Golden Seeds
Golden Seeds are a vital collectible in Elden Ring, serving as the primary means to increase the number of charges your Sacred Flasks possess. Each Golden Seed you find allows you to upgrade your Flask of Crimson Tears (HP) or Flask of Cerulean Tears (FP) by one charge, directly enhancing your survivability and resource management throughout your perilous journey across the Lands Between.
The importance of Golden Seeds cannot be overstated. you'll encounter increasingly difficult enemies and bosses that demand more frequent healing and FP replenishment. Having more Flask charges means fewer trips back to a Site of Grace and a greater capacity to endure prolonged combat encounters. Therefore, actively seeking out these golden saplings is a crucial aspect of character progression.
Golden Seeds are typically found at the base of small, glowing golden saplings scattered throughout the open world. These saplings are often located near Sites of Grace, but can also be found in more hidden or dangerous areas. The number of Golden Seeds required to upgrade your Flasks increases with each subsequent upgrade, meaning you'll need to find more seeds as you progress further into the game.
Here are some key locations where you can find Golden Seeds early in your adventure:
- First Step Site of Grace (Limgrave): Just north of the first Site of Grace you discover, near a small cluster of trees.
- Gatefront Ruins (Limgrave): Within the ruins themselves, often near the center.
- Stormhill Shack (Limgrave): Near the Site of Grace at Stormhill Shack, overlooking the valley.
- Mistwood (Limgrave): In the Mistwood, often near minor ruins or along paths.
- Liurnia of the Lakes: Several can be found scattered throughout the region, particularly near Sites of Grace like the Liurnia Lower Lake Site of Grace.
To use a Golden Seed, you must visit a Site of Grace. Interact with the Site of Grace and select the option to "Attune Sacred Flask." From there, you can choose to increase the number of Flask charges using the Golden Seeds you have collected. It's highly recommended to prioritize finding and using Golden Seeds whenever possible to maximize your Flask capacity. Keep an eye out for these glowing saplings as you explore; they are your lifeline in the unforgiving Lands Between.