Elden Ring Respec Guide: Reset Stats and Find Larval Tears

Update: We’ve incorporated an interactive map detailing the locations of every Larval Tear in Elden Ring into the locations section of this page.

In Elden Ring, Larval Tears serve as your sole means for respecing your character and resetting your stats, barring a complete game restart.

Whether you’ve made some choices you’re regretting or are eager to try out optimal builds, understanding how to respec your character in Elden Ring is essential. Here’s what you need to know for a swift reset.

To revert your stats to their original state, you will require Larval Tears, which are rare consumables primarily located in challenging locations, treacherous regions, and dropped by elusive enemies.

While there are over ten places to find Larval Tears scattered across The Lands Between, obtaining them is rarely straightforward.

Steps to Respec in Elden Ring

Before you can initiate a respec, you must first defeat the shard-bearing boss, Rennala, Queen of the Full Moon, located at Raya Lucaria.

Upon defeating her and claiming her Rune of the Unborn, you’ll have the ability to visit her at the Grand Library anytime to reset your stats, provided you possess a Larval Tear for each respec.

Locating Larval Tears in Elden Ring

We’ve embedded an interactive map below to assist you in finding every Larval Tear hidden throughout The Lands Between:

The most accessible Larval Tear can be found at the Village of the Albinaurics in the southwestern part of the Liurnia of the Lakes region, just north of Stormveil Castle.

Many players likely visit this area while hunting for the Royal Remains set, an excellent early-game armor.

As you enter the village, you’ll notice a spectral figure near a well. Before approaching, head right to find a small graveyard filled with the bodies of Albinaurics. The Larval Tear is the glowing item amidst the scene.

Later in the game, you’ll discover an abundance of Larval Tears in the area known as Nokron, the Eternal City. As part of Ranni’s questline, exploring and defeating bosses here can yield up to six additional Larval Tears.

An additional challenge awaits just outside this area, offering a second Larval Tear within reach of your starting location, albeit with increased difficulty.

Located near the Agheel Lake South Site of Grace, southeast of The First Step, there’s an unsuspecting enemy resembling a zombie positioned atop a cliff. He is situated to the east of this Site of Grace.

Upon attacking this foe, you’ll face a formidable Rune Bear that can inflict significant damage swiftly. Whether you’re a seasoned player who has already defeated Rennala or a newcomer, prepare yourself for a challenging battle by employing quick, hit-and-run tactics.

Though I hesitated to spoil the surprise of the zombie’s transformation into a giant bear, it’s crucial to be prepared for this unexpected encounter.

Additional Larval Tear Locations in Elden Ring

Expand your search for remaining Larval Tears using the following locations:

Liurnia Larval Tears

Between Rose Church and Boilprawn Shack – Defeat a lobster that transforms into a Grafted Scion, which drops a Tear.
Complete the Resurrection Painting challenge behind Caria Manor.
Purchase from Pidia in Caria Manor by dropping onto the ramparts near Seluvis’ Rise.

Caelid Larval Tears

West of the Cathedral of Dragon Communion, defeat a zombie-like enemy, which will turn into a Troll that drops a Tear.

Altus Plateau Larval Tears

Travel south of Windmill Village, following the cliffside, defeat the undead soldier, and then vanquish the Lion Guardian it transforms into.

Mt. Gelmir Larval Tears

Northeast from the Road of Iniquity Site of Grace, defeat the giant Wormface similar to the one found near the Altus Plateau’s Minor Erdtree.

Consecrated Snowfield Larval Tears

While there are no Larval Tears in the Mountaintops region, using the Lift of Rold to access the Consecrated Snowfield will yield a Tear southeast of the Inner Snowfield Site of Grace. Defeat three pilgrims in the snow, as one will transform into a Rune Bear, dropping the Tear when you defeat it.

Siofra River Larval Tears

Available for purchase from a merchant.

Nokron Larval Tears

Defeat the Mimic Tear to obtain two Larval Tears.
Find a Tear on a corpse located near the gazebo where you discover the Glovewort Picker’s Bell Bearing.
Another Tear is on a corpse to the west of the gazebo.
Defeat the Silver Tear found in Night’s Sacred Ground, positioned near the Black Whetblade.

Nokstella Larval Tears

Defeat the Silver Tear disguised as a ball on the bridge.
Also, take down the Silver Tear masked as a ball on the building immediately north of the bridge.

How Many Times Can You Respec in Elden Ring?

Given the scarcity of Larval Tears, it’s crucial to consider your decisions carefully prior to respecing your stats.

In addition to the two overworld locations mentioned earlier, our friends at Arekkz Gaming have identified eight additional spots featured in the video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSIPSNN1abA

We will continue to update this information as we discover more locations, ensuring you have sufficient Larval Tears to correct your initial mistakes, rediscover your preferred build, and ultimately finalize your strategy before the game’s late stages.

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