Unlocking Elden Ring Nightreign: Every Unspoken Trick, Event, and OP Strategy You’ve Missed
Patch 1.02 Arrives: What This Means for Nightreign Players
The long-anticipated Patch 1.02 is finally making landfall in Elden Ring's Nightreign expansion, arriving on July 30th, and it brings more than just bug fixes. While its label might suggest a minor update, this patch has the potential to disrupt gameplay in significant, possibly meta-defining ways. The highlight? The introduction of Duo Mode, giving co-op players new tactical layers to explore. But that's not all—we're also getting a fully fleshed-out Relic Filtering System that could become a cornerstone of high-end theorycrafting.
The new relic UI overhaul allows you to filter through your collection with surgical precision. Instead of navigating an archaic list, you can now sort relics by core categories like:
Damage Negation
Sorceries & Incantations
Character Skills & Ultima Arts
Attack Power Modifiers
Status Effects and Attributes
This isn't just a QoL change—it's a game-altering mechanic that allows players to not only manage inventory more efficiently but also dream up ideal builds by knowing exactly what relic combinations exist.
Pro Tip: Experiment with relic filters to prototype your perfect setup. Want high fire resistance and AOE-enhancing sorcery? You can finally look that up without flipping through hundreds of lines of gear.
Despite being a minor patch numerically, expect balance changes. History tells us these quiet updates often carry deep ramifications. Meta builds may shift, boss patterns may be tweaked, and routes we've memorized could suddenly turn into death traps. Stay sharp.
Augur Phase 2 Mechanics: Sky Control Without a Bow
One of Nightreign's more frustrating bosses is Augur, especially for melee-focused teams during phase two when he takes to the skies. But you're not as helpless as you might think.
Here are mechanics most players miss:
Tentacles and Worms: The tentacle-worm hybrids that sprout from the ground can be destroyed, and doing so sends missiles into the sky, damaging Augur.
Floating Jellyfish: Attack them mid-air. They explode into magical projectiles, homing in on the boss.
One Reddit user, Shintaro, demonstrated a genius strat: As Executor, they transformed into wolf form and used the AOE Roar ability. It wiped out waves of jellyfish instantly. Each kill triggered multiple homing projectiles. The result? Augur got annihilated midair without anyone lifting a finger.
Insight: Any character class with strong AOE or lingering aura effects can abuse this mechanic. Think of phase two as a missile factory.
Holster's Super Slam Moves: Standing in the Eye of the Storm
The dual-phase boss Holster brings devastating area-denial mechanics, but savvy players can stand toe-to-toe with him by understanding his animation tells.
World Tear Slam
This attack sees Holster rip open a dimensional seam, then slam down with cataclysmic force. Most players run. The pros? They walk toward it.
Stand near Holster—not directly beneath him, but close enough that he fills the top of your screen.
As the slam lands, you're in the "donut hole" – a safe circle inside the damage ring.
This lets you unleash DPS while everyone else is running for their lives.
Elemental Charge Combo
Later in phase two, Holster charges his weapon with an elemental affliction (bleed, rot, etc.) and unleashes a chain of explosions.
Watch his weapon. When he spins it overhead, get close but not under.
There’s again a safe radius around him. Time your entry and stay aggressive.
Optimization Tip: During phase transitions, his husk can be damaged. Use this window to refill Ultimate gauges or trigger any passives tied to damage dealt.
Adele's Storm Phase: Spirit Springs Are Not Safe Zones
When facing Hard Mode Adele, the battlefield gets flooded with tornados and lightning pulses. Spirit Springs, those vertical jump points, feel like safe exits. They're not.
In one brutal clip, a player using a spring was struck twice mid-air by lightning, which appears to treat springs as vertical columns of conductivity.
Warning: Treat Spirit Springs during storm phases as potential death zones. Wait until lightning subsides or bait it out before launch.
Shifting Earth Zones: Hidden Riches in the Mountain Tops
Mountain-top zones within Shifting Earth events are often skipped by veterans who see them as "low value." But if you're ignoring them, you're passing up on some of the highest legendary drop rates in the entire expansion.
Ice Crystal Outcrops
There are over 20 bluish ice crystal nodes scattered across the region. Each one behaves like a loot chest.
With high item discovery (Silver Foot buffs or ionized passives), you can get 2-3 items per node.
Drops include rare spells, ashes of war, and legendary relics.
Farm Route Tip: Map a path that hits 10+ crystals in one circuit and repeat every few minutes. The respawn timer is brief.
Rotten Woods: Power Tree Identification From the Sky
The Rotten Woods feature three tree nodes that can house the rotating power buff. But finding the correct one used to be trial and error—until now.
Flight Path Reveal
Enter the zone from the northern edge, using a known flight path. As you soar above:
Visually scan the southern, southwest, and eastern power trees.
Look for a glowing golden aura.
If two are unlit, you know the third is active.
This strategy cuts your power hunt time by two-thirds, giving you an edge when racing other players or preparing for boss encounters.
Wilder Movement Exploits: Entering Noatio Without a Boulder
Most players use a boulder + team jump strategy to breach the walls of Noatio, a heavily fortified urban zone. But with Wilder, you can go full ninja.
Claw Shot Slingshot Technique
Use claw shot while mid-jump to gain extra height and momentum.
Slam into the northwest outer wall, the only section high enough.
From there, parkour your way via rooftops.
This bypasses multiple encounters and lets you set ambushes or hit rare chests before others.
Mobility Insight: Wilder’s traversal options open up huge exploit paths. Expect future patches to reduce these openings—use them while they last.
Rare Encounter: Falling Star Beast Invasion
Have you ever seen a Falling Star Beast fall from the heavens and crash mid-fight? If not, you’re not alone. Many players have never triggered this rare invasion event.
What Happens?
A comet streaks through the sky.
A beast crashes down, dealing AOE damage on impact.
It joins the fight, hostile to both player and boss.
Curiosity Note: This event was teased in the original Nightreign trailer, yet remains one of the least encountered events. Its trigger conditions are still unclear.
Walking Mausoleums: Weapon Duplication's Rarest Moment
One of the most unexpected finds in Nightreign is the Walking Mausoleum event. But in Nightreign, it may not walk.
Still Mausoleums
Players have reported finding static mausoleums, capable of duplicating weapons just like the base game. These have only been sighted once or twice across the entire player base.
Suggestion: Revisit early zones periodically. The mausoleum may appear based on server activity or world state.
Ghosted NPCs: A Glitch Reveals Their True Forms
Nightreign NPCs have a ghostly white-blue filter layered over them. One Reddit clip showed the merchant glitching—revealing normal, vibrant clothing underneath.
What We Learned:
NPCs still wear full-color models. The ghost effect is a shader overlay.
The merchant seen was wearing red, leading players to call him "Santa."
Theory: Each merchant may be color-coded. This could hint at faction alignment or future events. Keep an eye out for more visual bugs—they might reveal the lore.
Final Thoughts: Nightreign Is Still Hiding Its Secrets
With every passing week, the Nightreign DLC proves it is one of FromSoftware’s most ambitious and cryptic additions. Between patch changes, hidden boss strategies, and almost mythological events like the Falling Star Beast invasion or static mausoleums, the game continues to evolve.
If you’re exploring Nightreign casually, chances are you’ve missed over half the mechanics we covered. But with tools like the relic filter and experimental movement, you're now equipped to dive deeper, climb higher, and dominate more fiercely.
Have discoveries of your own? Share them with the community—because Elden Ring has always been better when secrets are unearthed together.
Stay sharp, Tarnished.
📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the best way to deal damage to Augur in Phase 2?
During Augur's aerial phase, target the worm-like tentacles and floating jellyfish. Their destruction triggers homing projectiles that can damage Augur without the need for traditional ranged attacks. AOE abilities are especially effective for this strategy.
How do I safely survive Holster's super slam attacks?
Stand close—but not directly underneath—Holster during both his world-tear slam and elemental charge slam. There's a safe radius around his impact zone that allows for uninterrupted DPS if you’re correctly positioned.
What’s new in Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.02?
Patch 1.02 introduces Duo Mode, a revamped relic filter system, and potential balance changes. Though labeled minor, it may shift the game’s meta significantly.
Where can I find the highest chance for legendary loot?
The mountain-top region in Shifting Earth events holds over 20 ice crystal outcrops. These nodes offer a high probability of purple and legendary item drops, especially with item discovery boosts active.
Are Spirit Springs safe during storm phases in boss fights?
No. Lightning strikes can track vertical Spirit Springs, making them vulnerable during storm phases, such as in the Adele encounter. Time your jumps carefully.
How do I find the power location in the Rotten Woods?
Use a northern flight path over the Rotten Woods to visually scan the three potential power tree locations. Look for the golden aura from above to quickly determine the active node.
Can I enter Noatio without using a boulder jump?
Yes, if you're using the Wilder class. Utilize claw-shot slingshot mechanics from the northwest wall to bypass barriers and parkour your way into the city.
What’s the deal with the Falling Star Beast invasion?
This is an ultra-rare world event where a beast crashes into the battlefield from the sky. It’s unpredictable and currently one of the rarest Nightreign encounters.
Are static Walking Mausoleums real in Nightreign?
Yes, although extremely rare. Some players have encountered non-walking mausoleums that allow one-time weapon duplication, similar to the base game.
Why do Nightreign NPCs look ghostly?
A shader overlay gives them a translucent appearance. A known bug removed this filter, revealing that NPCs still wear their standard, full-color clothing beneath.
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