Should you do Volcano Manor quests?

It's grim work, and the fiery backdrop and menacing decor of Volcano Manor may lead some to feel guilty about what they're being asked to do, but ultimately, joining has no downsides in relation to Elden Ring's story and ignoring the quest will mean missing out on some cool extra content - not to mention some unique ...
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Are there any consequences for doing Volcano Manor quests?

Should you join Volcano Manor in Elden Ring? Yes, if only to advance several quests and get access to Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy. Despite the gravity of the murders you commit, there are no negative consequences – at least, none we've come across.
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What do you get for completing Volcano Manor questline?

What Do You Get For Completing The Volcano Manor Questline? Defeating Rykard will earn the Tarnished 100,000 runes, Rykard's Great Rune and the Remembrance of the Blasphemous. The Great Rune restores 185 HP upon defeating enemies and is extremely useful for traversing deep dungeons, far from sites of grace.
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Are Volcano Manor quests evil?

You can do volcano manor questline. Nothing bad will happen, It's just one of the ways to get to the Lord of that zone and get some more story building stuff. Mt. Gelmir is entirely optional so you won't be missing anything from the main story of the game.
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Will Volcano Manor ruin my ending?

Nothing you do in VM can change any of the endings.
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Should you Join Volcano Manor?

Is there a downside to joining Volcano Manor?

It's grim work, and the fiery backdrop and menacing decor of Volcano Manor may lead some to feel guilty about what they're being asked to do, but ultimately, joining has no downsides in relation to Elden Ring's story and ignoring the quest will mean missing out on some cool extra content - not to mention some unique ...
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Can I continue Volcano Manor quest after killing Rykard?

After beating Rykard players can no longer progress the Volcano Manor questline, but this implies that they did not finish the questline to reach Rykard in the first place.
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What NPC quests does Volcano Manor lock you out of?

It should be noted that defeating the boss this way, before completing the letter requests, locks you out of the Volcano Manor assassination quests, as well as parts of Rya, Bernahl, and Patches' quests.
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What level should I be at Volcano Manor?

Recommended Level

Venturing into the dangerous terrain of Volcano Manor and Mt. Gelmir requires skill and preparation. Though some daring players may be able to tackle this area at around level 50, it's highly recommended to reach level 60-80 before attempting to take on these formidable dungeons if you are a beginner.
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Is Rykard optional?

Rykard, Lord Of Blasphemy Overview

He's one of the Shardbearers of the Elden Ring and is considered an optional boss. Not facing him in the game will not change the plot in any way. You can spawn any Spirit Ash or online players to help you in this fight.
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Why is Tanith eating Rykard?

A distraught Tanith would begin to eat Rykard's tremendous corpse, hoping that he might live in her, just as he had lived within the serpent.
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What to do with Tanith after killing Rykard?

Return to Tanith after you've completed the final assassination. She'll reward you with a Taker's Cameo and will ask if you're ready to see the Lord. You can choose to accept or not at this point (you will be able to fight Rykard regardless). If you say yes, Tanith will transport you to the Lord's Chamber.
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How do I get Tanith to eat Rykard?

Once you have defeated Rykard, return to Tanith and speak to her once more. Once Tanith has disappeared from Volcano Manor, you will find her back in Rykard's boss area feasting on his corpse.
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Should I do anything before Volcano Manor?

Volcano is easier but if you kill the boss in the volcano manor before finishing their quests then you miss out on items in leyndell. You can complete the manor and as many quests there as possible but do not kill its last boss. Then go through the capital and the final snow area where the final volcano targets are.
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What level should I be to fight Rykard?

Either way, here's how to beat Rykard and the God-Devouring Serpent in Elden Ring, including weaknesses, tips, strategies and cheese methods. To beat the God-Devouring Serpent and Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy boss fight, players should be at least level 65+, and ideally over 70.
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What level is Caelid?

How Strong You Should Be Before Visiting Caelid in Elden Ring. Players are free to enter Caelid at whatever level they choose. However, the recommended levels are around 60-70. This ensures that the content will be challenging and limit the frustration of repeatedly dying.
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What is missable in Elden Ring?

12 Biggest Missable Quests In Elden Ring
  1. 1 D, Beholder Of Death.
  2. 2 Blaidd, The Half-Wolf. ...
  3. 3 Millicent's Bloodline. ...
  4. 4 Roderika's Purpose. ...
  5. 5 Rya Or Zoryas, The Scout. ...
  6. 6 Give Fia A Hug. ...
  7. 7 Ranni's Summoning Bell. ...
  8. 8 Alexander, The Warrior Jar. ...
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What is the point of no return in Elden Ring?

The actual point of no return is defeating a boss at the end of an area outside time. "All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain." Did you get the Bolt of Gransax? You can't get it in the ashen capital, so if you want the legendary trophies you need to get it as that is a point of no return.
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How do you get to the secret area under Volcano Manor?

In the room next door to Zoryas, you'll find a hidden passage behind an illusory wall (or hidden wall or secret wall) in the back right corner, where the crooked painting hangs. Roll into the wall to dispel the illusion, and then make your way into Volcano Manor's secret corridors.
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Should I finish Volcano Manor before Rykard?

The answer is KILLING RYKARD LOCKS YOU OUT OF ALL VOLCANO MANOR QUESTS. Just wait until you complete all of the quests there, and then you will be sent to kill him.
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Can you still get the raging wolf armor after killing Rykard?

On successful invasion, you will receive the full Raging Wolf Set. See it on the Elden Ring Map here. It can no longer be acquired after defeating Maliketh (the boss of Crumbling Farum Azula) or Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy.
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Can you do Tanith quest after killing Rykard?

If you kill Rykard before you finish Tanith Kill Qustline (except patches), the quest can't be completed. Or short: You can't get the armor from the trailers. You can meet her at his courpse and give her the one item from patches but that's it.
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Should I hunt Old Knight Istvan?

Murdering Istvan also opens up more Volcano Manor quests, letting you go after more undeserving Tarnished to loot the clothes from their backs.
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What happens if you join Tanith?

While progressing through Tanith's questline grants players access to the legacy dungeon's final boss, it also allows them to skip just about everything else in Volcano Manor.
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How do you get a blasphemous blade?

The Blasphemous Blade is an Elden Ring weapon obtained by defeating Praetor Rykard in Mt. Gelmir, an especially challenging Elden Ring boss. It's a greatsword that scales with strength, dexterity, and faith with a nasty look and a weapon skill that replicates one of Rykard's most powerful spells.
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