Elden Ring | Bernahl Questline & Location For Invasion

Knight Bernahl Quest is an NPC quest in Elden Ring. Includes Bernahl's location at Volcano Manor, Bernahl's quest invasion location in Farum Azula, Bernahl's letter & Bell Bearing!

Bernahl's Quest Location & Rewards

Appears On Limgrave's Warmaster's Shack

Map Location	NPC Location

Disappears When You Defeat The Boss Rykard

Bernahl will be gone from the Volcano Manor after reloading once you completed the Volcano Manor quests and defeated Rykard. If you can't find Bernahl in the Volcano Manor, you can still complete this quest event by defeating the Bernahl when he invades in Farum Azula.

Bernahl's Questline Strategy Chart

Questline Strategy Chart

1. Talk To Bernahl At Warmaster’s Shack

Map	NPC

Before becoming a member of Volcano Manor, go to Bernahl who can be found at Warmaster's Shack, located east of the Site of Grace's Stormhill Shack. You can buy Ashes of War by talking to him. The questline can proceed without problems even if you did not talk to Bernahl in Step 1. If you don't need Ashes of War, you can ignore it.

▼ Buy Ashes of War / Skill
2. Move To Volcano Manor On The Altus Plateau Volcano Manor


The Volcano Manor is located on a mountain northwest of the Altus Plateau, and you need the Dectus Medallion (left/right) to enter Altus Plateau.

Video Of How To Get To The Volcano Pavilion (Route To Climb The Volcano By Yourself)

1	Get Dectus Medallion (left/right) └ Dectus Medallion (Left), Fort Haight, Limgrave └ Dectus Medallion (Right) at Fort Faroth in Caelid
2	Entering Altus Plateau by raising Medallion at Grand Lift of Dectus
3	Go to Volcano Manor at any route └ Route to climb the volcano on your own. └ Route to receive an invitation from Rya └ [Not Recommended] Route going from Raya Lucaria Academy

3. Talk To Tanith And Select Become A Member Of Volcano Manor


Talk to NPC (Tanith) near the Site of Grace in Volcano Manor. When you choose become a member of Volcano Manor, the Questline will progress and you will be given a Drawing-Room Key.

4. Advance The Story To The Volcano Manor Questline And Defeat Rileigh

Map	NPC

▲ Pick up the Red Letter on the desk when you report Rileigh's defeat to Tanith.

Once you have become a member of Volcano Manor by talking to Tanith at Volcano Manor, proceed through the Volcano Manor Questline and defeat Rileigh. After defeating Rileigh, return to Volcano Manor and report to Tanith, then talk to Bernahl and select "I know".

Volcano Manor Questline Simplified Strategy Chart (To Rileigh)

1	Pick up letter at the Drawing-Room in Volcano Manor
2	The Red Letter will instruct you to defeat Istvan in North of the Warmaster's Shack in the Site of Grace in Limgrave.
3	After reporting to Tanith at Volcano Manor, pick up the next letter in the Drawing-Room.
4	The second letter instructs you to defeat Rileigh who is located in Altus Plateau and collect the Erdtree Seal Northeast of the Site of Grace. └ the Red Letter is located at the end of the Ravine
5	Report to Tanith at Volcano Manor and pick up the final Red Letter in Drawing-Room

5. Repeat Conversation → Rest At Site Of Grace Until Letter Is Received

Repeat Convo → Then Rest	Get A Letter From Bernahl

After defeating Rileigh, talk to Bernahl at Volcano Manor, then go to Site of Grace to rest, and after receiving a letter from Bernahl, move on to your next destination, Leyndell, Royal Capital.

Conversation About Obtaining The Letter To Bernahl

Convo 1	"I know" and "I don't know" options
Convo 2	Ashes of War will be available for purchase. ※After Istvan is killed, the variety of Ashes of War will increase. ▼ Increases the number of Ashes of War/Skill.
Convo 3	You'll get a Letter to Bernahl.

6. Defeat Vargram And Wilhelm


Leyndell, Royal Capital Guide	Red Summon Sign Location

▲Even if Bernahl is defeated during the battle, the questline can still proceed.

Once in Leyndell, Royal Capital, touch the red Summon Sign at the designated point to enter; fight with Bernahl to fight both Vargram and Wilhelm, and defeat the two targets to obtain the Raging Wolf Series of armor.

Route From Site Of Grace's Avenue Balcony To Red Summon Sign

Click Here For The Route To Site Of Grace's Avenue Balcony

Route To Site Of Grace's Avenue Balcony

7. Get Sorcery Gelmir's Fury From Bernahl


Return to Volcano Manor and talk to Bernahl to receive the Sorcery "Gelmir's Fury". It is recommended when going to an area where many mob enemies appear, as it is an excellent means of attacking multiple enemies around you at once.

8. Capture Leyndell, Royal Capital Of Altus Plateau


Godfrey Battle	Morgott Battle

▲After the boss Morgott, obtain the "Rold Medallion" in the Questline progression.

After getting the Sorcery from Bernahl, you'll have to go to Mountaintops of the Giants to proceed with Bernahl's Questline. To be able to go to Mountaintops of the Giants, you'll have to go through Leyndell, Royal Capital first, so defeat the bosses Godfrey & Margot the Omen King found there. Talk to Melina at the Site of Grace inside the boss room to get the Rold Medallion to proceed to the Mountaintops of the Giants.

Note That Some Items Will No Longer Be Available



If you beat Farum Azula's Maliketh, the Black Blade, Leyndell, Royal Capital turns into Leyndell, Ashen Capital. There are some items from the Royal Capital that will no longer be obtainable in the Ashen Capital, so you should search for those items well while you can still get them at this stage

The Shortest Route To The Battle Of Godfrey

The Shortest Route To The Battle Of Morgott

9. Defeat Juno Hoslow In The Mountaintops Of The Giants


Mountaintops of the Giants Guide	Location of the Red Summon Sign

While picking up the Red Letter in Volcano Manor, Juno Hoslow’s red Summon Sign will appear northwest of the Mountaintops of the Giants. You can enter the Mountaintops of the Giants by moving the Grand Lift of Rold at the easternmost side of Altus Plateau, so after defeating Juno Hoslow, head back to Volcano Manor and report to Tanith.

Drop	Hoslow's Petal Whip Hoslow Armor Set
Reward for reporting	Taker's Cameo Talisman

10. Defeat The Hidden Boss Rykard Of Volcano Manor


Report to Juno Hoslow and select "See the Lord" to be transported to the Site of Grace near the location of the boss Rykard.

11. Talk With Bernahl At Volcano Manor


After defeating Rykard, talk to Bernahl in Volcano Manor. After the conversation, Bernahl will disappear from Volcano Manor after loading.

Even If Bernahl Disappears, Ashes Of War Can Still Be Purchased



When the boss Rykard is defeated, Bernahl disappears from Volcano Manor, but Ashes of War can be purchased by examining the sword in the place where Bernahl was. If you need Ashes of War, check Bernahl's sword and buy it.

12. Defeat The Fire Giant Boss In Mountaintops Of The Giants

Map Location	Fire Giant Battle

After Bernahl is gone from Volcano Manor, head to the Forge of the Giants, Southwest of the Mountaintops of the Giants. The boss Fire Giant will appear along the way, so defeat him and move to the Site of Grace in the Forge of the Giants.

13. Defeat The Boss Godskin Duo Of Farum Azula

How To Get To Farum Azula	Godskin Duo Map Location

The area around the Crumbling Farum Azula is where you'll be automatically moved by causing an event with Melina at the Titan's Fire Cauldron after defeating the Fire Giants. Once you arrive at Farum Azula, attack the dungeon and defeat the boss, Godskin Duo.

Site Of Grace From The Overlooking Tornado To Site Of Grace Before The Boss

Route From The First Site Of Grace To The Tempest-facing Balcony

Crumbling Beast Grave To Crumbling Beast Grave Depths

▲ Follow the road to find the Site of Grace Crumbling Beast Grave.

From Crumbling Beast Grave Depths To Rooftops Overlooking Tornadoes

14. Defeat Bernahl Who Invaded In Farum Azula


Boss Battle ~ Beside the Great Bridge	Beside the Great Bridge - Active Point

There is a room where you can climb the stairs from the Site of Grace beside the Great Bridge of Farum Azula and proceed to the left. Bernahl appears in front of the room with the Old Lord’s Talisman and when you defeat him, you will be able to obtain his Armor Set and the Devourer's Scepter.

Site Of Grace Beside The Great Bridge To Bernahl's Break-in Point

Route From Boss Battle To Site Of Grace Beside The Great Bridge

From Dragon Temple Altar To Dragon Temple Rooftop

Dragon Temple Rooftop To Beside The Great Bridge

What To Do When Bernahl Doesn't Invade

You Will Be Able To Invade After Updating The Game



Previously, there was a problem that Bernahl would not invade after defeating the boss "Maliketh, the Black Blade" in Farum Azula, but this was fixed in the 3/17 update, and the strategy team has confirmed that Bernahl will invade even after Maliketh is defeated. If Bernahl does not invade after Maliketh is defeated, make sure to update the game.

If Bernahl Returns To His World, Rest At Site Of Grace



If you go back near the ladder after Bernahl's invasion, Bernahl will go back to his original world and disappear. If Bernahl goes back to his original world, rest at the Site of Grace once to get him to appear at the same place.

Ashes Of War (Skill) Available From Bernahl

Initial Sale

Name	Requied Ability/ Acquisition
Stamp (Upward Cut)	[Available Weapons] Sword / Ax / Hammer * Excluding small / medium-sized swords [Skill Effect] Brace armament and step into a low stance that prevents recoil from most enemy attacks.Follow up with a strong attack for an upward strike.
Kick	[Available Weapons] Can be used with all melee weapons [Skill Effect] Push an enemy back with a high kick. Effective against enemies who are guarding, and can break a foe's stance.
Endure	[Available Weapons] Can be used with all melee weapons [Skill Effect] Assume an anchored stance to brace for incoming attacks, briefly boosting poise. Damage taken while using this skill is reduced.
War Cry	[Available Weapons] Can be used with melee weapons * Excluding daggers / swords / whips [Skill Effect] Give a war cry to rally the spirit and increase attack power.While active, strong attacks change to charging attacks.
Spinning Slash	[Available Weapons] Can be used with swords / axes / long-handled weapons * Excluding oversized weapons [Skill Effect] Skill favored by dexterous warriors. Slash foes as your body spins. Additional input allows for a follow-up attack.
Impaling Thrust	[Available Weapons] Can be used with piercing weapons * Excluding oversized weapons [Skill Effect] Skill that lets piercing armaments overcome enemy shields. Build power, then lunge forward for a long thrust that pierces an enemy's guard.
Quickstep	[Available Weapons] Can be used with all melee weapons [Skill Effect] The maneuver of those who fight with agility and disturbance. Move quickly in steps. When the target is fixed, it wraps around.
Storm Blade	[Available Weapons] Can be used with a sword * Excluding oversized / double-edged swords [Skill Effect] Lost skill of Stormveil. Surround armament with shearing storm winds that can be fired forward. Can be fired in rapid succession.
Parry	[Available Weapons] Can be used with daggers / curved swords / swords / fists / claws / small shields / medium shields [Skill Effect] Use this skill in time with a foe's melee attack to deflect it and break that foe's stance. This provides an opening to perform a critical hit.
No Skills	[Available Weapons] Can be used with Shields / Torches [Skill Effect] This weapon has no maneuver. If the other weapon has combat maneuvers, it will always be used

Ashes Of War Added After Defeating Old Knight Istvan

Name	Required Ability/How to Get
Eruption	[Available Weapons] Can be used with large / oversized swords / axes / mallets [Skill Effect] A lava is formed on the ground where the weapon is struck, and it is blown up with pulling out.
Assassin's Gambit	[Available Weapons] Can be used with small / medium-sized straight swords / swords [Skill Effect] The appearance of the user becomes invinsible and silences footsteps.