How to Reach the Roundtable Hold in Leyndell, Elden Ring
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The Roundtable Hold is a central hub in Elden Ring, a safe haven for Tarnished adventurers, and it’s also a place shrouded in mystery. While players are familiar with the spectral version that they frequently fast travel to, there exists a physical counterpart within the walls of Leyndell, Royal Capital. Accessing this location isn’t straightforward, and understanding its significance adds another layer to the lore of the Lands Between. So, how do you get to Roundtable Hold in Leyndell? The direct answer is: you can’t physically travel to the main Roundtable Hold you usually visit. The Roundtable Hold accessible through the Sites of Grace menu is a separate, ethereal realm. However, the game does include a physical version within the city. The physical location is within the city. It is located after progressing in Leyndell, near where the normal game’s Roundtable Hold would be located.
This article will delve into the nuances of the Roundtable Hold within Leyndell, explore its lore implications, and clarify common misconceptions about its accessibility and relationship to the more familiar spectral version.
Unraveling the Mystery of Two Roundtable Holds
The presence of two versions of the Roundtable Hold – one accessible via fast travel and another physically existing in Leyndell – raises many questions. The Roundtable Hold that players become accustomed to is not a physical location in the world. This location is a safe haven for Tarnished. It’s accessible from nearly any location that is a grace site in the game. The version within Leyndell is a physical structure that is not the same as the Roundtable Hold that can be reached by fast travel.
The Roundtable Hold in Leyndell
The physical Roundtable Hold is found within Leyndell, Royal Capital, the seat of power in the Lands Between. It’s not directly accessible early in the game. Players must progress through the main storyline before being able to witness it. Its presence within Leyndell underscores the city’s importance as the former center of the unified Lands Between, before the shattering of the Elden Ring.
The Spectral Roundtable Hold
The Roundtable Hold that players regularly visit is, in essence, a copy. It’s believed to have been created by Marika to act as a safe refuge for the Tarnished as they navigate the dangers of the world. The article mentions the Roundtable Hold accessible via fast travel is a “copy placed in a different realm.” This safe realm doesn’t exist in the physical Lands Between. It is not the same as the Roundtable Hold within Leyndell.
Lore Implications
The existence of a physical Roundtable Hold in Leyndell reveals a significant part of Elden Ring’s lore. It suggests that the original Roundtable was a physical place, likely bustling with life and Tarnished, before the Shattering fractured the Elden Ring and the Lands Between. The destruction and abandonment of this structure are a testament to the cataclysmic events of the Shattering and the state of disarray the world is in.
The spectral version is a haven, a copy of the original designed to provide safety and guidance to Tarnished. The different realms highlight the lengths to which Marika, or those aligned with her, went to preserve some semblance of order amid the chaos of the Shattering.
Reaching the Physical Location
While you can’t “access” the original version in the same way you can the spectral one, you can observe it within Leyndell. As you advance through the city, you’ll find yourself traversing through areas that may look eerily familiar. These are the areas that are physical reflections of the Roundtable Hold. The ruined structure serves as a somber reminder of what was and what has been lost. This physical place is a major plot point and a part of the lore. It is not the same as the area players fast travel to.
Exploring Leyndell
Leyndell itself is not a straight path. It is a complex and challenging area with numerous pathways, hidden secrets, and powerful enemies. You must navigate its various levels, rooftops, and underground passages to get close to the ruined Roundtable Hold, which is an area near the normal Roundtable Hold’s location in the main game menu. Exploring the city thoroughly is vital for experiencing and learning more about the original Roundtable Hold’s importance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I get to the Roundtable Hold I see in the Site of Grace menu?
This version of the Roundtable Hold is not physically located in the Lands Between. You can access it by resting at any Site of Grace outside of Limgrave. After this, Melina will appear and offer to take you there.
2. Why are there two Roundtable Holds?
The spectral Roundtable Hold is a copy, likely created by Marika as a safe haven. The one in Leyndell is the original, physical Roundtable Hold, ruined by the Shattering.
3. Is the Leyndell Roundtable Hold an area I can fully explore?
You can’t fully explore it like the spectral version. It’s more of an area to observe and traverse within the city as you navigate through Leyndell. It is a destroyed structure.
4. Is Leyndell the final area of Elden Ring?
Leyndell, Ashen Capital, is technically the final area of Elden Ring, appearing after defeating Maliketh, the Black Blade. It is not the last area players need to visit but is the location of the final boss fight.
5. How do I get to the bottom of Leyndell?
You can descend into the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds by using the well located northwest of the Avenue Balcony Site of Grace.
6. What level should I be for Morgott?
A recommended level is around 75 before challenging Morgott, but your build’s strength should also be a factor.
7. What is the main boss in Leyndell?
The main boss for Leyndell is Morgott, the Omen King, found after the Queen’s Bedchamber Site of Grace.
8. What is the significance of the Dung Eater?
The Dung Eater’s questline is related to one of the game’s endings. It’s regarded as the “worst” ending.
9. Should I kill or let the Dung Eater go?
If you want to complete his quest, you should let him go from his cell initially, though you will need to fight him later.
10. Where do I find Seedbed Curses for Dung Eater?
Seedbed Curses can be found on corpses in several locations throughout the game. Following his questline will guide you to them.
11. Can I get back into Leyndell if I missed something?
Yes, you can re-enter Leyndell using the back access door. You must have two Great Runes activated in order to do so.
12. Are there any NPCs in the Leyndell Sewers?
Yes, the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds have their own set of NPCs and bosses.
13. Why isn’t Roderika in Roundtable Hold?
Roderika may be at the Stormveil Shack. Continue her questline and she will eventually return to the Roundtable Hold.
14. Does letting Fia hold you do anything?
Yes, letting Fia hold you will give you a Baldachin’s Blessing, which provides a temporary buff.
15. Are there 7 endings in Elden Ring?
There are six known endings. There was a planned seventh ending that was cut from the final version.
Conclusion
The Roundtable Hold in Leyndell isn’t a separate area to explore; instead, it is the ruined remains of the original Roundtable Hold, and it highlights the lore and history of the Lands Between. While you can’t physically access the spectral Roundtable, exploring Leyndell will reveal its ruined counterpart and its importance. Understanding the difference between the two and how they fit into the grand scheme of Elden Ring is crucial for any player looking to immerse themselves completely in the game’s rich and detailed world. The mysteries and depths of Elden Ring make it a game that rewards exploration and curiosity.