Late-Game Larval Tear Locations in Elden Ring: A Comprehensive Guide

The ability to respec your character in Elden Ring is crucial, allowing you to experiment with different builds and adapt to the challenges the game throws at you. Larval Tears are the key to this process, but finding them can be tricky, especially later in the game. While you’ll encounter some in earlier areas, the late-game offers a good chunk of these valuable items. So, where exactly do you find late-game Larval Tears? Let’s dive in.

Key Late-Game Larval Tear Locations

Primarily, late-game Larval Tears are found in the Eternal Cities, Nokron and Nokstella, and the Altus Plateau. Here’s a breakdown:

• Nokron, Eternal City: Two Larval Tears are easily accessible early in Nokron. Once you’ve defeated Radahn, the star crater in Limgrave will allow you to descend into Nokron. Upon arriving, you’ll find one Larval Tear very near the Nokron, Eternal City Site of Grace. Explore the buildings, being mindful of the nearby enemies, to obtain it. Another Larval Tear can be found in the same area.
• Nokstella, Eternal City: A little later, and you can secure more Larval Tears in Nokstella. You’ll find two Larval Tears in Nokstella, specifically as rewards from destroying large silver tear “balls”. These balls are not immediately apparent, instead disguised as large inanimate objects. The first one can be found on the bridge in Nokstella. The second one is located in the northeast building just after this bridge.
• Altus Plateau: This region yields a singular Larval Tear within ruins east of the minor Erdtree. In this spot you will find an undead enemy cowering in the corner. When attacked, it will transform into a Lion Guardian. Defeating the Lion Guardian will drop a Larval Tear.
• Merchants: You can purchase a Larval Tear from the merchant west of the Worshippers’ Woods Site of Grace. This merchant has one for sale for 3,000 Runes. You can also kill them for their bell bearing and buy it from the Twin Maiden Husks if you so desire.

These locations represent the most reliable late-game sources of Larval Tears. Remember, these are not farmable, you can only obtain each one once per playthrough.

Frequently Asked Questions About Larval Tears

Here are some frequently asked questions that can help you further understand larval tears and their uses in Elden Ring:

How many Larval Tears are there in total?

There are a total of 18 Larval Tears scattered across the Lands Between in a single playthrough. These are enough to fully respec 18 times throughout that playthrough. This is significantly more than most previous FromSoftware titles.

Are Larval Tears farmable?

No, Larval Tears are not farmable. You can only obtain one Larval Tear from each of the predetermined sources such as Silver Tear “balls”. Killing the same silver tear ball will not yield another Larval Tear. The total available amount of Larval Tears in a single new game is fixed at 18.

Do Larval Tears carry over to New Game Plus (NG+)?

Yes, Larval Tears do carry over to New Game Plus. This means you can start your next playthrough with any remaining tears you had.

How do I use Larval Tears?

To use a Larval Tear, you need to speak with Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon, in Raya Lucaria Academy. Select the “rebirth” option. This process consumes one Larval Tear to allow you to respec your character’s stats. Note that it only allows you to respec points earned through leveling. It does not affect base class stats.

Can I cancel a rebirth without losing a Larval Tear?

Yes, you can cancel a rebirth without losing a Larval Tear. When in the rebirth menu, press the back/cancel button (indicated at the bottom of the screen) to exit without committing to the respec and without consuming the item.

Where can I find Larval Tears early in the game?

Some Larval Tears can be found earlier in the game in Limgrave and Liurnia, often as drops from certain enemies or within specific locations. The two in Nokron are also fairly early once Radahn is defeated.

Besides the Silver Tears, are there any other enemies that drop Larval Tears?

No, Larval Tears are not general drops from enemies. The Silver Tear enemies disguised as balls are the primary repeatable source of Larval Tears, though only once per individual enemy per playthrough. The Lion Guardian in Altus Plateau is also a one-time source of a Larval Tear.

How much does a Larval Tear cost from a merchant?

The merchant west of Worshippers’ Woods sells a Larval Tear for 3,000 Runes.

What if I kill the merchant selling a Larval Tear?

If you kill the merchant, you can get his bell bearing. This bell bearing allows you to purchase the Larval Tear from the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold.

Are there any Larval Tears in Mountaintops of the Giants?

No, there are no known Larval Tears to be found within the Mountaintops of the Giants region.

Does the Mimic Tear drop a Larval Tear?

No, the Mimic Tear does not drop a Larval Tear. The Mimic Tear is an Ash Summon. It is found behind a fog gate unlocked by a Stonesword Key in Nokron, Eternal City.

Do Prayerbooks carry over into NG+?

Prayerbooks themselves do not carry over into New Game Plus, but the spells you’ve learned from them do carry over. This means you do not need to collect them all again, and your builds are preserved.

What is the difficulty scaling in New Game Plus?

The difficulty increases with each New Game Plus cycle until Journey 8 (NG+7), which is the highest level of difficulty. Further playthroughs have identical levels of difficulty and rewards.

What items are lost when starting a New Game Plus?

You lose story-related key items and Bell Bearings when starting a new game plus. However, most of your inventory, and notably Larval Tears, is preserved.

What are some useful tips after defeating Rennala?

After defeating Rennala, it’s a good idea to revisit NPCs in Limgrave, Liurnia, and Caelid to continue their questlines. There are several NPCs in and around Raya Lucaria, as well as others that can only be progressed in other areas. Additionally, you might want to explore Nokron using the crater in Limgrave and locate the Mimic Tear Ash.

Conclusion

Finding Larval Tears, especially in the late game, is essential for fine-tuning your character build in Elden Ring. While there is a finite supply, you can strategically find all 18 Larval Tears within a single playthrough and even carry them into New Game Plus. By understanding their locations and how to use them, you’ll be well-equipped to conquer any challenge the game presents.