This article dives into the best ways to level up in Elden Ring Nightreign. Learn how to level up, where to do it, what Runes you need, and reaching the max level.
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Best Tips for Leveling Up
Defeat Bosses in Various Locations
A quick way to level up in Elden Ring Nightreign is hunting the bosses scattered around the map. They drop more Runes than weaker foes, and you'll pick up weapons and Dormant Power as well.
List of All BossesMove as a Pack
In Elden Ring Nightreign, defeating enemies will automatically share Rune drops with all allies instantly. However, if you get separated from your allies, those boss fights may drag on and slow your team down.
Increase Acquired Runes
Some items, talismans, relics, and Dormant Powers boost the runes you collect. Use them during the early to mid-game to level up quicker.
It's Important Not to Die
When you die and your teammate can't revive you, you lose your Runes and drop a level. You can run back to the spot where you fell or hunt down the enemy that beat you to recover those items, including your lost level. However, if you die again before you get a chance to grab them, those Runes are gone for good.
Death Penalty GuideYou Won't Drop More Than 2 Levels
When you die, you lose one level, and even if you keep dying, you'll never drop more than two levels from your previous death.
Best Ways and Locations to Level Up
Consume Runes at a Site of Grace
| Controls | Approach a Site of Grace, press △, then ✕ to level up |
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Leveling up can be done by interacting with a Site of Grace and consuming Runes by pressing the △ button. Runes can be earned by defeating enemies.
How to Earn and Use RunesCheck Site of Grace Locations on the Map
Open your map to find Sites of Grace, these are spots where you can level up. Head for those marked with the icon shown above, and remember that some only appear after you defeat a boss.
How to Read the Map GuideHow to Level Up at the Sparring Grounds
| Controls | Press the touchpad to adjust your level |
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In the Sparring Grounds, press the touchpad and choose the level you want. If you’re testing high-rarity weapons, adjust your level before equipping it.
Sparring Grounds - Location & FeaturesList of Required Runes to Max Your Level
| Level | Required Runes | Total Runes |
|---|---|---|
| Lv1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lv2 | 3,698 | 3,698 |
| Lv3 | 7,922 | 11,620 |
| Lv4 | 12,348 | 23,968 |
| Lv5 | 18,978 | 42,946 |
| Lv6 | 21,818 | 64,764 |
| Lv7 | 26,869 | 91,633 |
| Lv8 | 32,137 | 123,770 |
| Lv9 | 37,624 | 161,394 |
| Lv10 | 43,335 | 204,729 |
| Lv11 | 49274 | 254,003 |
| Lv12 | 55,439 | 309,442 |
| Lv13 | 61,840 | 371,282 |
| Lv14 | 68,479 | 439,761 |
| Lv15 | 75,358 | 515,119 |
Max Level is 15
The maximum level you can reach in Elden Ring Nightreign is level 15. The total number of Runes required to max your level is "515,119".
Benefits of Leveling Up
Stats Increase Automatically
Leveling up automatically boosts your stats, unlike the first Elden Ring game. In Nightreign, you don’t have to pick which ones to raise. Plus, each stat comes with its own perks:
| Benefits per Stat | |
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| Strength | Increases the attack power of heavy weapons. |
| Dexterity | Increases the attack power of advanced weapons. |
| Intelligence | Increases the attack power of Sorcery. |
| Faith | Increases the attack power and Heal potency of Incantations |
| Arcane | Increases the attack power of certain Sorceries and Incantations Increases buildup of all status effects. |
You'll Feel Stronger by Just Gaining 1 Level
One cool thing about this game is that even one level up can give you a big boost. For example, going from level 1 to level 2 doubles your HP, which makes fights much easier to handle, and since leveling up happens instantly, don’t forget to interact with a Site of Grace whenever you pass one.
Stats Increases Are Different for Every Character
When you level up, each character gets different stat boosts. The system is designed so the stats that match your character's natural traits get the boost that they'll need.
All Classes (Playable Characters) ListMore Weapons Become Usable
Remember that each weapon and piece of equipment comes with a level requirement based on its rarity. Items with unique skills usually demand even higher levels, so keep that in mind.
| Required Level by Rarity | |
|---|---|
| White Border (Common) | None |
| Blue Border (Uncommon) | Level 3 |
| Purple Border (Rare) | Level 7 |
| Yellow Border (Legendary) | Level 10 |
Elden Ring Nightreign Related Guides
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Growth & Farming
| How to Level Up | Rune Farming |
| Murk Guide |
Roundtable Hold Related
| Roundtable Hold Functions | How to Get Relics |
| Sparring Grounds Functions | Small Jar Bazaar |
| Vessels | How to Get and Change Skins |
Combat & Field
Shifting Earth
| List of Shifting Earth Types | The Crater |
| Mountaintop | Rotted Woods |
System & Settings
Other Useful Info
| How to Enter Product Codes | DLC Information Summary |
| Latest Update Information | Latest Maintenance Information |
