What happens if you use Miquella’s needle?

Using Miquella’s Needle allows players to reverse the Three Fingers’ flame of frenzy, providing an alternate path to the game’s ending and potentially saving Melina from sacrificing herself. By activating the needle in Dragonlord Placidusax’s arena at Crumbling Farum Azula, players can subdue the flame of frenzy and avoid becoming the Lord of Frenzied Flame, leading to a different conclusion in the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Can you use Miquella’s needle after killing Placidus?: Yes, you can use Miquella’s Needle anywhere within Dragonlord Placidusax’s arena, either before or after killing him.
2. Does using Miquella’s needle save Melina?: Yes, Melina is spared from sacrificing herself to ignite the Erdtree, as an alternate way of burning the tree without burning her life away is found.
3. Why can you only use Miquella’s needle in Crumbling Farum Azula?: The needle is as yet unfinished and can only be used in the heart of the storm beyond time, said to be found in Farum Azula.

Using Miquella’s Needle

4. When can you use Miquella’s needle?: You can use Miquella’s Needle only when you have been “blessed” by the Three Fingers, and you must activate it before beating Placidusax.
5. What happens if you use Miquella’s Needle before Melina burns herself?: If you use the needle before Melina burns herself, you can still change the game’s ending and potentially save her.
6. Can you still use Miquella’s needle after killing Godfrey?: Yes, you can use Miquella’s Needle after killing Godfrey, as the point where you’re locked out is when you beat the final boss.

New Game Plus and Miquella’s Needle

7. Does Miquella’s needle carry over to New Game Plus?: No, once you go into New Game Plus (NG+), everything you did in your previous playthrough (quest-wise) resets, and you lose Miquella’s Needle along with your Frenzied Flame status.
8. What happens if you pick a New Game Plus in other games?: In other games, any weapons and upgrades the player had will all be available right away, but certain gear may need to be unlocked again.

Ending and Miquella’s Needle

9. What is the hardest ending in Elden Ring?: The Frenzied Flame ending is probably the strangest one that Elden Ring has to offer, and it’s also the most difficult to trigger.
10. Which Elden Ring ending is best?: The Age of the Stars ending is considered the most thoughtful one, as it allows players to replace Marika with Ranni, who serves the Moon as a deity.

Miquella and Melina

11. Is Melina a Finger Maiden?: Despite not being an actual Finger Maiden, Melina fulfills most of the duties of the title’s duties, introducing the Tarnished to the Round Table.
12. Does Melina sacrifice herself?: Yes, Melina eventually sacrifices herself to ignite the Erdtree, allowing you to move on with your story, unless you use Miquella’s Needle.

Other Questions

13. Can you bleed Ghost Godfrey?: Yes, Godfrey the First Elden Lord is susceptible to Bleed damage, making it a good strategy to use a Bleed-focused ability.
14. Can you get the bolt of Gransax after beating Godfrey?: Yes, the Bolt of Gransax can be found after players defeat Godfrey, First Elden Lord in his Golden Shade Spirit Form.
15. What is the Golden Needle for?: The Gold Needle is used for treating scars and acne scars on the skin, providing a renewal of the skin and minimizing the appearance of stains.