How Many Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones Are There in Elden Ring?

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There are 8 Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones to be found in the entirety of Elden Ring, which are crucial for maxing out some of the most powerful weapons in the game. These Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones are essential for upgrading special weapons to their maximum level of +10, making them a highly sought-after resource for players looking to optimize their arsenal.

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1. How Many Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones Are There in Total?

There are a total of 21 Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones in Elden Ring, with 8 of them being Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones and the remaining 13 being regular Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones.

2. Can You Buy Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

No, you cannot directly buy Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones. However, you can purchase Somber Smithing Stones [5] and [6] using a Bell Bearing found in the First Church of Marika.

3. Where Can I Find All Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones can be found in various locations throughout Elden Ring, including Leyndell, Ashen Capital, Crumbling Farum Azula, Millicent’s Quest, and more.

4. Can Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones Respawn?

No, Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones found on the walls of caves will not respawn. However, Smithing Stones dropped by enemies can be farmed as these enemies can respawn.

5. How Many Somber Smithing Stones Do You Need to Fully Upgrade Everything?

To fully upgrade all 127 Weapons and 10 Shields that utilize Somber Smithing Stones, you would need a total of 137 of each, requiring you to reach NG+ 17 (18 playthroughs) due to the limited number of Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones.

6. What Is the Highest Level Smithing Stone?

Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones are the highest tier Smithing Stone, allowing you to upgrade regular weapons to +25. Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones allow you to upgrade special weapons to +10, the maximum level for unique and legendary armaments.

7. Can You Get More Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones in New Game Plus?

Yes, if you’re out of Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones, Somber or not, the only way to get more is to start Journey 2, aka New Game Plus.

8. How Many Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones Can You Get in One Playthrough?

Only 8 Ancient Somber Dragon Smithing Stones can be attained in any one playthrough, and you’ll have to go into New Game+ to get more.

9. Can You Buy Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

Yes, after completing Nepheli Loux’s quest, Gatekeeper Gostoc should be to her side selling things, including an Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone for 20,000 Runes.

10. Where Can I Find Ancient Dragon Stones?

Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones can be found in various locations, including Miquella’s Haligtree, Yelough Anix Tunnel, Consecrated Snowfield, and Crumbling Farum Azula.

11. What Merchant Sells Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

Gatekeeper Gostoc sells Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones after completing Nepheli Loux’s quest.

12. Can You Farm Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

No, Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones themselves cannot be farmed. However, Smithing Stones dropped by enemies can be farmed by repeatedly killing these enemies.

13. What Happens If You Use All Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones?

Using all Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones will upgrade your eligible weapons to their maximum level of +10. To get more, you would need to start a New Game Plus.

14. Can You Get Unlimited Smithing Stone 7 and 8?

Yes, you can get unlimited Smithing Stones 7 and 8 by defeating bosses in late-game areas or by obtaining the Smithing Miner’s Bell Bearing 4, which allows you to buy these Smithing Stones.

15. What Is the Max Level Weapon Upgrade in Elden Ring?

The max level for upgrading regular weapons is +25, achieved using Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones, while special weapons can be upgraded to +10 using Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones.