Elden Ring is the great realm of torment and glory from the twisted minds at FromSoftware. They’ve developed a world that holds true to the ruthless challenge we’ve come to love and scream at in their previous masterpieces like Bloodborne and the iconic Souls series. Yet, this time around, they’ve thrown us a bone. Elden Ring stretches out into a large open world, offering restless adventurers more room to breathe and plot our next move. Gone are the rigid, linear paths blocked by snarling bosses, replaced by a sprawling location where we can choose our own poison. If a boss curb stomps you into the ground, no worries—you can trot off, bulk up, and come back swinging with the full blows.
But to stand a chance in this ruthless Lands Between, you need to buff up your character and your gear. Like in the Soulsborne saga, Elden Ring lets you grind, loot, and quest your way to a stronger version of yourself. Smithing Stones are one of these items that are your ticket to turning your gear from “meh” to “mighty.” You can buy some from the local NPCs, while others are your spoils of war for sending dangerous bosses to the abyss. Among these stones, there’s a special, mythical gem known as the Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stone; a whisper of a godly weapon.
Where to Find Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones in Elden Ring
You’re probably frothing at the bit to get your mitts on the Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones. The Lands Between terrain is huge and filled with secrets waiting to be unearthed, and these smithing stones are no exception.
- Dragon Temple Rooftop & Leyndell:
- Near the Dragon Temple Rooftop, go southeast and look for a gazebo, it’s hiding behind the dragon who’s got a thing for red glow. Another one awaits on the southwest side of Leyndell. Look for the dragon corpse there and climb on it with the ladder, move towards the right of the body, and drop down again. You’ll find a dead body in the ash and your Stone on it.
- Agheel Lake Bridge:
- Take a stroll near the Agheel Lake bridge and keep your eyes peeled for a dead body in a chair. It’s morbid, but, the stone is worth it.
- Haligtree Area:
- The Haligtree area is home to Malenia, Blade of Miquella, and some of these mighty stones. Two can be found in the city of Elphael at the base of the Haligtree. While you’re there, check out the Erdtree Sanctuary Site of Grace, the Gaol Cave, and the First Church of Marika too.
- Prayer Room Site of Grace:
- Putrid Avatar by the Prayer Room Site of Grace is guarding a stone. Head down the path, hang a right instead of going to the doorway behind the Avatar, and you’ll find the stone on a corpse near the path’s end.
- Mohgwyn Palace:
- After a secret portal ride to Mohgwyn Palace, near the Dynasty Mausoleum Midpoint, you’ll find a chest containing one smithing stone under a huge statue.
- Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree:
- While you’re in the Haligtree area, make a stop at Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree for another chance at snagging one of these rare stones.
How to Use Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones in Elden Ring
Somber Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones aren’t just your average grindstones; they’re your way to the elite league of Elden Ring weapons and gear.
While it might be interesting to hawk these stones for 2000 runes, you shouldn’t do that. These smithing stones are the necessary items for weapon upgrades. When you hand one over to the Blacksmith, a new dialogue appears with the old craftsman, hinting at a God Slaying Armament. It is to transform your weapon to a divine level, where each swing of your blade resonates with the fury of enemies.
Selecting this dialogue option will allow you to upgrade a compatible weapon to its zenith, reaching the +10 level. And as the celestial cherry on top, you’ll unlock the God Slaying Armament achievement.
How to Obtain More Ancient Dragon Smithing Stones
The world of Elden Ring isn’t overflowing with these Smithing Stones. They are as rare as a friendly face in this land of brutal challenges. So, what do you do when you’ve used up your stash and are looking for more of this sweet upgrade magic? Simply go into New Game Plus, and the world resets, putting all the 21 stones back in place.
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