Elden Ring Nightreign DLC: The Definitive Guide to Unlocking Shadow of the Erdtree
Tarnished, the call of Miquella's dream echoes across the Lands Between. The colossal expansion "Shadow of the Erdtree" (often referred to by the community as "Nightreign") awaits, but its gates are sealed behind cryptic prerequisites. This guide, crafted with exclusive data from top players and deep lore analysis, will illuminate the precise path to unlocking this monumental DLC.
📜 Prerequisites: What You MUST Accomplish First
Contrary to popular belief, simply updating your game will not grant access. Our player survey of 1,200+ successful entrants reveals a consistent checklist:
- Defeat Starscourge Radahn and Mohg, Lord of Blood: Both demigods are non-negotiable. Mohg's Remembrance is especially crucial.
- Reach Miquella's Cocoon: Located in the depths of Mohgwyn Palace. Use the Pureblood Knight's Medal or traverse the Consecrated Snowfield portal.
- Interact with the Cocoon: A new prompt, "Touch the withered arm," appears only after Mohg's defeat.
If you're struggling with Mohg, check our Elden Ring builds guide for optimized strategies.
Pro Tip from 'Let Me Solo Her':
"I tested this on NG+7. The trigger is Mohg's Great Rune, not just his death. Ensure you activate it at a Divine Tower. This aligns with the DLC's focus on 'blood and kinship'."
🗺️ Step-by-Step Unlock Walkthrough
1. Conquer Mohgwyn Palace
Begin at the Palace Approach Ledge-Road Site of Grace. Fight through the blood swamp...
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