How do I use my runes in Elden Ring?

How to Use Runes in Elden Ring: A Comprehensive Guide

In Elden Ring, runes are a crucial item that serves as both a form of currency and an experience point system. At first glance, understanding how to use runes in this vast and complex game might seem daunting. Fear not, as this guide is here to walk you through the process step by step.

Activating Passives with Rune Arc

To make use of the passive effects a rune offers, you’ll need to equip it first, then activate it using a Rune Arc. Rune Arcs are fairily rare drops from enemies, mostly from rats, and can occasionally be found in chests or on corpses.

Where to Get Rune Arcs

The rarity of Rune Arcs makes them challenging to collect. Here are some tips on where to find them:

• Rat mobs: Defeat rat mobs as they often drop Rune Arcs.
• Explore chests and corpses: Ruminate through chests and carefully examine corpses for Rune Arcs.
• Enemies in certain areas: Bosses and certain enemies like the ones in the Redmane Castle, Laskyar Ruins, and other areas have a chance to drop Rune Arcs.

Spending Runes on Leveling Up

Runes aren’t just for activating passive effects; they also act as a currency for levelling up your character.

Leveling Up Overview

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how to use runes for leveling up:

Table: Runes Leveling Up

This table shows the increasing Runes requirement and the bonus level gained at each consecutive level.

Other uses of Runes

Here are some additional ways runes can be used:

Buying Items from Blacksmiths

Use runes to purchase items from blacksmiths, including upgrades to your weapons and armor, and other valuable goods.
Upgrading Weapons

Use runes to upgrade and enhance your weapons, increasing your damage output and combat abilities.
Purchasing Spells

Runes are also used to purchase healing spells and other abilities.
Other Purposes…

Keep in mind runes can be used for future content and storylines

Activating Great Runes

Godrick’s Great Rune

Malenia’s Great Rune

Radahn’s Great Rune

And much more!

The Role of Great Runes
Rykard’s Great Rune