While Nokstella, Eternal City, is cons of the “optional” sub-regions of Elden Ring, many Tarnished might want to know how to unlock it, as the zone is rich with valuable resources and rare items. Technically speaking, Nokstella is a part of Ainsel River, a subterranean region similar to Siofra River. Furthermore, like Nokron and Siofra, Nokstella is blocked off from Ainsel River and only becomes accessible in Elden Ring once Tarnished have progressed through a specific NPC’s storyline.
To unlock Nokstella, Eternal City, in Elden Ring, travelers must speak with Ranni the Witch, the NPC who provides Tarnished with the Spirit Calling Bell and resides within her tower, Ranni’s Rise. This tower is located within northwestern Liurnia, a portion of the map accessed through Caria Manor. To complete Caria Manor, adventurers will need to defeat Royal Knight Loretta, the Dungeon Boss of the manor. Afterward, Tarnished can enter the Three Sisters, the hilltop where Ranni’s Rise is located.
Ranni’s Rise sits to the west of the Three Sisters and is guarded by Glintstone Dragon Adula. Keep in mind that adventurers do not have to fight the dragon to meet with the Witch. Ascend the tower and offer Ranni servitude, after which she will task the protagonist with finding the hidden treasure of Nokron, the Fingerslayer Blade. Afterward, a magical barrier will surround Ranni’s Rise and only vanish once the player has spoken to War Counselor Iji, Blaidd, and Seluvis. If Blaidd is not present, the protagonist can speak with Iji and Seluvis. Return to Ranni to complete the dialogue chain and dispel the barrier outside.
How To Unlock Nokstella In Elden Ring
Nokron, Eternal City, becomes available through the fallen star crater south of Mistwood. This entrance will appear once Tarnished have defeated Starscourge Radahn in Caelid. After entering the city and fighting past the Mimic Tear, head to the Ancestral Woods in the north and complete the platforming challenge to reach the Night’s Sacred Ground, where the Fingerslayer Blade can be found. Return the quest item to Ranni to receive the Carian Inverted Statue.
Next, reload the area and head to Renna’s Rise, the tower northeast of Ranni’s Rise. Ascend to the top to find an active Sending Gate. Use the portal to be transported to Ainsel River Main. From here, the player must go south through the Uhl Palace Ruins and then west through a tunnel with Giant Ants. After emerging from the cave, Tarnished will find themselves in Nokstella, Eternal City.
Elden Ring is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
