Nokron, Eternal City

Ancient city fallen from the sky before the Erdtree rose.

Nokron, Eternal City is a subterranean ruin located beneath the Lands Between, accessible only after defeating Starscourge Radahn. This meteor impact opens a crater in southern Mistwood, revealing an ancient metropolis that fell from the sky before the rise of the Erdtree. Once a thriving civilization independent of the Golden Order, it now serves as a critical waypoint for Ranni the Witch's questline to remove the Elden Ring. The city houses artifacts of immense power that challenge the Greater Will, most notably the Fingerslayer Blade. For any Tarnished seeking the Age of Stars ending, Nokron is an essential destination where history and destiny collide beneath a skyless cavern.

Quick Facts

Access requirement: Defeat Starscourge Radahn
Key item found: Fingerslayer Blade

Lore & Background

Before Queen Marika established the Golden Order, great cities descended from the heavens to the Lands Between. Nokron was one of these Eternal Cities, built by those who sought to escape the influence of the Erdtree. These civilizations thrived in isolation until conflict caused them to crash into the earth, sinking deep underground where they remain frozen in time. The city is steeped in rebellion against divine authority.

It was here that a Two Finger was slain using the Fingerslayer Blade, an act capable of killing the envoys of the Greater Will. This history makes Nokron sacred ground for those who wish to reject the current order. The silence of its streets is broken only by spectral patrols guarding secrets that predate the age of grace. Nokron shares a deep connection with its sister city, Nokstella, which lies further down near the Lake of Rot.

Together, they represent a forgotten history where humanity attempted to forge its own path away from gods. The ruins reveal remnants of a culture that valued independence above all else, even at the cost of their own destruction.

Reader's Guide

Nokron, Eternal City serves as a pivotal hub for those pursuing the Age of Stars ending. Once inside, navigate through dark caverns and ancient stone bridges. The primary objective lies within the central plaza beneath a massive tree corpse, where the Fingerslayer Blade rests on an altar. This weapon is crucial for Ranni the Witch’s questline. While dangerous, Nokron rewards exploration with powerful gear and deep lore regarding the eternal cities that predate the Erdtree.

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