What to do on Day 1 and Day 2 in Elden Ring Nightreign. Guide includes the location you should go on Day 1 & 2 and the strategies & target levels.
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Day 1 Location and Strategies
Day 1 Strategies and Target Level
| Target Level When Reaching the Boss | Level 6 or higher |
|---|
- Check the map and decide on a route.
*Confirm the location of Churches to determine a general route. - Aim for level 3 near the Drop Point.
- Collect Sacred Flasks at Churches while heading to the central Castle.
- Clear easy Ruins and Campsites along the way.
- If there's a Great Church en route, collect a Stonesword Key. - Check the enemy layout at the central Castle.
*After the first contraction, if the Castle is within the Safe Zone, you can attempt to clear it. - Head towards the final safe zone while dealing with Mob enemies and bosses.
*Don't forget to level up before the boss fight. - Defeat the Day 1 boss.
For Day 1 in Nightreign, it's recommended to collect two Sacred Flasks, pass through the central Castle, deal with Mob enemies and bosses, then aim for the final destination. Reaching level 6 or higher before the Day 1 boss fight will make the battle easier.
Day 1 Recommended Places
| Location | Priority |
|---|---|
| ▼Church (Sacred Flask) | [Priority]★★★★★ - Increases survival rate by increasing Sacred Flasks. - Must visit at least 2 locations. |
| ▼Camp - Ruins | [Priority]★★★★☆ - Use for leveling up. - Can also aim for Affinity weapons. |
| ▼Great Church (Stonesword Key) | [Priority]★★★☆☆ - Secure Stonesword Keys for Evergaols. - Always visit if nearby. |
| ▼Central Castle | [Priority]★★☆☆☆ - Aim to clear if it's within the safe zone after the first shrink. - Recommended when enemy layout includes Crucible Knights. - It's okay to save it for Day 2 if it's too difficult. |
Always Collect Sacred Flasks at Churches
On Day 1, be sure to visit two Churches to increase your maximum number of Sacred Flasks to 5. Increasing the number of usable Sacred Flasks significantly boosts your survival rate, making Churches a top priority.
Level Up at Campsite and Ruins
Defeat bosses in Campsite or Ruins that you can visit while moving to the safe zone to level up. You can also aim for weapons with elemental weaknesses, so check the Affinity icons on the map and go for them. However, if a boss takes too long or is a difficult enemy, it's okay to skip them and prioritize collecting Stonesword Keys.
Collect Stonesword Keys
If you pass near a Great Church while traveling, be sure to collect only the Stonesword Key. Stonesword Keys can often be found in treasure chests near the altar of a Great Church. You can significantly power up by leveling up, obtaining High Rare equipment, and acquiring Dormant Power in Evergaols.
Central Castle if it's in the Safe Zone
After the first Shrink, if the central Castle is within the safe zone and the enemy layout primarily consists of Crucible Knights or Lost Knights, you can attempt to clear the Castle on Day 1. If it seems to risky, it's fine to save it for Day 2. Also, if the enemies are Trolls, it can take a long time to defeat them, so it's better to save it for Day 2.
Day 2 Location and Strategies
Day 2 Strategies and Target Level
| Target Level When Reaching the Boss | Level 12 or higher |
|---|
- Prioritize defeating nearby Formidable Great Enemies.
- If you haven't cleared the Central Castle, head there.
*If there's a Shifting Earth, clearing that is also an option. - Head towards the final safe zone while visiting bosses, Evergaols, etc.
- If there are Churches en route, always collect Sacred Flasks. - Defeat the Day 2 boss.
The main strategy for Day 2 in Nightreign is to defeat Formidable Great Enemies. Strengthen your Forces by visiting the Central Castle and Evergaols along the way, and collect Sacred Flasks. Reaching level 12 or higher before the Day 2 boss fight will make the battle considerably easier.
Day 2 Recommended Places
| Location | Priority |
|---|---|
| ▼Formidable Great Enemy | [Priority]★★★★★ - Obtain a large amount of Runes. - Obtain High Rare equipment and Dormant Power. |
| ▼Church (Sacred Flask) | [Priority]★★★★★ - Increases survival rate by increasing Sacred Flasks. - Always visit if en route. |
| ▼Central Castle | [Priority]★★★★☆ - Level up and collect equipment. - Especially recommended if it has a Crucible Knight layout. |
| ▼Evergaol | [Priority]★★★☆☆ - Obtain a large amount of Runes. - Obtain High Rare equipment and Dormant Power. *Prioritize if you have Stonesword Keys. |
| ▼Shifting Earth | [Priority]★★★☆☆ - Obtain a large amount of Runes. - Obtain High Rare equipment and Dormant Power. - Gain benefits specific to each Shifting Earth. |
Defeat Formidable Great Enemies to Level Up
On Day 2, focus on defeating "Formidable Great Enemies," which are indicated by red boss icons on the map. Many of these bosses are very strong and troublesome, but in return, the amount of Runes you can obtain is large, and the equipment and Dormant Power you can acquire are often powerful.
Continue to Collect Sacred Flasks
While defeating Formidable Great Enemies, if there are any unvisited Churches nearby, be sure to collect Sacred Flasks. The more Sacred Flasks you have, the easier it will be to progress, so actively collect them.
Level Up & Obtain Equipment at the Central Castle
If you didn't clear the central Castle on Day 1, do so on Day 2. You can earn a large amount of Runes by defeating bosses and Great Enemies one after another. Additionally, acquiring Dormant Power from multiple bosses and collecting treasure chests will lead to strengthening your Forces.
Level Up & Obtain Equipment at Evergaols
If you have Stonesword Keys, be sure to visit Evergaols as well. You can obtain a large amount of Runes, High Rare equipment, and Dormant Power.
Significantly Strengthen Forces with Shifting Earth
Once Day 2 begins and your level is sufficiently high, you can also try tackling Shifting Earth events. By obtaining the benefit from each Shifting Earth, you can significantly strengthen your Forces. Clearing Shifting Earth events often takes time, so decide whether to tackle them or not while considering the location of the final safe zone and travel time.
Elden Ring Nightreign Related Guides
Beginner Tips
| Early Game Guide | Missable Contents |
| Best Characters for Beginners | Tutorial Guide |
| How To Emote Guide | Is there Penalty for Leaving the Game? |
| Besmirched Frame | Fix Matchmaking Errors |
Character Enhancement
| How to Level Up | Rune Farming |
| Murk Guide | Smithing Stone Farming |
Roundtable Hold
| Roundtable Hold Functions | How to Get Relics |
| Sparring Grounds Functions | Small Jar Bazaar |
| How to Get and Change Skins | Vessels |
Battle Guide
| Site of Grace Functions | Sacred Flasks - How to Increase and Replenish |
| How to Rescue Allies | How to Recover FP |
| Augur (Maris) Guide | Day 1 and Day 2 Strategy |
| Two-Hand Guide | Ultimate Arts List |
System
| Controls Guide | Equipment Load and Carrying Capacity |
| Multiplayer Guide | Can You Play Solo? |
| Death Penalties | Is 2-Player Mode Possible? |
| How to Play with Friends | Difficulty Settings |
Guides to Read Before Purchase
| Pre-Order Bonuses | Edition Comparison |
| Crossplay Support Explained | Storage Capacity & File Size |
| Can You Play Solo? | DLC Guide |
| Can You Customize Characters? | Nightreign Differences |
