What Triggers Melina Roundtable Hold?
To trigger Melina Roundtable Hold, the player must either activate/unlock a Site of Grace in the open world, excluding those in Limgrave (West and East) or Weeping Peninsula, or beat Margit and rest at the next Site of Grace, allowing Melina to appear and offer passage to the Roundtable Hold. This Roundtable Hold invitation is a pivotal moment in the game, marking a significant progression in the player’s journey through the Lands Between.
Understanding Melina and the Roundtable Hold
The Role of Melina
Melina is a central character who guides the player through the early stages of the game, offering levelling up services and providing access to the player’s horse. Her role is intertwined with the Roundtable Hold, a mystical location that serves as a hub for Tarnished characters.
Triggers for Melina’s Invitation
The two primary methods to trigger Melina’s invitation to the Roundtable Hold involve either exploring the open world and discovering specific Sites of Grace or defeating key bosses like Margit. These actions signify the player’s readiness to engage with the deeper lore and challenges of the Elden Ring universe.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What triggers Melina to take you to the Roundtable? Melina takes you to the Roundtable Hold after you either activate a Site of Grace in the open world (excluding Limgrave and Weeping Peninsula) or beat Margit and rest at the next Site of Grace.
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How do you trigger a fight in Roundtable? A fight in Roundtable Hold is triggered after obtaining the right side of the Haligtree Secret Medallion, leading to an invasion by Ensha of the Royal Remains.
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What ending does Melina want? Melina leads the player towards the standard Elden Ring ending, where the Tarnished becomes the Elden Lord by mending the Elden Ring.
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Is Melina and Ranni the same? No, Melina and Ranni are not the same; they are sisters, with Melina being the daughter of Queen Marika, making her a demi-god.
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Who is the leaning guy in Roundtable Hold? The leaning guy is Ensha, an unspeaking adherent of Sir Gideon Ofnir, found leaning on the wall outside his master’s study.
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Who is the red guy at the roundtable in Elden Ring? The red guy is Dung Eater, who can be found in Roundtable Hold after making progress in the game, specifically after reaching Leyndell, Royal Capital.
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What happens if you refuse Melina at the beginning of Elden Ring? Refusing Melina’s accord at the beginning of the game means you won’t have access to levelling up or your horse, but you can reconsider and talk to her at any Site of Grace.
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What does Melina give you after Morgott? After defeating Morgott, Omen King, Melina gives you the Rold Medallion when you rest at the Site of Grace near the entrance to the Erdtree.
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Why isn’t Brother Corhyn at the roundtable? Brother Corhyn leaves Roundtable Hold to search for Goldmask once you reach the Altus Plateau region.
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How do you trigger Melina? Melina is triggered by resting at any three Sites of Grace in the open world (not in caves, tunnels, or Limgrave/Weeping Peninsula), which unlocks fast travel and eventually leads to her appearing to take you to Roundtable Hold.
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What happens if Melina dies in a boss fight? If Melina dies in a boss fight, she leaves behind a golden tree that replenishes health, and she reappears afterward as if nothing happened.
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Is Ranni good or evil? Ranni is considered a morally grey character, with her actions and ending being debated among players as potentially the “best possible outcome” of the game.
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Does sacrificing Melina end the game? No, Melina’s death does not end the game; instead, the player continues their journey alone.
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What is the tattoo on Melina’s eye? The tattoo on Melina’s eye is the Frenzied Flame symbol, which has implications for her character and the game’s lore.
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How do I get to Roundtable Hold without Melina? You can get to Roundtable Hold without Melina by following a specific path north of Stormhill Shack, climbing down debris at the end of a bridge, and accessing a narrow cliffside path to find a Shrine of Grace where you can rest to unlock Roundtable Hold.