Nightreign is the first major expansion for Elden Ring, taking Tarnished warriors into a realm of perpetual darkness. This guide covers everything you need to conquer the Umbral Vale and defeat the final boss.
What's new in Nightreign?
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Map size
Roughly 40% of the Limgrave region
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New weapons
22 (including 8 legendary armaments)
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New bosses
14 (8 mandatory, 6 optional)
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New armor sets
9 (plus 3 unique helms)
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New mechanics
Light/dark cycle, umbral crafting
How to access the DLC
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Defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood
Defeat Mohg, Lord of Blood in the underground Mohgwyn Palace.
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Interact with the Umbral Mirror
Interact with the new Umbral Mirror that appears behind his throne.
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Recommended level
Recommended level: 120+ (150+ for New Game Plus)
Nightreign boss difficulty ranking
| Rank | Boss | Location | Difficulty |
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| 1 | The Umbra | Obsidian Peaks | ★★★★★ |
| 2 | Lady Vanta | Citadel of Noctis | ★★★★☆ |
| 3 | Crystalline Hydra | Silverfen Mire | ★★★☆☆ |
Key items not to miss
These rare finds are easy to overlook but make a massive difference:
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Lumencraft Torch
Reveals hidden paths and weakens shadow enemies
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Umbral Tear
Allows spirit summons during the final boss fight
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Moonless Prayer Book
Unlocks powerful dark incantations