The First Steps: dont miss the combat tutorial!
Elden Rings wide-open design philosophy is present right from the very start.
In front of you is a door that leads up into the open world.
On your right is a dark, scary pit that hosts the games combat tutorial.
Have a chat with the ghostly NPC, then jump down the hole.
Varre also explains the guidance of Grace.
Youll notice golden trails coming off of some sites of Grace in Elden Ring.
These point you towards major objectives, for both the main story and various side quests.
For now, were going to follow them.
That’s because Melina will only appear once you’ve discovered three overland Sites Of Grace.
I recommend adding it to your pouch, in the top right corner of the pause screen.
If youre following along though, you’re free to pick it up now.
Speak to her, and say yes when she asks if you are able to summon Torrent.
Shell then hand you the Spirit Summoning Bell.
However, at some point (its currently unclear when exactly), Renna will stop appearing.
Continue exploring, and Melina will eventually appear at a Grace and teleport you here.
As best as I can tell in my testing, just exploring will eventually get you there.
The first is right by the Gatefront Site of Grace, where we met Melina.
Map fragments are marked by an icon on the incomplete map, circled in the image above.
Youll find each fragment on identical stone monoliths, with a small pedastal at their base.
Once youve acquired Torrent, the Spirit Bell, and a map, youre ready to explore.
It may involve some trial and error, but thats the beauty of Elden Ring.
If you follow the guidance of Grace from the Gatefront, youll find yourself riding straight into Stormveil Castle.
Here youll meetMargit, the Fell Omen,Elden Rings first major boss.
If youre brand new to the series, youre likely to get your butt kicked.
I recommend you listen.
Level up, try out some new weapons, andupgrade them with smithing stones.
Or, head south to explore a new area.
Visit the Weeping Peninsula
In southern Limgrave youll find a fortified bridge to the Weeping Peninsula.
This is a fantastic place to explore while you level up and prepare to take on Margit.
Think of the Weeping Peninsula like an extended warm-up zone for the rest of the game.
Journey through the Peninsula and Limgrave at your own pace until you feel ready to give Margit a shot.
That wraps up our guide on what to do first in Elden Ring.
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