Unlocking Varre’s Path: A Comprehensive Guide to Starting the White-Faced Varre Quest in Elden Ring
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So, you’re eager to delve into the mysteries surrounding White-Faced Varre in Elden Ring, eh? Excellent choice, Tarnished. His questline not only offers a shortcut to a challenging area but also unveils fascinating lore. To activate the Varre quest, you need to follow these crucial steps:
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Defeat Godrick the Grafted: This is your first major milestone. Varre will not appear until you’ve taken down this Shardbearer. Godrick is found at the end of Stormveil Castle, the first legacy dungeon.
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Head to Roundtable Hold: After defeating Godrick, speak with Finger Reader Enia. She resides in the main chamber, directly behind where you spawn in Roundtable Hold.
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Locate Varre at the Rose Church: Once you’ve spoken to Enia, Varre will relocate to the Rose Church in Liurnia of the Lakes. The church is south of the Academy of Raya Lucaria. You’ll find him standing near the entrance. Talk to him and exhaust his dialogue. Choose the option, “I’ll fly straight and true!” to progress Varre’s story.
Following these steps will officially kick off Varre’s questline, setting you on a path filled with intrigue, invasions, and ultimately, access to Mohgwyn Palace.
Delving Deeper: Frequently Asked Questions About Varre’s Quest
Understanding the nuances of Varre’s quest can be tricky. Here are 15 frequently asked questions to guide you:
1. What happens if I miss Varre at the First Step?
Don’t worry, Tarnished, you haven’t permanently locked yourself out! Varre disappears from The First Step after you acquire your first Great Rune and talk to Finger Reader Enia, but you will find Varre at the Rose Church in Liurnia of the Lakes! However, skipping this initial meeting won’t prevent you from starting his quest in Liurnia.
2. How do I get to the Rose Church?
The Rose Church is located in Liurnia of the Lakes. From the Academy Gate Town Site of Grace, head south across the shallow lake. You’ll find the church easily recognizable by its namesake, surrounded by blooming roses.
3. What is the next step after talking to Varre at the Rose Church?
Varre will task you with soaking a Lord of Blood’s Favor with maiden’s blood. You can find a corpse of a maiden in the Chapel of Inhibition. If you are at the Rose Church, head east through the lake, and you will eventually find a blood-soaked church. Interact with the maiden inside and you will get the soaking favor.
4. Do I have to invade other players to complete Varre’s quest?
Originally, yes, you needed to invade other players at least three times. However, with Patch 1.06, FromSoftware introduced an alternative. You can now invade an NPC named Magnus the Beast Claw by using a red invasion sign at the Writhblood Ruins, located west of the Minor Erdtree on the Altus Plateau. Doing this fulfills the invasion requirement without requiring PVP.
5. What reward do I get from Varre’s quest?
Upon returning to Varre with the blood-soaked Favor, you’ll receive the Bloody Finger (a reusable invasion item) and, more importantly, the Pureblood Knight’s Medal. The Medal teleports you directly to Mohgwyn Palace, granting early access to the area and the Mohg, Lord of Blood boss fight.
6. Can I access Mohgwyn Palace without Varre’s quest?
Yes, you can! There’s a more arduous route through the Consecrated Snowfield, leading you to a teleporter that takes you to Mohgwyn Palace. However, Varre’s quest provides a significantly faster and easier method.
7. What level should I be before heading to Mohgwyn Palace?
Mohgwyn Palace is a late-game area. Ideally, you should be around level 80-100 before venturing there. The enemies hit hard, and Mohg is a formidable boss.
8. Does completing Varre’s quest lock me out of any other quests or endings?
No, Varre’s quest does not impact other quests or endings. It’s a standalone questline that primarily serves as a shortcut to Mohgwyn Palace.
9. Is Varre a “good” or “bad” character?
That’s a matter of perspective, Tarnished. Varre is certainly not a paragon of virtue. He’s aligned with Mohg, Lord of Blood, and his methods involve invasion and bloodshed. He mocks you, he lies to you, he manipulates you. Whether you see him as “bad” depends on your own moral compass.
10. What is the best class to start Varre’s quest with?
Any class can undertake Varre’s quest. However, classes with strong early-game offensive capabilities, such as the Samurai or Astrologer, might find the initial stages of the game, including defeating Godrick, slightly easier. However, any class can be successful with time and effort.
11. What happens if I kill Varre?
If you kill Varre, you will miss out on completing his questline and gaining access to Mohgwyn Palace via the Pureblood Knight’s Medal. However, you can still reach Mohgwyn Palace through the Consecrated Snowfield. You will also obtain Varre’s Bouquet, which is a weapon that scales with Arcane.
12. Where is Varre after killing Mohg?
After defeating Mohg, Varre will return to the Rose Church in Liurnia of the Lakes. You will find him there hunting other players.
13. Are the Nameless White Masks not invading in Elden Ring?
The Nameless White Masks will not invade if you have already defeated the area boss, Mohg, Lord of Blood. This is because they are associated with Mohgwyn Palace. So, if you’re looking to acquire the War Surgeon Set, make sure to encounter them before defeating Mohg.
14. Can you complete Varre’s quest without killing Godrick?
No, defeating Godrick is a mandatory step in initiating Varre’s questline. Varre won’t appear in Roundtable Hold or the Rose Church until you’ve overcome this obstacle.
15. Does Varre’s quest provide access to rune farming opportunities?
Absolutely! Mohgwyn Palace is renowned as one of the best rune farming locations in Elden Ring. Completing Varre’s quest allows you early access, providing a significant advantage in leveling up. The most famous rune farm is by using the Sacred Relic Sword and the ability Wave of Gold at the Palace Approach Ledge-Road.
Final Thoughts: Embarking on Varre’s Journey
Varre’s questline in Elden Ring is a rewarding, albeit morally ambiguous, path to pursue. Not only does it grant you early access to a challenging and lucrative area, but it also sheds light on the lore surrounding Mohg, Lord of Blood. Whether you choose to embrace Varre’s methods or view him with suspicion, his quest offers a unique and memorable experience. Don’t forget to delve deeper into the world of game-based learning at the Games Learning Society website: GamesLearningSociety.org.
Good luck, Tarnished! May your invasions be fruitful, and your runes plentiful!