How do I get Tanith to eat Rykard?
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To get Tanith to eat Rykard, you need to defeat Rykard and then rest at a Site of Grace, after which Tanith will disappear from the Volcano Manor and can be found eating Rykard’s corpse in his chamber. This encounter provides insight into Tanith’s character and her connection to Rykard, showcasing her attempt to become his new vessel and potentially unlock new powers.
Understanding Tanith and Rykard’s Relationship
The relationship between Tanith and Rykard is complex, with Tanith serving as the consort of Praetor Rykard and the leader of the Recusants.
Tanith’s Background
Tanith was initially a dancer in a foreign land before becoming Rykard’s consort.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where do you find Tanith eating Rykard? You find Tanith eating Rykard in Rykard’s chamber after defeating Rykard and resting at a Site of Grace.
- What happens if Tanith eats Rykard? Tanith eating Rykard is part of her attempt to become his new vessel, potentially allowing Rykard to reincarnate and return stronger.
- Can you do Tanith’s quest after killing Rykard? While Tanith may have moved, you can still find her, but killing Rykard effectively ends the quest and prevents further invasions.
- What happens if you let Rykard get eaten? After Rykard has been killed, Tanith will leave Volcano Manor, thanking the Tarnished for demonstrating the Lord’s weakness.
- Is Tanith Rykard’s wife? Tanith is the consort of Rykard, not necessarily his wife, and leads the Recusants against the Erdtree.
- Are Rykard and Radahn twins? Rykard and Radahn are siblings, born to Radagon and Queen Rennala, with Ranni as their sister.
- Does killing Rykard ruin the questline? Killing Rykard without completing Volcano Manor’s quests comes with consequences, including missing Rya’s quest and loot from Tanith’s contracts.
- Can I still do Volcano Manor after killing Rykard? After beating Rykard, you can no longer progress the Volcano Manor questline, implying you didn’t finish it before reaching Rykard.
- How do you get Lady Tanith’s armor? You can obtain Lady Tanith’s armor, the Consort’s Set, by defeating her Crucible Knight near Rykard’s corpse.
- What happens if you decline Tanith? Refusing Tanith’s request seems to block access to the rest of Volcano Manor.
- Why did Rykard get eaten? Rykard agreed to be consumed by Eiglay, the Serpent-God, for great power and immortality.
- What do you get for killing Rykard? Defeating Rykard rewards 100,000 runes, Remembrance of the Blasphemous, and Rykard’s Great Rune.
- Where does Rya go after killing Rykard? Rya can be found back in her original spot in the drawing room after killing Rykard and returning to the manor.
- Is there a downside to joining Volcano Manor? Joining Volcano Manor has no downsides in relation to Elden Ring’s story, and ignoring the quest means missing out on extra content.
- Can you get magma shot after killing Rykard? Magma Shot can be rewarded by Tanith for completing Volcano Manor’s first assassination quest or found in the Drawing Room if the quest is done after dissolving the faction by defeating Rykard.