What happened to Seluvis?

Seluvis, a key character in the Elden Ring, meets his demise at the hands of Ranni, who kills him for attempting to turn her into a puppet after the player gives her the Fingerslayer Blade. This event is a crucial part of the game’s storyline, leading to the conclusion of Seluvis’ questline, which can be affected by the player’s choices and actions throughout the game.

Understanding Seluvis’ Role and Death

To grasp the significance of Seluvis’ death, it’s essential to understand his role in the game. Seluvis is a Preceptor who can be found in two locations: as a spectral form in Ranni’s Rise and in his physical form in Seluvis’s Rise, both located in the Three Sisters area. His questline intersects with other characters, such as Ranni and Nepheli, and the player’s decisions can influence the outcomes of these characters’ storylines.

Seluvis’ Questline and Its Consequences

Seluvis’ questline involves the player in a complex web of interactions with other characters, particularly Ranni and Nepheli. The player’s choices, such as deciding whether to aid Seluvis in his betrayal of Ranni or to give Nepheli a potion that would turn her into a doll, significantly impact the game’s progression and character relationships.

FAQs About Seluvis and Related Characters

1. Who kills Seluvis? Ranni kills Seluvis for trying to turn her into a puppet after the player gives her the Fingerslayer Blade.

2. Why does Seluvis want to turn Ranni into a puppet? The exact motivations behind Seluvis’ attempt to puppet Ranni are tied to his own ambitions and the larger storyline of the Elden Ring, involving control and power dynamics.

3. Can you prevent Seluvis’ death? The player’s actions can influence the timing and circumstances of Seluvis’ death, but his eventual demise is a fixed part of the game’s narrative.

4. What happens to Seluvis’ questline after he dies? Seluvis’ death concludes his questline, and the player can no longer interact with him or receive quests from him.

5. How does Seluvis’ death affect Ranni’s questline? Ranni’s questline continues after Seluvis’ death, and the player can still complete her quests and story arcs.

6. Why does Seluvis target Nepheli? Seluvis targets Nepheli because of her potential and the role she could play in his plans, which involve manipulating and controlling key characters.

7. Should I give Nepheli the potion? Giving Nepheli the potion will turn her into a doll and prematurely end her questline, which is not recommended as it limits the player’s interaction with her and affects the story.

8. What is the relationship between Seluvis and Ranni? Seluvis and Ranni have a complex relationship, with Seluvis attempting to manipulate and control Ranni, leading to her eventual retaliation and his death.

9. Can I get the Dung Eater after Seluvis dies? Yes, the player can obtain the Dung Eater after Seluvis’ death by picking it up from his corpse.

10. Where can I find Nepheli after giving her the Stormhawk King? After giving Nepheli the Stormhawk King, she can be found at the Roundtable Hold, where the player can continue her questline.

11. Is Nepheli a Demigod? No, Nepheli is not a Demigod because she does not have Marika’s blood in her, making her a Tarnished rather than a Demigod.

12. Who is Nepheli’s father? Nepheli’s foster father is Gideon, as she mentions not knowing her biological family.

13. What happens if I ally with Seluvis? Allying with Seluvis involves betraying Ranni and can lead to different story outcomes, depending on the player’s choices and actions.

14. Can I turn Ranni into a puppet? The player can attempt to turn Ranni into a puppet by giving her an “Amber Draught” as part of Seluvis’ questline, but this leads to his death.

15. Is Ranni the real villain of the Elden Ring? Ranni’s character is morally grey, and while she kills Seluvis, her actions can be seen as part of a larger struggle against the forces controlling the Elden Ring, making her more of an anti-hero than a villain.