Tracking Diallos Hoslow: A Pilgrim’s Progress After Volcano Manor

Diallos Hoslow, a figure draped in familial expectations and personal doubt, embarks on a compelling journey throughout Elden Ring. After his time (and potential involvement) with Volcano Manor, Diallos seeks a new purpose and location. You’ll find him next in Jarburg, a quaint, isolated village nestled south of the Carian Study Hall in Liurnia of the Lakes. He’s usually found inside one of the small shacks, deeply engaged in conversation with one of the living jars.

Diallos’ Post-Volcano Manor Path: A Detailed Breakdown

Diallos’ trajectory after the Volcano Manor is tied to choices you make and events that unfold, making it a somewhat missable and intricate part of the game. Here’s a structured look:

Triggering Diallos’ Move to Jarburg

Diallos’s arrival in Jarburg is contingent on a few factors, namely how you interact with Volcano Manor:

• Volcano Manor Quests: Ideally, complete at least the second assassination request given to you by Tanith (Rileigh the Idle). This seems to act as a trigger for Diallos’s narrative progression. Fast traveling to other locations and then returning to Volcano Manor might be necessary for Diallos to finally move.
• Early Progression: The most crucial pre-requisite is not completing Volcano Manor completely (defeating Rykard) before triggering the earlier stages of the Diallos quest. Completing Rykard’s boss fight prematurely will cause all the NPCs to leave Volcano Manor, locking you out of the rest of the quests there including a potential Diallos trigger.
• Jar-Bairn’s Introduction: Before Diallos appears, you MUST interact with Jar-Bairn, the young jar residing in Jarburg. Speak with Jar-Bairn multiple times, exhausting his dialogue. You may need to rest at a Site of Grace and return to him repeatedly to progress his storyline and allow Diallos to appear.
• Location in Jarburg: Once these conditions are met, find Diallos inside one of the houses on the eastern side of the road in Jarburg. He will be talking to one of the jars.

Diallos’ Role in Jarburg

In Jarburg, Diallos undergoes a transformation. He sheds his Hoslow armor and his self-doubt seems to lessen as he takes on the role of protector. He dedicates himself to the jars of Jarburg, aiming to safeguard their peaceful existence.

The Tragic Climax

Tragically, Jarburg is eventually attacked by poachers seeking the jars’ remains. This leads to a pivotal moment where Diallos, initially hesitant and self-doubting, rises to defend the village. While he manages to repel the invaders, he is mortally wounded in the process.

The Aftermath

After Diallos succumbs to his injuries, the player can find him near Jar-Bairn. His death marks the end of his personal quest.

• Acquisition: Killing him at any stage of the quest nets you the Diallos’s Mask and Petal Whip. You will also get Diallos’s Mask by simply finishing the quest.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Diallos Hoslow

1. Can you miss Diallos’ questline entirely?

Yes, absolutely. Completing the Volcano Manor legacy dungeon (defeating Rykard) before advancing Diallos’ quest, and also not doing Jar-Bairn’s questline will make you miss Diallos’ quest and prevent you from encountering him in Jarburg. Careful planning and awareness are key.

2. What happens if I kill Diallos?

If you kill Diallos at any point in his questline, he will drop Diallos’ Mask and the Petal Whip.

3. Is Diallos related to Juno Hoslow?

Yes, Diallos Hoslow is the younger brother of Juno Hoslow. The game’s lore suggests a complex relationship between the brothers, with Juno inheriting the family legacy due to Diallos’ perceived inability to commit to action.

4. What do I get for completing Diallos’ questline?

Upon completing Diallos’ questline, you will receive Diallos’s Mask. The satisfaction of seeing Diallos find purpose and meaning is a significant reward in itself.

5. Does joining Volcano Manor have any negative consequences for other quests?

Potentially, yes. Defeating Rykard before completing other Volcano Manor quests will lock you out of those quests, including some involving Rya, Bernahl, and Patches.

6. How do I trigger Diallos to move from Roundtable Hold to Liurnia?

After meeting Diallos in Roundtable Hold, find him in the Liurnia of the Lakes area. Fast travel to the Academy Gate Town Site of Grace. He’s almost directly north of the Site of Grace, standing on one of the rooftops.

7. Why isn’t Diallos appearing in Jarburg, even after I completed the Volcano Manor quests?

Ensure you’ve spoken to Jar-Bairn multiple times and rested at Sites of Grace in between conversations. Jar-Bairn’s questline seems to be intertwined with Diallos’ arrival.

8. What should my level be before tackling Volcano Manor?

A general recommendation is to be around level 50 before venturing into Volcano Manor. The enemies within are quite formidable.

9. What happens to Tanith after you defeat Rykard?

After defeating Rykard, if you rest at a Site of Grace, Tanith will leave Volcano Manor. You can then find her in Rykard’s boss room, eating his corpse.

10. Can you be invaded at Roundtable Hold?

Yes, you can be invaded by Mad Tongue Alberich in Roundtable Hold. This requires finding a hidden area accessible by jumping off a balcony.

11. What happened to Lanya in Elden Ring?

Lanya, a character associated with Diallos, is found dead in Liurnia of the Lakes. Diallos mourns her death and vows vengeance, triggering the next phase of his questline.

12. Who is Rykard’s wife?

Tanith is Rykard’s consort and the leader of the Recusants within Volcano Manor.

13. What happens after you kill Maliketh?

After defeating Maliketh, you’ll respawn in Leyndell, Ashen Capital, allowing you to progress towards the foot of the burning Erdtree.

14. Where does Jar-Bairn go after Diallos dies?

After exhausting Diallos’s dialogue near Jar-Bairn’s location, Jar-Bairn will have moved to be next to Diallos’ body. Speak to him there, then reload the area to find him back at his usual spot on the stoop of a building.

15. Does the narrative in Elden Ring draw inspiration from educational principles and learning theories?

The complex and interwoven storylines, the need for exploration and discovery, and the consequences of player choice within Elden Ring have implications that touch on how we learn and engage with the world around us. For more on the intersection of games and learning, consider visiting the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org. The Games Learning Society explores the educational potential of games, and their website offers valuable resources for educators and researchers.

By carefully considering these points and thoroughly exploring the game world, you can successfully navigate Diallos Hoslow’s complex and ultimately poignant questline in Elden Ring. Good luck, Tarnished!