How to Help Millicent: A Comprehensive Guide to Her Questline in Elden Ring
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So, you’ve stumbled upon the tragic figure of Millicent, a young woman afflicted by the dreaded Scarlet Rot in the Lands Between. Fear not, Tarnished! Helping Millicent is a complex but rewarding journey, unlocking powerful items and insights into the lore of Malenia, Blade of Miquella. This guide will walk you through the steps to aid Millicent, ensuring you don’t miss any crucial details.
The path to assisting Millicent involves the following key steps:
- Seek out Gowry: Find Gowry in Gowry’s Shack, located southeast of Sellia, Town of Sorcery, in Caelid. He’ll task you with finding the Unalloyed Gold Needle.
- Retrieve the Unalloyed Gold Needle: Defeat Commander O’Neil in the Swamp of Aeonia to obtain the Unalloyed Gold Needle.
- Return to Gowry: Give the Unalloyed Gold Needle to Gowry. He will then request you to wait, so rest at the site of grace until he returns the needle, now prepared.
- Cure Millicent at the Church of the Plague: Travel to the Church of the Plague, located north of Gowry’s Shack. Give Millicent the Unalloyed Gold Needle. Rest at the Site of Grace and return to find her cured. Exhaust her dialogue to receive the Prosthesis-Wearer Heirloom talisman.
- Find Millicent at Windmill Village: Next, find Millicent at the Windmill Heights Site of Grace after defeating the Godskin Apostle at Dominula, Windmill Village.
- Retrieve the Valkyrie Prosthesis: She will eventually request a Valkyrie Prosthesis from you. You will be able to obtain this through obtaining the Shaded Castle Legacy Dungeon.
- Complete Her Final Choices: After recieving the Valkyrie Prosthesis you can either side with Millicent and have her complete her quest, or side against her, and have her die and drop her items early.
This is the general outline of how you assist Millicent. The rest of this article will delve into the details of this process.
Understanding Millicent’s Questline
Millicent’s quest is intricately linked to the lore surrounding Malenia and the Scarlet Rot. By helping her, you’ll uncover more about their connection and the devastating impact of the Rot on the Lands Between. Be prepared for challenging battles and difficult choices that will shape Millicent’s fate.
Getting Started: Gowry and the Unalloyed Gold Needle
Your journey begins with Gowry, an enigmatic sage residing in Gowry’s Shack. This is where you will first hear about Millicent who is afflicted with the Scarlet Rot. He claims he can cure Millicent, but needs your help to do so. He tasks you with obtaining the Unalloyed Gold Needle.
The Swamp of Aeonia and Commander O’Neil
Venture into the Swamp of Aeonia and face Commander O’Neil. This is a challenging boss fight, so be prepared with appropriate gear and summons. Defeating him rewards you with the Unalloyed Gold Needle.
Curing Millicent: The Church of the Plague
Once you have obtained the Unalloyed Gold Needle, return it to Gowry. He will then request that you wait, so rest at the site of grace until he returns the needle, now prepared. Head to the Church of the Plague where you can find her. Give Millicent the needle and rest at the Site of Grace to reset her.
Continuing the Quest: Beyond the Church
After curing Millicent, she will continue her journey, moving to different locations throughout the Lands Between. Each location presents new challenges and dialogue that further develop her story. Look for her in Windmill Village after defeating the Godskin Apostle there. Then you can find her at The Shaded Castle where she will ask you to give her a Valkyrie’s Prosthesis. Giving this to her will allow the story to continue on, however it will also open up the ability to either help her finish her quest, or end it early.
The Choice at the End: Siding With or Against Millicent
The climax of Millicent’s questline involves a crucial choice: you can either side with her and assist her in overcoming her fate, or side against her, ultimately leading to her demise. This choice significantly impacts the rewards you receive and the ending of her story. Siding with Millicent offers a deeper understanding of her character and her connection to Malenia, while siding against her provides a quicker path to obtaining certain items.
FAQs: All About Millicent and Scarlet Rot
Here are some frequently asked questions related to Millicent and Scarlet Rot:
1. What exactly is Scarlet Rot?
Scarlet Rot is a dangerous status effect in Elden Ring that inflicts damage over time, similar to poison but far more potent. It’s associated with Malenia, the Blade of Miquella, and her followers.
2. How do I resist Scarlet Rot?
Your resistance to Scarlet Rot is determined by your Immunity stat, which is increased primarily by the Vigor stat. Armor sets, such as the Mushroom Set, also offer significant immunity boosts.
3. How do I cure Scarlet Rot?
You can cure Scarlet Rot using Preserving Boluses, crafted or purchased items that remove the status effect. The Flame, Cleanse Me incantation, requiring 12 Faith, is another effective cure.
4. Where can I find the Flame, Cleanse Me incantation?
The Flame, Cleanse Me incantation is found in a Fire Monk Camp, southeast of the Church of Vows in Liurnia of the Lakes.
5. Can soap help with Scarlet Rot?
While soap can’t cure Scarlet Rot, it can help stop the buildup if you’ve been exposed but haven’t yet been fully afflicted.
6. Where can I find Gowry’s Shack?
Gowry’s Shack is located southeast of Sellia, Town of Sorcery, in the Caelid region.
7. Where is the Church of the Plague?
The Church of the Plague is located north of Gowry’s Shack in Caelid.
8. Who is Commander O’Neil?
Commander O’Neil is a boss located in the Swamp of Aeonia in Caelid. He drops the Unalloyed Gold Needle, essential for starting Millicent’s questline.
9. Where do I find the Valkyrie Prosthesis?
The Valkyrie Prosthesis can be found in The Shaded Castle.
10. Is Millicent related to Malenia?
Yes, Millicent is implied to be a daughter, sister, or “offshoot” of Malenia, the Blade of Miquella. Gowry more directly confirms this relationship.
11. What are the rewards for completing Millicent’s questline?
Completing Millicent’s questline unlocks valuable items, including Millicent’s Prosthesis (a talisman that boosts Dexterity and successive attacks) and Miquella’s Needle.
12. What is Miquella’s Needle used for?
Miquella’s Needle can be used to reverse the influence of the Frenzied Flame ending if you’ve been branded by the Three Fingers.
13. Can I complete Millicent’s questline after beating the game?
Yes, you can complete Millicent’s questline at any point in the game, even after defeating the final boss.
14. What happens if Millicent dies?
If Millicent dies before you complete her quest, you can still obtain some of her items, but you will miss out on the rewards for completing her questline and her unique story. If you’re hoping to obtain her Millicent’s Prosthesis by siding against her, make sure to defeat the Godskin Apostle at the Windmill Village first.
15. Why did Millicent remove the needle?
Millicent removes the needle because she feared she would bloom into something not of her own will. She wanted to forge her own path, not be forced into a destiny dictated by the Scarlet Rot.
Conclusion: A Journey of Choice and Consequence
Helping Millicent is more than just completing a quest; it’s a journey of choice and consequence that delves into the depths of Elden Ring’s lore. Your decisions will shape her destiny and impact the items you receive. By understanding the steps involved and the implications of your choices, you can ensure a rewarding and meaningful experience.
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