Elden Ring: A Comprehensive Guide to Bell Bearing 3
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The burning question on every Tarnished’s mind: Where is Bell Bearing 3? The answer, in short, depends on which Bell Bearing 3 you’re seeking. There are at least two that are commonly referred to as “Bell Bearing 3”: Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3] and Nomadic Merchant’s Bell Bearing [3]. This guide will pinpoint the locations of each, and address many related questions about Bell Bearings in Elden Ring. This guide assumes that, unless otherwise specified, “Bell Bearing 3” is the Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3].
Locating Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3]
The Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3] is found in a chest, located in an underground area beneath the Zamor Ruins. The Zamor Ruins are located in the Mountaintops of the Giants. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Reach the Mountaintops of the Giants: Progress through the main story until you reach the Mountaintops of the Giants. This involves defeating key bosses and progressing through previous regions.
- Locate the Zamor Ruins: The Zamor Ruins are situated in the southwestern part of the Mountaintops of the Giants. You’ll find the Zamor Ruins Site of Grace there, a good starting point.
- Find the Staircase: Within the ruins, search for a staircase leading downwards. The ruins are teeming with Knights of Zamor, so be prepared for combat.
- Access the Underground Area: Descend the staircase. The ruins are riddled with difficult enemies, so take care as the knights are quite difficult to fight.
- Open the Door and Claim the Bell Bearing: At the bottom of the stairs, you’ll find a door. Open it, and inside, you’ll discover a chest containing the coveted Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3].
This Bell Bearing is vital because, once offered to the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold, it unlocks the ability to purchase Smithing Stone [5] and Smithing Stone [6]. This makes upgrading your weapons significantly easier.
Locating Nomadic Merchant’s Bell Bearing [3]
The Nomadic Merchant’s Bell Bearing [3] is acquired from the Nomadic Merchant in Leyndell, Royal Capital.
- Reach Leyndell, Royal Capital: Progress through the main story until you access Leyndell.
- Find the Nomadic Merchant Location: Located just inside the capital, the merchant is found in the Capital Outskirts.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Bell Bearings
1. What exactly is a Bell Bearing in Elden Ring?
Bell Bearings are key items that, when offered to the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold, expand their inventory. They allow you to purchase items that would normally only be found in specific locations or from certain NPCs. They represent a shortcut to essential resources.
2. How many Bell Bearings are there in Elden Ring?
There are a LOT of Bell Bearings to find in Elden Ring. While there are 53 total, and these include those dropped by defeated bosses, and those found around the map.
3. What can I purchase with Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3]?
Offering the Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3] to the Twin Maiden Husks allows you to purchase Smithing Stone [5] and Smithing Stone [6]. These are necessary for upgrading standard weapons to +13 through +18.
4. Is there a Somberstone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3]? Where is it?
Yes, there is a Somberstone Miner’s Bell Bearing [3]. It is found in the Mountaintop of the Giants. Giving it to the Twin Maiden Husks allows you to buy Somber Smithing Stone [5] and Somber Smithing Stone [6], used to upgrade special weapons.
5. Where can I find Smithing Stone [3] early in the game?
You can find Smithing Stone [3] in the Raya Lucaria Academy. The enemies around the South Raya Lucaria Gate Site of Grace have a chance to drop it. Farming these enemies can provide a steady supply early on.
6. What happens if I kill an NPC with a Bell Bearing?
If you kill an NPC that sells items and has a Bell Bearing, they will drop their Bell Bearing upon death. You can then give this Bell Bearing to the Twin Maiden Husks to access their shop inventory even after the NPC is gone.
7. Do Bell Bearings carry over into New Game Plus?
Yes! One of the quality-of-life improvements added to Elden Ring is that Bell Bearings now carry over into New Game Plus. This means you only need to find them once to have access to their corresponding items in subsequent playthroughs.
8. Where is Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [4]?
The Smithing-Stone Miner’s Bell Bearing [4] is dropped by the Godskin Duo boss in Crumbling Farum Azula, inside the Dragon Temple area.
9. I accidentally attacked an NPC. Do I have to kill them for their Bell Bearing?
You don’t have to kill them. You can seek absolution at the Church of Vows by using Celestial Dew. This will reset the NPC’s aggro, and you can continue interacting with them normally.
10. What level should I be to comfortably explore the Mountaintops of the Giants and obtain Bell Bearing 3?
The Mountaintops of the Giants are a late-game area. A character level of 80-100 is generally recommended to handle the enemies effectively and survive the harsh environment.
11. Are there any Bell Bearing Hunter bosses related to Bell Bearings?
Yes. Bell Bearing Hunters are unique, optional bosses that only appear at night at specific locations, usually near merchant shacks. They don’t drop Bell Bearings directly related to resource acquisition, but defeating them rewards you with powerful weapons and armor.
12. I found “D’s Bell Bearing.” What do I do with it?
D’s Bell Bearing is dropped upon D’s death. The merchant is found at the Roundtable Hold. You can obtain his Bell Bearing by following Fia’s questline. The other way is to find him after you defeat the Fire Giant. Offering D’s Bell Bearing to the Twin Maiden Husks allows you to purchase items that D sold before his death.
13. How do I get to Liurnia of the Lakes without fighting Godrick?
You can bypass Stormveil Castle and Godrick the Grafted by taking a path to the east of Stormhill. Follow the road north from the Stormhill Shack Site of Grace, staying to the right. This path will lead you directly into Liurnia of the Lakes.
14. Are Smithing Stones farmable? Do they respawn?
Smithing Stones found on the walls of mines do not respawn. However, enemies within mining caves have a chance to drop Smithing Stones, and these enemy drops are unlimited, making them farmable.
15. What is the significance of giving Rogier the Black Knifeprint?
Giving Rogier the Black Knifeprint triggers a series of events that reveal important lore about Ranni the Witch and her involvement in the Night of the Black Knives. This questline is crucial for understanding the deeper narrative of Elden Ring.
Bell Bearings are an indispensable part of the Elden Ring experience, streamlining the process of acquiring upgrade materials and allowing players to focus on exploration and combat. Mastering their locations and uses will significantly enhance your journey through the Lands Between. For those interested in the broader implications of gaming and learning, visit the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org to explore how games can be used to improve how we learn. Good luck, Tarnished!