Early in the Elden Ring Shadow of the Earth Tree DLC, there are NPCs with quest lines that can be easily missed if you reach a certain point in the DLC’s gameplay. This video by DPJ covers the point of no return and provides details on the NPCs and quests you need to complete before reaching that point.
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Key Takeaways:
- Multiple NPCs with quest lines can be found early in the DLC.
- Completing these quests before the point of no return is crucial.
- Some quests can reward specific items.
- Certain choices in the quest lines can affect whether NPCs become allies or foes in a boss fight.
The Point of No Return and NPC Quests:
There is a point of no return in the DLC that is related to certain NPCs and their quests. Burning a specific tree marks this point, but it doesn’t drastically change the open world or lock you out of areas. However, it can affect the availability of NPC quests and their associated loot. It is recommended to complete the following NPC quests before reaching this point:
- Interact with Needle Knight Leer.
- Speak to Red M Freya and Horn Sent at the Free Path Cross Grace.
- Speak to Sir ANS Batch and More at the Main Gate Cross Grace.
- Find and speak to Folia at the Pillar Path Cross Grace site.
- Interact with Dry Leaf Dane, but first obtain the Made the Best Win gesture.
Other Affected Quests:
There are a couple of other short quests that are affected by the point of no return. These include the Horn Sent Grandam quest and the Fire Knight Quine fight. Aon’s Quest, as well as J and Yolen’s Quests, are not affected by the point of no return. It is still recommended to start these quests before reaching the point of no return to ensure you don’t miss out on any rewards.
