Important Notes

Important Notes for Elden Ring

This section contains critical information every player should know before diving deep into the Lands Between. Ignoring these notes can lead to irreversible mistakes, wasted hours, or a frustrating experience. Read carefully.

⚠️ Warnings & Pitfalls

• Do NOT attack NPCs indiscriminately. Aggroing a friendly NPC like the Merchant at the Church of Elleh or the blacksmith at Roundtable Hold will make them hostile permanently (unless you absolve sins at the Church of Vows, which costs a rare item). Killing key NPCs can lock you out of quests, items, or endings.


• Beware of traps disguised as items. Sparkly items on the ground are sometimes bait for traps (e.g., chest mimics, spike traps, or teleport traps). Always be cautious, especially in dungeons.


• Fall damage is lethal. The game does not have a safety net. A drop that looks survivable might kill you instantly. Test short drops first, or use the "Soft Cotton" item to reduce fall damage temporarily.


• Beware of "Grafted Scion" at the start. The tutorial boss after the first grace is very tough for a new player. It is intentionally difficult; you can choose to die to it to progress, or defeat it for a good early weapon. Dying is the intended path.


• Do not rush to fight the Tree Sentinel. The golden knight on horseback outside the first church is a classic FromSoftware bait. He is level 40+ difficulty. Skip him and return later.

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