quests. It is a separate boss from Mohg, Lord of Blood in Mohgwyn Palace.
FAQ 5: What level should I be to fight Mohg, Lord of Blood?
It is generally recommended to be at least level 95-100 before attempting to fight Mohg, Lord of Blood. His attacks deal significant damage, and the area preceding the boss is also quite challenging.
FAQ 6: What is Lord of Blood’s weakness?
Mohg, Lord of Blood is ironically weak to Hemorrhage (Bleed), which makes weapons and skills that inflict blood loss highly effective against him. He’s also vulnerable to Physical attacks and Gravity Spells. He is, however, highly resistant to Fire, Frostbite, Scarlet Rot, and Poison.
FAQ 7: What does the White Mask do?
As mentioned above, the White Mask increases your attack power by 10% for 20 seconds whenever blood loss is inflicted on a nearby enemy. This makes it a cornerstone for Bleed builds.
FAQ 8: Is the War Surgeon Set any good?
While the entire War Surgeon Set provides decent armor stats, the main draw is undoubtedly the White Mask. The armor’s defensive values aren’t exceptionally high, so its value lies mainly in the White Mask’s unique effect.
FAQ 9: What does Seppuku do in Elden Ring?
The Seppuku Ash of War applies the Blood affinity to your weapon, increasing both attack power and blood loss buildup. This synergizes exceptionally well with the White Mask, allowing you to trigger its attack power boost more frequently. Be careful though as it costs your character some health!
FAQ 10: Where can I farm the Haligtree Knight Set?
The Haligtree Knight Helm can be found on a corpse near the Elphael Inner Wall Site of Grace in the Haligtree. The rest of the set has a chance to drop from any Haligtree Knight found in the Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree.
FAQ 11: What is the best armor for a Bleed build?
While individual preferences may vary, the White Mask is widely regarded as the best helm for a Bleed build, due to its attack power buff when blood loss is inflicted. Complement the White Mask with armor that provides adequate protection and fashion, depending on your playstyle.
FAQ 12: What weapons work well with Bleed builds and the White Mask?
Several weapons are excellent choices for Bleed builds utilizing the White Mask, including:
- Rivers of Blood: A katana with a powerful weapon skill that inflicts rapid blood loss.
- Eleonora’s Poleblade: A twinblade that scales with Arcane and deals fire damage in addition to blood loss.
- Uchigatana/Nagakiba: Katanas are reliable choices with good blood loss buildup.
- Bloodflame Blade Incantation: Add the Bloodflame Blade incantation to any weapon to add fire damage to the blood loss and build up quicker.
FAQ 13: Does killing White Mask Varre do anything?
Killing White Mask Varre will end his questline. If killed early, before he gives you the means to access Mohgwyn Palace or before you collect the necessary Festering Bloody Fingers, you’ll miss out on these opportunities. However, killing him will drop his weapon and armor.
FAQ 14: I already killed Mohg, is there any other way to get the White Mask in this playthrough?
Unfortunately, no. Killing Mohg permanently locks you out of obtaining the War Surgeon Set and the White Mask in your current playthrough. You will need to start a New Game Plus (NG+) cycle to attempt to acquire it again.
FAQ 15: Can the White Mask be traded between players?
Yes, the White Mask, like most armor pieces in Elden Ring, can be traded between players. Therefore, if you are determined to acquire the White Mask without waiting for NG+, you could ask another player to trade it to you. Please be careful when dealing with random people to make sure that you will be able to get your set.
Conclusion: Planning is Key
The tale of the War Surgeon Set and the White Mask is a lesson in prioritizing. Knowing the consequences of your actions is crucial in Elden Ring. If you desire the White Mask for your Bleed build, make sure to obtain it before facing Mohg, Lord of Blood. Otherwise, prepare for a journey into NG+. Remember, experimentation and learning from the game are paramount to a fulfilling Elden Ring experience, which, as research shows, is why these types of games are great to be utilized in education. More specifically, Games Learning Society shows how games can be used in education. Check it out at GamesLearningSociety.org.