Follow this Elden Ring guide to find Sorcerer Rogier in Stormveil Castle and Roundtable Hold, defeat the Ulcerated Tree Spirit, and obtain the Black Knifeprint.
Walkthrough
- 1First Meeting - Stormveil Castle: Reach the Rampart Tower Site of Grace. Head right along the rooftops and drop down through an open window to find Sorcerer Rogier. He will offer to sell Sorcery-based Ash of Wars. After defeating Godrick the Grafted, he will move to Roundtable Hold.
- 2Items for Sale in Stormveil Castle:
- Ash of War: Glintstone Pebble (1500 Runes)
- 3Ash of War: Carian Greatsword (2500 Runes)
- 4Ash of War: Spinning Weapon (1000 Runes)
- 5Second Meeting - Roundtable Hold: Rogier relocates to Roundtable Hold, near the balcony. To advance his quest, return to Stormveil Castle.
- 6Defeat the Ulcerated Tree Spirit: From the Liftside Chamber Site of Grace, go west through a small door, down stairs, and over rooftops. Jump onto overhangs, defeat bats, and proceed south then east to a chamber with tree branches and water. Defeat the Ulcerated Tree Spirit.
- 7Obtain the Clue: At the back of the cavern, examine the pool of blood in front of the remains of a giant creature.
- 8Return to Rogier: Go back to Roundtable Hold and speak with Rogier. You can ask him about the creature's remains.
- 9Speak with Fia: Have Fia hold you to discuss a secret. She will give you the Knifeprint Clue.
- 10Black Knife Catacombs: Travel to the far northeast corner of Liurnia of the Lakes to find the Black Knife Catacombs.
- 11Navigate the Catacombs: Progress through the catacombs until you reach guillotine blades. Ride the middle blade up. Defeat the necromancer, follow the path, and defeat another necromancer.
- 12Find the Hidden Passage: Slash the wall at the far end to reveal a hidden passage. Summon D if available.
- 13Defeat the Black Knife Assassin: Defeat the boss to obtain the Black Knifeprint.
- 14Third Meeting - Roundtable Hold: Return to Roundtable Hold and give the Black Knifeprint to Rogier. Leave and return to speak with him again. He will mention Ranni.
- 15Visit Fia: Before leaving Roundtable Hold, speak with Fia to receive a Sacrificial Twig.
- 16Speak to Ranni: Travel to Caria Manor in northwest Liurnia. After defeating Loretta, proceed north to Three Sisters and find Ranni's Rise. Speak with Ranni the Witch about the Cursemark.
- 17Return to Rogier: Go back to Rogier at Roundtable Hold. He will ask you to enter Ranni's service.
- 18Final Meeting - Roundtable Hold: Return to Ranni and enter her service. Then, go back to Rogier. He will state he fears a long slumber. Refresh Roundtable Hold to find him asleep. He will pass away, leaving behind his Spellblade Set, Rogier’s Bell Bearing, and Rogier’s Letter.
Tips
- Summon D for the Black Knife Assassin fight if he is available.
- Rogier sells Ash of War: Glintstone Pebble (1500 Runes), Ash of War: Carian Greatsword (2500 Runes), and Ash of War: Spinning Weapon (1000 Runes) while in Stormveil Castle.
- After defeating the Ulcerated Tree Spirit, examine the pool of blood to get a clue.
- Fia gives you the Knifeprint Clue after you speak with her about Rogier's circumstances.
- Rogier's questline continues with his letter, pointing to D's twin brother in Nokron.
- Spellblade Set
- Rogier’s Bell Bearing
- Rogier’s Letter
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