Unlocking Golden Order Incantations: A Tarnished’s Guide to the Golden Order Principia

You can give the Golden Order Principia to either Brother Corhyn or Miriel, Pastor of Vows (the giant tortoise with a hat, located in the Church of Vows in Liurnia of the Lakes). Giving it to either of these “learned clerics” will unlock the ability to purchase Golden Order Incantations from them, allowing you to expand your arsenal of faith-based spells in Elden Ring. The choice is yours as the outcome is the same!

Understanding the Golden Order Principia

The Golden Order Principia is a prayerbook in Elden Ring, specifically containing knowledge of Golden Order Incantations. These incantations generally focus on dealing holy damage, boosting defenses, and countering specific enemy types. Obtaining the Principia is a crucial step for players building faith-based characters, especially those who want to specialize in the unique power of the Golden Order.

Locating the Golden Order Principia

The Golden Order Principia is found within the Prison Town Church in the Mountaintops of the Giants. You’ll see a corpse on a chair suspended from the ceiling, with an item floating on it. This item is the Golden Order Principia. Be careful, as this area is often guarded by enemies, including powerful magic users.

Brother Corhyn vs. Miriel, Pastor of Vows: Who to Choose?

The good news is, there’s no significant difference in the outcome of giving the Golden Order Principia to either Brother Corhyn or Miriel. Both will unlock the same incantations for purchase. The decision ultimately comes down to your personal preference:

• Brother Corhyn: A dedicated and somewhat naive follower of Goldmask, Corhyn offers a more traditional and arguably more challenging questline. However, his location changes throughout the game as you progress, which may make Miriel a more consistent choice.
• Miriel, Pastor of Vows: A peaceful and stationary NPC in the Church of Vows, Miriel offers respec options (using Larval Tears) and teaches sorceries and incantations. Choosing Miriel provides a convenient one-stop-shop for your magical needs, and is always in the same location.

Essentially, if you prefer consistency and access to respecs in one location, Miriel is the ideal choice. If you’re invested in Brother Corhyn’s quest and don’t mind tracking him down, he’s equally viable.

Incantations Unlocked by the Golden Order Principia

Once you hand over the Golden Order Principia, you’ll be able to purchase the following incantations:

• Law of Regression: Cures all status ailments and dispels certain magical effects in a wide area. Essential for solving puzzles and countering specific enemy buffs.
• Law of Causality: Enchants the caster to inflict damage on enemies who attack them a certain amount of times.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Where can I find Brother Corhyn?

After initially meeting him at the Roundtable Hold, Corhyn moves to the Altus Plateau, north of the Altus Highway Junction Site of Grace. Later, he moves again, this time near the Minor Erdtree Church west of Leyndell. After Leyndell becomes the Capital of Ash, he can be found within the ruins near Goldmask.

2. Where is Miriel, Pastor of Vows located?

Miriel is always located in the Church of Vows in the eastern part of Liurnia of the Lakes, easily identifiable by its giant tortoise form.

3. What are prayerbooks used for in Elden Ring?

Prayerbooks contain knowledge of specific incantations. Giving them to learned clerics like Brother Corhyn or Miriel unlocks those incantations for purchase.

4. What happens if I kill Brother Corhyn?

Killing Brother Corhyn will not mark you as a sinner. However, you will forfeit the opportunity to complete his questline and purchase incantations from him. He drops Corhyn’s Bell Bearing, which can be given to the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold to purchase his initial incantations.

5. Can I give multiple prayerbooks to the same cleric?

Yes, you can give multiple prayerbooks to either Brother Corhyn or Miriel. Each prayerbook unlocks a new set of incantations.

6. What is the best Sacred Seal for Golden Order Incantations?

The Erdtree Seal is generally considered the best sacred seal for faith builds due to its superior faith scaling. The Golden Order Seal is also an excellent option for faith/intelligence hybrid builds, as it scales with both attributes.

7. What stat do Golden Order Incantations scale with?

Golden Order Incantations primarily scale with Faith, but some also require investment in Intelligence.

8. How many endings are there in Elden Ring?

There are multiple endings in Elden Ring, determined by the choices you make throughout the game. These include the default Elden Lord ending and several “Age of…” endings. One of the endings is the Perfect Order Ending, which requires completing Brother Corhyn’s questline and obtaining the Mending Rune of Perfect Order.

9. Where do I find the Two Fingers’ Prayerbook?

The Two Fingers’ Prayerbook is found on the first floor of the Fortified Manor in Leyndell, Royal Capital.

10. Is it possible to miss out on prayerbooks?

Yes, it is possible to miss out on prayerbooks. Some prayerbooks are located in areas that become inaccessible after certain story events.

11. What happens if I progress too far in the story?

Progressing too far in the story can lock you out of certain areas and quests, potentially preventing you from obtaining specific prayerbooks or completing NPC questlines. Be sure to explore thoroughly and speak to NPCs frequently.

12. Where does Goldmask go after Leyndell?

After leaving Leyndell, Brother Corhyn and the Noble Goldmask relocate to the Mountaintops of the Giants.

13. What is the Tonic of Forgetfulness used for?

The Tonic of Forgetfulness is primarily used in Rya’s questline at Volcano Manor. It can also be given to Brother Corhyn, however, he will reject it.

14. What are Ashes of War and how do they work?

Ashes of War are items that allow you to change the skill and affinity of your weapons. Different affinities change the scaling of your weapon to suit your build.

15. Where can I learn more about the design and mechanics of Elden Ring?

To understand the complexities and profound educational applications of games like Elden Ring, explore the Games Learning Society at https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/. This is the place to learn about the research on how games can be used for learning. GamesLearningSociety.org is an amazing resource!

By understanding the Golden Order Principia and the roles of Brother Corhyn and Miriel, you can effectively enhance your faith build and delve deeper into the lore of Elden Ring. Good luck, Tarnished, and may the Golden Order guide your path!