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Elden Ring: Shadow of the ErdtreeDLC further expands the gameplay possibilities byintroducing a host of new weapons, spells, andtalismans. One such talisman is theVerdigris Discus, whichraises defenses with higher equipment loads. Picking the right talisman for your build can further enhance its effectiveness, and if you particularlyenjoy the high poise gained from wearing heavy armor, you’ll want to give the Verdigris Discus a shot.
While the talisman itself is located in the Ancient Ruins of Rauh, which is a late game location, you can, however,use a teleportation strategy to acquire this talisman in the mid-game. The following guide will help you collect the talisman using the teleportation strategy, allowing you to enjoy the effects of the talisman relatively early in the DLC.
Teleporting To Ancient Ruins Of Rauh To Acquire The Verdigris Talisman
Teleporting to the Ancient Ruins of Rauhbegins with finding an Imbued Swordsword Key, and then, discovering theBelfrey onScadu Altus.
If you don’t already have an Imbued Swordsword key in your inventory,you may find one in Castle Ensis. The key is located in a small tower near theCastle-Lord’s Chamber Site of Grace.
To reach the tower, head west from the Castle-Lord’s Chamber Site of Grace and take the small set of stairs down to reach an elevator. Use the elevator to descend to a level below and head all the way to the south.You’ll eventually enter a tower with a chest containing the Imbued Swordsword Key.
Having acquired the key, start your journey (refer to the video guide) from the Highroad Cross Site of Grace, which can be found when exiting Castle Ensis after defeatingRellana, Twin Moon Knight, the main boss of this dungeon.
Ride a short distance to the west from the Highroad Cross Site of Grace tolocate the Belfrey atop of a rock outcrop. After reaching the Belfrey, insert the Imbued Swordsword Key into the Imp Statue. Now,interact with the waygate to teleport to the Ancient Ruins of Rauh.
Teleporting to the Ancient Ruins of Rauh does not allow you to explore the rest of the region. The only way to explore this region fully is to arrive here from theShadowkeep, which happens towards late-mid game.
Acquiring The Verdigris Discus Talisman
Once you’ve teleported to the Ancient Ruins of Rauh, refer to the image above to determine the direction you must head to find the Verdigris Talisman.
Generally, from the spawn point, you must travel in the northwestern direction, across the patch of waterbody, and through the rock arches to reach a maiden altar. TheVerdigris Discus talisman is located near the foot of the altar.
Verdigris Discus Talisman Effects
Equipping the Verdigris Discus talisman provides a defensive stat boost based on your equipment load:
If you enjoy playing with abuild that benefits from high poise, where you end up wearing heavy armor, pairing the build with theVerdigris Discustalisman can further enhance its efficacy.
On the other hand, if you like using heavy weapons that put you in the heavy load category, you may also use this talisman to boost your defenses, compensating for the lack of low armor protection.
Keep in mind, heavier equipment loads can also prove detrimental if you struggle to play with heavier builds, as they slow down your rolling speed considerably – a trade-off you’ll want to consider when using this talisman!
The Verdigris Discus Talisman has no effect when your equipment load is medium or light.
