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Elden Ring players eager to expand their arsenal of spells will find numerous Sorceries and Incantations scattered throughout the Lands Between. However, acquiring them often requires finding Scrolls and Prayerbooks to unlock them from specific NPCs. So, how many scrolls are there in Elden Ring? There are a total of 8 Scrolls available to find in Elden Ring.

Understanding Scrolls and Prayerbooks in Elden Ring

Before delving into the locations of each scroll, it’s crucial to understand their purpose within the game. Scrolls and Prayerbooks are key items that you present to certain NPCs to unlock new Sorceries and Incantations for purchase. Think of them as instruction manuals that teach these NPCs new skills, which they then share with you in exchange for Runes.

Scrolls unlock Sorceries, magical spells that scale with your Intelligence stat and require a Staff to cast. Prayerbooks, on the other hand, unlock Incantations, faith-based spells that scale with your Faith stat and require a Sacred Seal to cast. This article will primarily focus on the Scrolls found within Elden Ring.

Why are Scrolls Important?

Scrolls are vital for players focusing on a magic-based build. Without them, your spell selection will be severely limited to the starting spells offered by NPCs or those found as rare drops in the world. Finding and handing in Scrolls allows you to customize your magic arsenal, equipping you with spells that suit your playstyle and the challenges you face. Unlock more powerful spells, find them all!

Who Accepts Scrolls?

The primary NPC who accepts scrolls is Sorceress Sellen located in the Waypoint Ruins in Limgrave. She accepts all scrolls to unlock new sorceries.

Locating All 8 Scrolls in Elden Ring

Here’s a comprehensive guide to finding all 8 scrolls in Elden Ring, detailing their locations and the Sorceries they unlock:

1. Academy Scroll

Location: Found in Raya Lucarian Academy after defeating the Red Wolf of Radagon. Head out into the courtyard, then go to the right to find the scroll on a body.
Sorceries Unlocked: Rock Sling and Scholar Armament.

2. Royal House Scroll

Location: Located at Agheel Lake South in Limgrave. Check the small encampment. It is in the ruins on a corpse.
Sorceries Unlocked: Scholar’s Armament and Scholar’s Shield.

3. Conspectus Scroll

Location: Found within the Raya Lucaria Academy. When you arrive to the main library, exit through the south side and it will be on a corpse.
Sorceries Unlocked: Loretta’s Greatbow and Glintstone Icery.

4. Dragon Communion Seal

Location: Located in the Stranded Graveyard in Limgrave. Use two Stonesword Keys on the imp statue to unlock the Fringefolk Hero’s Cave, then defeat the Ulcerated Tree Spirit inside. The seal is in a chest in the room at the end.
Incantations Unlocked: Dragon Communion Incantations

5. Two Fingers Prayerbook

Location: Located in Fort Haight in the eastern part of Limgrave. Defeat the knight guarding the fort and climb to the top of the tower. The Prayerbook is found on a body at the top.
Incantations Unlocked: Great Heal and Urgent Heal.

6. Godskin Prayerbook

Location: Located in the Stormveil Castle. Head toward the gate where the trolls are fighting and enter the nearby door. Head down the stairs to the Temple. The prayerbook is in the room on the table.
Incantations Unlocked: Black Flame and Black Flame Blade.

7. Giant’s Prayerbook

Location: Located in Guardians’ Garrison in Mountaintops of the Giants. The Prayerbook is found at the top of the tower, guarded by several enemies.
Incantations Unlocked: Giantsflame Take Thee and Flame, Fall Upon Them.

8. Golden Order Principia

Location: Located in Leyndell, Royal Capital. After entering the city, go past the first Erdtree Avatar. Jump down on the right side, onto the roofs of the buildings. Continue forward until you see a closed off room. Climb through the windows of the room to find the book.
Incantations Unlocked: Litany of Proper Death, Radagon’s Rings of Light

Tips for Finding Scrolls Efficiently

Explore thoroughly: Carefully examine every nook and cranny of dungeons, forts, and ruins. Scrolls are often hidden in out-of-the-way places.
Look for corpses: Corpses in Elden Ring often hold valuable items, including scrolls.
Read item descriptions: The descriptions of items found in the world can provide clues about the location of scrolls.
Use online resources: If you’re struggling to find a particular scroll, don’t hesitate to consult online guides and maps.

FAQs: Elden Ring Scrolls and Prayerbooks

Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further clarify the mechanics of Scrolls and Prayerbooks in Elden Ring:

What is the difference between Scrolls and Prayerbooks? Scrolls unlock Sorceries, which require Intelligence and a Staff. Prayerbooks unlock Incantations, which require Faith and a Sacred Seal.
Can I give the same Scroll to multiple NPCs? No, Scrolls and Prayerbooks can only be given to an NPC once. After giving it once the NPC will learn the sorceries from them, and you can unlock them.
Does giving a Scroll to an NPC immediately teach me the spells? No, giving an NPC a scroll unlocks the option to purchase the associated Sorceries from them in exchange for Runes.
Are all Scrolls found in dungeons? No, Scrolls can be found in a variety of locations, including dungeons, ruins, forts, and even on open world corpses.
Do I need to have a certain Intelligence level to find Scrolls? No, your Intelligence level does not affect your ability to find Scrolls. However, you will need a certain Intelligence level to USE the sorceries they unlock.
Can I sell Scrolls if I don’t want the spells they unlock? Yes, you can sell Scrolls to merchants for Runes. However, it’s generally recommended to give them to an NPC to unlock the associated spells first, as the spells may be more valuable than the Runes you receive from selling the scroll.
What happens if I kill Sorceress Sellen after giving her Scrolls? After progressing far enough in Sellen’s questline, you will be given a choice to side with Sellen or Jerren. If you side with Jerren, Sellen will die and she will drop her Bell Bearing. Giving this to the Twin Maiden Husks in Roundtable Hold will allow you to purchase Sorceries from her, including the ones you unlocked with Scrolls.
Do Scrolls carry over to New Game Plus? No, like many key items, Scrolls do not carry over to New Game Plus. You will need to find them again in each playthrough.
Is there a limited number of Scrolls in the game? Yes, there are a finite number of Scrolls in Elden Ring. Once you’ve found them all, you cannot acquire more.
Can I find all the Scrolls early in the game? Some Scrolls are located in areas that are accessible early on, while others are found in later-game areas. Finding all of them will require exploring a significant portion of the map.
What stats do the unlocked Sorceries scale with? The unlocked Sorceries generally scale primarily with your Intelligence stat, but some may also have secondary scaling with other stats like Dexterity or Faith.
How do I equip Sorceries once I’ve purchased them? To equip Sorceries, you need to rest at a Site of Grace and select the “Memorize Sorceries” option. This will allow you to assign the Sorceries you’ve learned to your Memory Slots.
Do I need to level up my Staff to use the Sorceries unlocked by Scrolls? Yes, you will need to level up your Staff to meet the stat requirements of the more powerful Sorceries. A higher level Staff will also boost the effectiveness of your spells.
Can I respec my stats if I want to change my build from melee to magic? Yes, after defeating Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon, you can respec your stats by using a Larval Tear. This allows you to reallocate your attribute points, making it possible to switch from a melee build to a magic-based build.
Are there any other ways to learn Sorceries besides finding Scrolls? Yes, some Sorceries can be found as loot from enemies, discovered in chests, or acquired as rewards for completing quests. However, finding Scrolls is the most reliable way to expand your spell selection.

By following this comprehensive guide, you’ll be well-equipped to find all the Scrolls in Elden Ring and unlock a vast array of powerful Sorceries to aid you on your journey through the Lands Between. Good luck, Tarnished!