Unveiling the Power of Remembrance: A Comprehensive Guide to Elden Ring’s Boss Souls
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Elden Ring, FromSoftware’s sprawling action RPG, is as renowned for its challenging boss encounters as it is for its intricate lore and vast open world. Defeating these formidable foes grants you not only the satisfaction of victory but also a powerful item called a Remembrance. These Remembrances, essentially the boss’s souls, can be consumed for a massive amount of Runes (Elden Ring’s currency) or, more excitingly, exchanged for unique and powerful weapons, spells, and armor. There are 15 Remembrances in Elden Ring, each tied to a specific boss. Here is the list:
- Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor
- Remembrance of the Naturalborn
- Remembrance of the Lichdragon
- Remembrance of the Fire Giant
- Remembrance of the Grafted
- Remembrance of the Full Moon Queen
- Remembrance of the Blasphemous
- Remembrance of the Starscourge
- Remembrance of the Rot Goddess
- Remembrance of the Omen King
- Remembrance of the Omen Lord
- Remembrance of the Black Blade
- Remembrance of the Dragonlord
- Remembrance of Godfrey
- Elden Remembrance
These Remembrances represent the culmination of your struggle against some of the Lands Between’s most imposing figures. Choosing what to do with them is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your character build and playstyle. To help you navigate these choices, let’s dive into some frequently asked questions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Elden Ring Remembrances
How do I use Remembrances?
You have two primary options: Consume the Remembrance directly from your inventory for a large sum of Runes, or trade it with Finger Reader Enia at the Roundtable Hold. Enia will offer you a choice of one or two unique items in exchange for the Remembrance.
Where is Finger Reader Enia located?
Finger Reader Enia is found in the Roundtable Hold, behind the set of Twin Maiden Husks. You need to defeat Godrick the Grafted before she will appear in the Roundtable Hold.
Can I get all the rewards from a single Remembrance?
No. Each Remembrance can only be traded once per playthrough. However, you can duplicate Remembrances at Walking Mausoleums to obtain a second copy.
What are Walking Mausoleums and how do I use them?
Walking Mausoleums are massive, slow-moving structures that wander certain areas of the Lands Between. They house bells that will ring and you can duplicate Remembrances of Shardbearers here. To access the mausoleum, you must destroy the white skull-like formations that cover their legs. Once the formations are destroyed, the mausoleum will collapse, allowing you to enter and duplicate a Remembrance. Not all mausoleums can duplicate every Remembrance, some Mausoleums only duplicate non-shardbearer remembrances.
Which Remembrances can be duplicated?
You can duplicate most Remembrances tied to major boss encounters at a Mausoleum, specifically those of the Shardbearers, including: Godrick, Rennala, Radahn, Morgott, Rykard, and Mohg, and Malenia. The Dragonlord Placidusax, Regal Ancestor Spirit, and the Lichdragon cannot be duplicated.
What is the best Remembrance to duplicate?
The “best” Remembrance to duplicate depends on your build and desired items. However, the Remembrance of the Rot Goddess (Malenia) is often a popular choice due to the power of both her katana, the Hand of Malenia, and her incantation, Scarlet Aeonia. Ultimately, it boils down to what items fit your specific playthrough.
Are Runes from consuming Remembrances worth it?
While the Runes obtained from consuming Remembrances are significant, especially early in the game, most players consider exchanging them for unique weapons, spells, or armor to be the better option. The items often provide far more value than the Runes alone.
What are the rewards for each Remembrance?
Here’s a breakdown of the items you can acquire from each Remembrance:
- Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor: Ancestral Spirit’s Horn, Regal Omen Bairn
- Remembrance of the Naturalborn: Waves of Darkness, Wing of Astel
- Remembrance of the Lichdragon: Fortissax’s Lightning Spear, Death Lightning
- Remembrance of the Fire Giant: Flame of the Fell God, Giant’s Red Braid
- Remembrance of the Grafted: Axe of Godrick, Grafted Dragon
- Remembrance of the Full Moon Queen: Rennala’s Full Moon, Carian Regal Scepter
- Remembrance of the Blasphemous: Blasphemous Blade, Rykard’s Rancor
- Remembrance of the Starscourge: Starscourge Greatsword, Lion Greatbow
- Remembrance of the Rot Goddess: Hand of Malenia, Scarlet Aeonia
- Remembrance of the Omen King: Morgott’s Cursed Sword, Regal Omen Bairn
- Remembrance of the Omen Lord: Mohgwyn’s Sacred Spear, Bloodboon Ritual
- Remembrance of the Black Blade: Black Blade, Maliketh’s Black Blade
- Remembrance of the Dragonlord: Placidusax’s Ruin, Dragon King’s Cragblade
- Remembrance of Godfrey: Axe of Godfrey, Hoarah Loux’s Earthshaker
- Elden Remembrance: Marika’s Hammer, Sacred Relic Sword
Which Remembrance weapon is the “best”?
There’s no universally “best” Remembrance weapon, as it heavily depends on your build and playstyle. However, some consistently rank high in terms of power and utility:
- Blasphemous Blade: Renowned for its healing properties and strong weapon skill.
- Sacred Relic Sword: Incredibly effective for farming large groups of enemies with its Wave of Gold weapon skill.
- Hand of Malenia: A unique katana with a powerful, albeit risky, weapon skill.
- Starscourge Greatsword: A unique double greatsword that allows you to wield two swords at once while maintaining the use of its weapon skill.
What stats are needed to use Remembrance weapons?
The stat requirements vary greatly depending on the specific weapon. Check the weapon’s description for the required Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, Faith, and Arcane stats.
What are the best weapons to duplicate for early, mid, and late game?
The best weapons to duplicate will differ depending on your build, but generally, the best to duplicate are:
- Early Game: Remembrance of the Grafted for the Grafted Dragon (great for melee builds).
- Mid Game: Remembrance of the Full Moon Queen for the Carian Regal Scepter (great for intelligence builds).
- Late Game: Remembrance of the Blasphemous for the Blasphemous Blade or Remembrance of the Rot Goddess for the Hand of Malenia.
How do Remembrance weapons scale?
Remembrance weapons typically scale with Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, Faith, and/or Arcane. The specific scaling for each weapon can be found in its description. Scaling affects how much the weapon’s damage increases as you increase the corresponding stats.
Can I upgrade Remembrance weapons?
Yes, Remembrance weapons can be upgraded using Somber Smithing Stones. This increases their attack power and scaling.
Are there any Remembrances I should always save and never consume for Runes?
While most Remembrances offer valuable rewards, the Elden Remembrance is particularly important to save. The Sacred Relic Sword, obtained from trading this Remembrance, is arguably the best weapon for farming Runes due to its Wave of Gold weapon skill. This means you can farm Runes faster and more efficiently than if you were to consume the Remembrance for Runes. The axe Marika’s Hammer is a more situational weapon, as opposed to the Sacred Relic Sword.
How does weapon level affect the effectiveness of spirit ashes?
Spirit Ashes are not directly affected by your weapon level. Their effectiveness depends on their individual stats, upgrade level (using Grave or Ghost Glovewort), and how well they synergize with your build and playstyle. While a strong weapon can help you clear enemies and create openings for your Spirit Ash to attack, the Spirit Ash’s own stats determine its combat prowess.
Exploring the depth and mechanics of Elden Ring’s gameplay, including the impactful decisions surrounding Remembrances, provides players with the tools to strategically enhance their gaming experience. Delving into these aspects fosters a deeper understanding of the game’s design, which aligns with the goals of organizations like the Games Learning Society, dedicated to exploring the educational and cognitive benefits of gaming. Explore more at GamesLearningSociety.org.