Melina
Melina, the spectral maiden, plays a crucial role in your journey through the Lands Between. Her questline intertwines with the main story and unlocks essential aspects of the game. Here's a detailed breakdown of her quests, including key interactions, locations, and rewards:
Meeting Melina:
* Upon awakening in the Lands Between, Melina offers a pact: become Elden Lord, and she'll guide you and grant you the means to level up. You gain the Spectral Steed Whistle to summon Torrent.
Early Stages:
- At various Sites of Grace (LimgraveRegion, Stormveil CastleDungeon), Melina provides hints and lore insights.
- After defeating Margit, Melina clarifies her purpose: she serves the Erdtree and seeks to mend the Elden Ring.
- At the Church of IrithLandmark, Melina reveals the Two Fingers, granting you access to their guidance.
Progressing towards Leyndell:
- Melina encourages you to seek the Great Runes required to mend the Elden Ring.
- Throughout your journey, she offers advice and insights at specific locations.
- After acquiring the first two Great Runes, Melina suggests using them at the Erdtree.
Melina's Choice:
- At the Forge of the GiantsLandmark, Melina proposes burning the Erdtree, a controversial path.
- If you choose this path (Frenzied Flame ending), Melina departs, expressing disappointment.
Traditional Path:
- Follow Melina's guidance to collect more Great Runes and activate the Erdtree.
- Upon reaching LeyndellRegion, you face Morgott, triggering a crucial conversation with Melina.
- She reveals her motivations and connection to the Erdtree, sacrificing herself to open the way to the Mountaintops of the GiantsRegion.
Melina's Sacrifice:
- Reaching the Divine Tower of LiurniaGrace activates a scene where Melina uses her life force to grant you access to the next Erdtree location.
- She disappears, leaving behind her spirit summon for the remainder of your journey.
Alternative Endings:
- If you follow the Frenzied Flame path, Melina reappears after the ending, opposing your reign of chaos.
- Certain endings, like Ranni's, don't involve Melina directly, but her absence reflects the Erdtree's shattered state.
Rewards:
- Spectral Steed Whistle (upon meeting)
- Guidance and lore insights throughout the game
- Access to Sites of Grace and leveling
- Essential information and directions
- Optional spirit summon (after sacrifice)
Note: This is a simplified overview, and some details might vary depending on your choices.
- RewardsSpectral Steed Whistle