What corpse is Rogier talking about?

Rogier is talking about the corpse of Godwyn, the demigod who was assassinated in the Night of the Black Knives, and it is believed that his face is part of this corpse. The face is significant as it gave Rogier Death Blight, and understanding its origin is crucial to unraveling the mysteries of the Elden Ring.

Introduction to Rogier’s Quest

To understand the context of the corpse, it’s essential to delve into Rogier’s questline, which is intricately woven into the lore of the Elden Ring.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What is the dead thing under Stormveil Castle? The dead thing under Stormveil Castle is an Ulcerated Tree Spirit, also known as the “Root Monster,” found in a hidden crypt deep beneath the castle’s defenses.

2. What item is Rogier looking for? Rogier is looking for a cursemark that Ranni should have on her body, as he believes she is behind the slaying of Godfrey.

3. Can you prevent Rogier from dying? To prevent Rogier from dying, one should not speak with Ranni the witch before talking to Rogier again, as this action triggers his death before the quest’s completion.

4. What happened to Rogier in the bloodstain? Behind the boss, a disturbing face juts out of the earth, next to which is a Bloodstain; activating it shows Rogier dying.

5. Is Rogier dead or sleeping? Rogier mentions he will fall into a deep sleep and later dies where he was sitting, with the game not detailing why he died, especially if the player hasn’t explored under Stormveil Castle.

Character and Lore Questions

6. What is the trigger for Rogier dying? Speaking with Ranni and enlisting in her service before Rogier requests it causes him to fall asleep and then die, regardless of whether the player does his questline or not.

7. Is Fia Elden Ring evil? Unlike most power-hungry characters, Fia uses her power not to become Elden Lord but to protect those she loves, making her one of the more benevolent characters.

8. Who revived the Tarnished? The Tarnished were revived by the Erdtree’s grace when the Elden Ring was shattered.

9. What happened to D in Elden Ring? D is given a dagger by the player, which was initially given by Fia, and is later found murdered by Fia.

10. Are D and Rogier friends? D is an old friend of Rogier’s, with whom he traveled, bound by their exploration of Death, though their paths later diverged.

Gameplay and Item Questions

11. Does Rogier drop his rapier? Rogier’s Rapier can be found at the balcony in Roundtable Hold after defeating Godrick the Grafted.

12. What does Rogier’s letter mean? Rogier’s Letter is an Info Item that provides information, similar to other tutorial items found through exploration or dropped by enemies.

13. What is the giant monster under the Stormveil in Elden Ring? The giant monster is an Ulcerated Tree Spirit, or “Root Monster,” found deep under Stormveil Castle.

14. Why are there holes in Stormveil Castle? The holes in Stormveil Castle could be due to Death Blight affecting inanimate objects, or other theories such as Dragon attacks or magical energy beams.

15. Who does the Tarnished marry? The Tarnished is taken by Ranni as her consort, ruling together without the Tarnished becoming the Elden Lord.