Top Elden Ring Talismans and Their Locations Uncovered

UPDATE: We’ve added two interactive maps to this list of the best Elden Ring Talismans to assist you in locating them.

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Elden Ring Talismans

Elden Ring’s best talismans significantly enhance your gameplay experience by improving your survival odds. However, the challenge lies in acquiring these powerful artifacts, especially the elusive Legendary Talismans, which are essential for certain achievements in the game.

To aid you in your quest, we’ve integrated two interactive maps detailing the talisman locations across The Lands Between and the Land of Shadow.

Interactive Maps for Talisman Locations

Here’s where you can discover the best Talismans in The Lands Between:

For talismans in the Land of Shadow, check below:

Top Elden Ring Talismans and Their Locations

Elden Ring talismans enhance your gameplay by augmenting various stats, from boosting your arrow range to increasing your lightning defense. Some talismans are especially situation-dependent, such as the Boltdrake Talisman, which only benefits players when facing lightning-wielding enemies. Here, we focus on universally beneficial talismans valuable for any player.

1. Crimson Amber Medallion

The Crimson Amber Medallion increases your maximum HP and is available as a starting Keepsake. Players who chose a different Keepsake can still obtain it early in their journey. Head to the Castle Morne Rampart Site of Grace and find the Nomadic Merchant nearby. He sells the medallion for 1500 Runes.

Additionally, the DLC titled Shadow of the Erdtree features a +3 version of this medallion, obtainable through Count Ymir’s quest.

2. Viridian Amber Medallion

Similar to the Crimson Amber Medallion, the Viridian Amber Medallion boosts your maximum stamina. To acquire this talisman, venture into the Tombsward Cave located in Limgrave. Be prepared with a torch or lantern as visibility is limited.

Defeat Miranda the Blighted Bloom, the cave’s boss, while avoiding the poisonous flora in the arena. Using the spell ‘Flame, Cleanse Me’ can mitigate poison build-up during the fight. Upon defeating her, the talisman will be yours.

3. Cerulean Amber Medallion

In contrast to the previous medallions, the Cerulean Amber Medallion enhances your maximum FP, enabling more frequent casting of spells and summoning of spirits. Navigate to the Lakeside Crystal Cave south of Liurna of the Lakes to find it.

Inside, you’ll face a Bloodhound Knight as the final boss. Defeating it will yield the coveted talisman.

4. Shard of Alexander

The Shard of Alexander greatly amplifies damage from weapon skills. Secure this talisman by completing the engaging questline of Iron Fist Alexander. Just ensure that he survives during your encounter with Radahn to finish the quest successfully.

5. Great-Jar’s Arsenal

Acquire the Great-Jar’s Arsenal by defeating the three knights located north of Dragonbarrow. This talisman is ideal for heavy build players as it increases your maximum equip load, allowing for the use of weightier armors.

6. Assassin’s Crimson Dagger

The Assassin’s Crimson Dagger restores health with successful critical hits. Fast travel to the Deathtouched Catacombs Site of Grace in Limgrave, where you’ll also find the Uchigatana.

Unlock the previously locked door by pulling a lever to access the Black Knight Assassin. Defeating this foe will grant you the dagger, perfect for players utilizing charged attacks.

7. Arsenal Charm

If you summoned Nepehli during the Godrick encounter, she will appear at Roundtable Hold afterward. Speaking to her will earn you the Arsenal Charm, which raises your overall equipment load, allowing for more flexibility in character builds.

8. Golden Scarab

Boosting your Rune acquisition by 20%, the Golden Scarab is best earned after gaining some levels as it is a boss drop found in the Abandoned Caves of Caelid. Head east from the Smouldering Wall Site of Grace to locate the cave entrance.

Make your way through challenging terrain filled with Scarlet Rot, and defeat the dual Cleanrot Knights guarding the talisman.

9. Green Turtle Talisman

This talisman is easily found at Summonwater Village. Descend the stairs leading underground where you will come across a chest containing the Talisman, which increases your stamina recovery – invaluable for tough battles.

10. Curved Sword Talisman

Located within a chest in Stormveil Castle, this talisman enhances the power of your guard counters, offering significant advantages when executed correctly against enemies.

11. Radagon’s Icon

Radagon’s Icon is located on a corpse within the Debate Parlor of Raya Lucaria Academy. This talisman is excellent for magic users, particularly for reducing spellcasting time.

12. Blessed Dew Talisman

Gradually restoring HP over time, the Blessed Dew Talisman is found in the Tower of Return, located in South Limgrave. The recovery feature allows players to heal without relying solely on flasks.

13. Graven Mass Talisman

Boosting all sorcery effects without the HP penalty of other items, the Graven Mass Talisman can be found in the Consecrated Snowfield. Summon the Imp Ashes to break the tower’s seal for access.

14. Flock’s Canvas Talisman

Essential for those using incantation-centric builds, the Flock’s Canvas Talisman can be obtained from Gowry after completing Millicent’s questline or after her untimely death. This talisman boosts the potency of incantations.

15. Retaliatory Crossed-Tree

This talisman, available after invading Ansbach in the Land of Shadow, enhances attack power following a roll or backstep by 17%, perfect for dexterity-focused builds.

16. Shattered Stone Talisman

Found atop a broken tower in Moorth Ruins, this talisman amplifies the effects of kicking and stomping attacks, ideal for those using specific ground attack builds.

17. Two-Handed Sword Talisman

Ideal for players who prefer two-handed weapons, this talisman enhances their attack power and can be found on the upper floors of the Temple Town Ruins in the Land of Shadow.

18. Crimson Seed Talisman+1

Not to be confused with the Crimson Amber Medallion, the Crimson Seed Talisman+1 improves the healing of your Crimson flasks. It can be acquired during Count Ymir’s quest.

Legendary Talismans in Elden Ring

While some are more useful than others, Elden Ring features eight Legendary Talismans necessary for the associated achievement.

1. Radagon’s Icon

Recover this talisman after defeating the Red Wolf of Radagon in Raya Lucaria Academy.

2. Moon of Nokstella

Located within a chest in the cathedral at Nokstella, Eternal City, this talisman increases your spell memory slots.

3. Godfrey Icon

This item enhances the power of charged attacks and is guarded by Godfrey the Grafted in the Golden Lineage Evergaol.

4. Old Lord’s Talisman

Found in Crumbling Farum Azula, this talisman extends spell effects and is guarded by Farum Beastmen.

5. Erdtree’s Favor+2

Available once Leyndell transforms into ashes, this talisman boosts stamina, equipment load, and HP.

6. Radagon’s Soreseal

Increasing Vigor, Endurance, Dexterity, and Strength, this talisman raises the damage taken by 15% and is found within the Academy of Raya Lucaria.

7. Marika’s Soreseal

Analogous to Radagon’s, this seal enhances Mind, Intelligence, Arcane, and Faith while also increasing damage taken.

8. Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman

This powerful talisman significantly reduces physical damage but requires navigating the Haligtree and defeating the enemies within.

Maximize Your Talisman Slots in Elden Ring

Initially, players can equip only one Talisman, but defeating key bosses will drop Talisman Pouches, allowing for an increase in equipped Talismans up to a total of four. Here are the bosses that provide these valuable Pouches:

Divine Tower of Caelid Boss
Night’s Cavalry
Godrick the Grafted
Full Moon Boss in the Moonlight Altar

By utilizing this guide, you are now equipped with the knowledge necessary to find and maximize the best talismans in Elden Ring, enhancing your gameplay and survivability in this vast world.

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