Where is the Guy You Give Deathroot to?
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The individual you seek to deliver Deathroot to in Elden Ring is Gurranq, Beast Clergyman. You will find him inside the Bestial Sanctum in the Greyoll’s Dragonbarrow region, which is a northern part of Caelid. Accessing him is crucial for unlocking powerful incantations and furthering a specific questline.
How to Reach Gurranq, Beast Clergyman
Reaching the Bestial Sanctum and Gurranq requires a bit of navigating, especially early in the game. There are two primary methods:
The Teleporter Method
This is generally the quicker and safer route, particularly at lower levels.
- Travel to Limgrave: Begin in the starting area of Limgrave.
- Find the Sending Gate: Locate the Sending Gate (a small portal) hidden behind the Third Church of Marika. This church is easily identifiable on the map and is located east of the Agheel Lake South Site of Grace.
- Interact with the Gate: Once at the Third Church of Marika, search behind it. You’ll find a Sending Gate obscured by bushes. Approaching and interacting with it will teleport you directly to near the Bestial Sanctum in Dragonbarrow. Be prepared for a tough enemy right outside the Sanctum, a Black Blade Kindred, but you can easily run past him.
The Overland Method
This route involves traversing through Caelid, which is generally a more challenging area.
- Head East from Limgrave: Travel east into Caelid. Be prepared for a significant increase in enemy difficulty.
- Navigate to Dragonbarrow: Continue heading north through Caelid into Dragonbarrow. This area is noticeably different, with a bleak, desolate landscape.
- Find the Bestial Sanctum: The Bestial Sanctum is a large, imposing structure located in the northeastern part of Dragonbarrow. It’s hard to miss once you’re in the area. Be warned, the path is guarded by the aforementioned Black Blade Kindred.
What to Expect at the Bestial Sanctum
Upon entering the Bestial Sanctum, you’ll find Gurranq, Beast Clergyman. He is initially hostile and will attack you. However, after taking a small amount of damage, he’ll stop and become docile. Now, you can interact with him.
Interacting with Gurranq
When you speak to Gurranq, you can offer him Deathroot. He will consume it and, in return, reward you with various items, primarily Beast Incantations and sometimes weapons or other useful items.
The more Deathroot you give him, the further you progress his questline, unlocking more powerful incantations and revealing more about his lore.
Deathroot Locations
Deathroot is a rare item found in various locations throughout the Lands Between, generally in areas associated with undead or Those Who Live in Death. Common locations include:
- Deathtouched Catacombs (Limgrave): Located north of Stormveil Castle.
- Black Knife Catacombs (Liurnia of the Lakes): Located northeast of the Minor Erdtree.
- Stormfoot Catacombs (Limgrave): Located near the starting area.
- Hidden locations in Summonwater Village Outskirts.
- Defeating Tibia Mariner Bosses: Found in various locations like Summonwater Village, Liurnia of the Lakes, and Altus Plateau.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What exactly is Deathroot?
Deathroot is a key item in Elden Ring, specifically tied to the Beast Clergyman Gurranq and his associated questline. It is essentially a remnant of Those Who Live in Death and is consumed by Gurranq to sate his bestial hunger.
2. Why should I give Deathroot to Gurranq?
Giving Deathroot to Gurranq progresses his questline and rewards you with powerful Beast Incantations, which are useful for faith-based builds, as well as weapons and other helpful items. It’s a great way to expand your combat options.
3. How many pieces of Deathroot are there in the game?
There are nine pieces of Deathroot available in a single playthrough. Each one will reward you with something upon being given to Gurranq.
4. Does Gurranq attack me permanently?
No, Gurranq only attacks you initially. After dealing a small amount of damage to him, he will stop and become docile, allowing you to interact with him and offer him Deathroot. He will return to his docile state upon reloading the area if accidentally killed.
5. What are Beast Incantations, and why are they good?
Beast Incantations are a unique type of incantation that utilizes both faith and strength. They are often fast-casting, have short range, and deal significant physical damage, making them excellent for melee-focused faith builds. Examples include Bestial Sling and Bestial Vitality.
6. Can I skip Gurranq’s questline?
Yes, you can skip Gurranq’s questline, but you’ll miss out on valuable incantations and items. Completing the questline is highly recommended for players interested in faith-based builds.
7. What happens if I kill Gurranq?
If you manage to kill Gurranq, you’ll receive his Beast Eye and Beast Claw weapon. However, you’ll permanently lock yourself out of his questline and the rewards associated with it. It’s generally not recommended to kill him unless you’re intentionally going for a specific build.
8. Does giving Gurranq Deathroot affect the game’s ending?
No, giving Deathroot to Gurranq and completing his questline does not directly affect the game’s ending. However, it can provide you with powerful tools that might help you overcome challenges and reach different endings more easily.
9. What is the significance of the Bestial Sanctum?
The Bestial Sanctum is a sanctuary for beasts and a key location in Gurranq’s questline. It’s a relatively safe haven in the dangerous region of Dragonbarrow and serves as a hub for exchanging Deathroot for rewards.
10. Can I give Deathroot to anyone else?
No, Deathroot is specifically meant for Gurranq, Beast Clergyman. No other NPC in the game will accept it.
11. Is the Black Blade Kindred outside the Bestial Sanctum always there?
Yes, the Black Blade Kindred is a boss guarding the entrance to the Bestial Sanctum. He is always present and will attack you on sight. He is easily avoided if you just run past him, but is a mandatory encounter for 100% completion of the game as he guards the entrance to the Sanctum.
12. What level should I be to fight the Black Blade Kindred?
The Black Blade Kindred is a challenging enemy, best faced at a level of 80 or higher. However, skilled players can defeat him at lower levels, especially if utilizing spirit ashes or co-op partners. Ranged strategies are useful here, but be wary of his leaps.
13. How do I reset Gurranq if he becomes hostile again?
If Gurranq becomes hostile again after you’ve already calmed him down, it’s usually a sign that you’ve accidentally attacked him. Simply teleporting to another location and then returning to the Bestial Sanctum should reset his behavior. In extreme cases, resting at a Site of Grace may be required.
14. What is the best way to farm runes in Dragonbarrow?
Dragonbarrow is a high-level area, making it a good place to farm runes. One popular method is to repeatedly defeat the smaller dragons near the Fort Faroth Site of Grace. Another option is to clear out the groups of sleeping dragons using stealth and critical attacks. Remember to use items that boost rune acquisition, like the Gold Scarab Talisman.
15. Does Gurranq disappear after I give him all the Deathroot?
Yes, after you give Gurranq all nine pieces of Deathroot, he will eventually disappear from the Bestial Sanctum. He leaves behind the Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone, which is used to upgrade special weapons to the maximum level. This concludes his questline.