Nokron, the Eternal City, is a breathtaking and ancient metropolis hidden deep beneath the Lands Between. This subterranean marvel is a testament to a lost civilization, filled with unique enemies, powerful artifacts, and crucial lore that sheds light on the Shattering.
Accessing Nokron
Nokron is accessed after defeating Starscourage Radahn in Caelid. His defeat causes a star to fall from the sky, creating a massive crater in the Limgrave region, near Fort Haight. Descending into this crater will lead you to the entrance of Nokron.
Navigating the Eternal City
Nokron is a sprawling, multi-tiered city with a distinct architectural style. You'll encounter several new and challenging enemies:
- Silver Tears: Shapeshifting enemies that can mimic other creatures and even the player.
- Mimics: Chests that transform into hostile enemies.
- Ancestral Followers: Ranged enemies that can be dangerous in groups.
- Omen: Powerful, hulking enemies that are often found guarding important areas.
- Black Knife Assassins: Elite enemies that can inflict the 'Death Blight' status effect.
Key Locations and Discoveries
Nokron is filled with secrets and valuable items:
- Sites of Grace: Several Sites of Grace are present, offering respite and fast travel points.
- Spirit Ashes: The Mimic Tear Ashes, one of the most powerful Spirit Ashes in the game, can be found here.
- Talismans: The Ancestral Spirit's Horn and the Great-Jar's Arsenal are among the valuable talismans you can find.
- Weapons and Armor: Unique weapons and armor sets are scattered throughout the city.
- Lore Items: Numerous item descriptions and environmental details provide crucial lore about the Golden Order and the events leading to the Shattering.
The Path to the Fingerslayer Blade
Your primary objective in Nokron is to retrieve the Fingerslayer Blade. This questline involves navigating through the city, overcoming its guardians, and eventually reaching the Night's Sacred Ground. Here, you will face a significant boss encounter.
Boss Encounter: Mimic Tear
The Mimic Tear boss is a unique encounter where the boss copies your character's current build, equipment, and even your Spirit Ashes. This fight can be incredibly challenging or surprisingly easy depending on your own loadout. It's recommended to unequip certain powerful items or Spirit Ashes before engaging if you find it too difficult.
Boss Encounter: Regal Ancestor Spirit
After obtaining the Fingerslayer Blade, you will eventually reach the Ancestral Woods and face the Regal Ancestor Spirit. This boss is a more challenging variant of the Ancestor Spirit found in Siofra River, requiring careful dodging and strategic use of your Spirit Ashes.
Nokron, Eternal City, is a pivotal area in Elden Ring's narrative and progression. Its exploration is essential for advancing the questlines of key characters and uncovering the deep lore of the Lands Between.