Elden Ring: How to Complete Blaidd's Quest

In Elden Ring, few NPCs are as visually striking and emotionally compelling as Blaidd the Half-Wolf. Towering, loyal, and cursed by fate, Blaidd serves as the stalwart shadow of Ranni the Witch, bound to her service in life and death. His questline intertwines with the deep lore of the game's most mysterious characters and offers meaningful rewards, including Elden Ring Runes, valuable Elden Ring Items, and the chance to summon Blaidd as a powerful ally in battle.

 

Whether you're following Ranni's storyline or simply want to explore every nook of the Lands Between, Blaidd's tale is one worth experiencing. Here's a full walkthrough of his quest from start to tragic finish.

 

Step 1: First Encounter – Mistwood Ruins

 

Blaidd's quest begins when you hear eerie howling coming from the Mistwood Ruins in Limgrave. To start the interaction, visit Merchant Kale at the Church of Elleh and select the “about the howling” dialogue option. He'll give you the Finger Snap Gesture, which you can use to summon Blaidd.

 

Return to Mistwood and use the gesture near the tower. Blaidd will leap down and introduce himself, revealing that he's hunting a traitor named Darriwil. This begins your alliance.

 

Step 2: Defeating Darriwil – Evergaol Battle

 

To help Blaidd, travel to the Forlorn Hound Evergaol, where Darriwil resides. Before entering the fight, you'll have the option to summon Blaidd by interacting with the summon sign nearby. With Blaidd's assistance, the battle becomes far more manageable, and once Darriwil is defeated, you'll be rewarded with a good amount of Elden Ring Runes and Elden Ring Items like Bloodhound's Fang, a powerful curved greatsword.

 

After the fight, speak to Blaidd again. He'll thank you and mention he might have more work in the future. This marks the beginning of your bond with the Half-Wolf.

 

Step 3: Following Ranni – Caria Manor and Ranni's Rise

 

Progress through the main story until you defeat Royal Knight Loretta at Caria Manor in northwest Liurnia. This unlocks Ranni's Rise, where you'll meet Ranni herself and her court, which includes Blaidd, Seluvis, and War Counselor Seluvis.

 

Accept Ranni's offer to serve her, and Blaidd's quest will continue as part of her storyline. Speak to him at Ranni's Rise, and he'll mention investigating Nokron, the Eternal City. He suspects that Seluvis might know more but chooses to find answers on his own.

 

Step 4: Exploring Siofra River – Nokron and Seluvis' Clues

 

Next, head to the Siofra River region through the elevator in Mistwood. In this magical underground realm, you'll find Blaidd once again. He'll admit he's hitting a dead end in finding Nokron's entrance. Progress further in Ranni's quest by defeating Radahn, and Blaidd's path will open up dramatically.

 

Step 5: General Radahn – Epic Boss Battle and Turning Point

 

To trigger the Radahn Festival, progress through the game's main story and reach the Redmane Castle. There, you'll find Blaidd among the many NPCs gathered to take on Starscourge Radahn, one of the most iconic boss fights in Elden Ring.

 

Summoning Blaidd during the battle makes it easier, and his presence adds dramatic weight to the encounter. After Radahn falls, the cutscene of the falling star marks a major shift in the world—and in Blaidd's mind.

 

You'll receive a large cache of Elden Ring Runes, along with Radahn's Remembrance and access to Nokron, a city filled with rare Elden Ring Items such as Larval Tears, Mimic Tear Ashes, and Legendary Armaments.

 

Step 6: Madness and Loyalty – Blaidd's Downfall

 

After Radahn's death and Ranni's disappearance, Blaidd begins to lose himself. He reappears near Seluvis's Rise, confused and angered. Eventually, you'll find him locked outside Ranni's Rise, driven to madness by his loyalty to her—a loyalty that ultimately dooms him.

 

Upon returning to Ranni's Rise after finishing her questline, you'll discover Blaidd outside in a tragic state. He has succumbed to his fate and attacks the player on sight. Defeating Blaidd is heartbreaking, but necessary.

 

As a reward, you'll gain a significant amount of Elden Ring Runes and can loot his armor set, Blaidd's Armor, and his powerful Royal Greatsword—some of the most coveted Elden Ring Items for Strength-based builds.

 

Step 7: Carrying the Legacy – Blaidd's Gear

 

Blaidd's Royal Greatsword is a colossal weapon that scales well with Strength and Intelligence, making it ideal for melee sorcerers. His armor set is also highly sought-after for its blend of defense and aesthetics, letting players embody the legacy of the loyal Half-Wolf.

 

You can also transmute Radahn's Remembrance into Radahn's Greatswords or Radahn's Lion Armor, giving you even more powerful Elden Ring Items to build around.

 

Why Blaidd's Quest Matters

 

Beyond the loot and Runes, Blaidd's story embodies many of Elden Ring's core themes: fate, loyalty, and loss. His quest intersects with major story arcs like Ranni's and Radahn's, and finishing it not only enriches your understanding of the game's world but also your emotional investment in its characters.

 

From his howling beginnings to his tragic end, Blaidd leaves a mark on every player who crosses his path—and his tale is one of the most unforgettable in the Lands Between.

 

Final Thoughts

 

Completing Blaidd's questline rewards players with much more than just Elden Ring Runes and Elden Ring Items. It offers a fully realized character arc packed with lore, drama, and incredible boss battles. Whether you're a lore enthusiast, a completionist, or just a fan of giant wolf warriors, Blaidd's quest is an essential chapter in your Elden Ring journey.