Elden Ring Nightreign Everdark Sovereign Schedule

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TL;DR

Current Featured Bosses (Dec 4-11): Gladius, Beast of Night & Maris, Fathom of Night
Boss Weaknesses: Holy & Lightning damage types
Rotation Frequency: Weekly reset every Wednesday
Rewards Currency: Sovereign Sigils earned from defeating Everdark bosses
Exclusive Shop: Collector Signboard in Roundtable Hold (unlocks after first victory)
Premium Rewards: Character skins, exclusive Relics, Vessels for all 8 characters

Quick Read: 3-Minute Guide to Everdark Sovereigns

Everdark Sovereigns represent Elden Ring Nightreign’s ultimate endgame challenge—enhanced versions of standard Night Lords with significantly increased health pools and additional combat mechanics. These weekly rotating boss encounters offer exclusive cosmetics and powerful Relics unavailable through regular Expeditions.

What Makes Everdark Different

Unlike standard Nightreign Expeditions, Everdark encounters require:

Successfully surviving two full in-game days in Limveld
Reaching the third day boss encounter fully prepared
Facing amplified boss versions with new attack patterns
Coordinating around specific elemental weaknesses

Victory rewards Sovereign Sigils—special currency exclusively for purchasing premium items from the Collector Signboard shop in Roundtable Hold.

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Current Week’s Featured Everdark Sovereigns (December 4-11, 2025)

Dual Boss Encounter

Gladius, Beast of Night

Weakness: Holy damage
Boss Type: Aggressive melee combatant
Strategy Focus: Exploit Holy affinity weapons and incantations

Maris, Fathom of Night

Weakness: Lightning damage
Boss Type: Aquatic-themed enemy with fluid movement
Strategy Focus: Lightning spells, grease, and weapon buffs

Recommended Loadout Considerations

Optimal Damage Types:

Holy-infused weapons for Gladius phase
Lightning spells or weapon buffs for Maris phase
Versatile builds that can switch between damage types mid-fight

Preparation Tips:

Stock Holy Pots and Lightning Grease during Days 1-2
Prioritize FP recovery items for spell-based builds
Coordinate with teammates on damage type distribution

Complete Everdark Sovereign Rotation Schedule

Confirmed Weekly Boss Rotations

Date RangeFeatured Everdark SovereignsWeaknessesNov 6 - Nov 13Gladius, Beast of Night & Libra, Creature of NightHoly & MadnessNov 13 - Nov 20Maris, Fathom of Night & Libra, Creature of NightLightning & MadnessNov 20 - Nov 27Adel, Baron of Night & Gnoster, Wisdom of NightPoison & FireNov 27 - Dec 4Fulghor, Champion of Nightglow & Caligo, Miasma of NightLightning & FireDec 4 - Dec 11Gladius, Beast of Night & Maris, Fathom of NightHoly & Lightning

Schedule continues weekly with Wednesday rotations

Rotation Pattern Analysis

Based on observed schedules, Everdark Sovereigns appear to rotate through different pairings of the eight Night Lords, with Libra, Creature of Night appearing more frequently in early rotations. The current rotation marks the first pairing of Gladius and Maris without Libra.

Missing Everdark Variants

Not Yet Featured:

Heolstor the Nightlord – No Everdark version has appeared in rotation

This suggests future updates may introduce additional Everdark variants or rotate Heolstor into the schedule at a later date.

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Understanding Everdark Expeditions

How Everdark Differs From Standard Expeditions

Enhanced Boss Mechanics

Increased health pools (approximately 40-60% more than standard Night Lords)
Additional attack patterns unique to Everdark versions
More aggressive AI behavior
Tighter timing windows for dodge/parry opportunities

Three-Day Survival Requirement Unlike boss rush modes in other games, Everdark Expeditions maintain Nightreign’s core survival structure:

Day 1-2: Preparation Phase

Explore Limveld collecting equipment
Farm materials and upgrade gear
Locate strategic items that exploit boss weaknesses
Build optimal loadouts before final day

Day 3: Boss Encounter

Face the featured Everdark Sovereign(s)
No checkpoint saves—failure requires full restart
Victory awards Sovereign Sigils based on performance

Sovereign Sigils: Earning Premium Currency

Acquisition Methods

Primary Source: Defeating Everdark Sovereigns

Sigil quantity varies by performance metrics
Faster clear times may award bonus Sigils
Team composition and deaths potentially affect rewards

No Alternative Sources Sovereign Sigils cannot be obtained through:

Standard Expedition completions
PvP encounters
Exploration or treasure chests
Merchant purchases

This exclusivity makes Everdark victories the only path to premium shop rewards.

Collector Signboard Shop: Complete Rewards Catalog

Shop Unlock Requirements

The Collector Signboard becomes accessible in Roundtable Hold after defeating any Everdark Sovereign for the first time. The shop remains permanently available once unlocked, with inventory refreshing based on your Everdark completion achievements.

Character Vessels (4 Sigils Each)

Vessels provide character-specific passive bonuses and cosmetic variations. Each of the eight playable characters has two vessel types:

Soot-Covered Vessels (8 total – 1 per character)

Wylder, Guardian, Ironeye, Duchess, Raider, Revenant, Recluse, Executor
Cost: 4 Sigils each

Sealed Vessels (8 total – 1 per character)

Alternative versions with different visual effects
Cost: 4 Sigils each

Total Vessel Collection Cost: 64 Sovereign Sigils

Boss-Specific Relics (12 Sigils Each)

These powerful Relics unlock only after defeating their corresponding Everdark Sovereign. Each provides unique combat advantages:

Dark Night of the Baron

Requires: Everdark Adel Completion

Effect 1: Improved Critical Hits +1
Effect 2: Critical Hits earn additional Runes
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Crit-focused builds, backstab strategies

Dark Night of the Champion

Requires: Everdark Fulghor Completion

Effect 1: Increased maximum Stamina
Effect 2: Boosts Attack Power of Added Affinity Attacks
Effect 3: Defeating enemies fills Art gauge faster
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Aggressive melee builds with weapon arts

Dark Night of the Wise

Requires: Everdark Gnoster Completion

Effect 1: Increased Maximum FP
Effect 2: FP Restoration upon successive attacks
Effect 3: Max FP permanently increased after releasing Sorcerer’s Rise mechanism
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Sorcery-focused builds, spell spam strategies

Dark Night of the Fathom

Requires: Everdark Maris Completion

Effect 1: Increased maximum FP
Effect 2: Continuous HP recovery
Effect 3: Slowly restore HP for self and nearby allies when HP is low
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Support builds, co-op sustainability

Dark Night of the Miasma

Requires: Everdark Caligo Completion

Effect 1: Frostbite in vicinity conceals self (stealth bonus)
Effect 2: Starting armament inflicts Frost buildup
Effect 3: Improved Physical Damage Negation
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Stealth builds, frost status effect strategies

Dark Night of the Demon

Requires: Everdark Libra Completion

Effect 1: Taking attacks improves attack power (revenge damage)
Effect 2: Gesture “Crossed Legs” builds up Madness
Effect 3: Madness continually recovers FP
Cost: 12 Sigils
Best For: Tank builds, Madness-focused strategies

Grand Scene Relics (3 Sigils Each)

These affordable Relics provide specialized bonuses for specific playstyles and character builds:

Character-Specific Grand Relics

Grand Drizzly Scene [Wylder]

Art activation spreads fire in area
Changes compatible armament skill to Flaming Strike
Fire Attack Power Up +2
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Burning Scene [Guardian]

Reflect portion of damage when ability activated
Art gauge charged from successful guarding
Endurance +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Tranquil Scene [Duchess]

Become harder to detect after backstab critical
Improved Critical Hits
Character Skill Cooldown Reduction +2
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Tranquil Scene [Recluse]

Max FP Up with 3+ Staves Equipped
Max FP permanently increased at Sorcerer’s Rise
Magic Attack Power Up
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Burning Scene [Ironeye]

Art Charge adds Poison Effect
Attack power up vs poison-afflicted enemies
Ultimate Art Gauge +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Luminous Scene [Raider]

Extended Ultimate Art duration
Improved Colossal Weapon Attack Power
Endurance +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Drizzly Scene [Revenant]

Strengthens family/allies during Ultimate Art
Items affect all nearby allies
Start with Starlight Shards
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Luminous Scene [Executor]

Character Skill boosts attack but drains HP
HP recovery from successful guarding
Art gauge charges from guarding
Cost: 3 Sigils

Universal Grand Relics

Grand Burning Scene (Generic)

Slow HP restoration for self and allies when low HP
Improved Damage Negation at low HP
Vigor +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Tranquil Scene (Generic)

Improved Stance-Breaking when two-handing
Improved initial standard attack
Poise +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Burning Scene (Dual-Wield)

Improved Stance-Breaking with dual armaments
Stamina recovery on successful attacks
Endurance +3
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Luminous Scene (Explorer)

Attack permanently increased per Evergaol prisoner defeated
Treasure marked on map
Start with Stonesword Key
Cost: 3 Sigils

Grand Drizzly Scene (Consumable)

Start expedition with x3 Starlight Shards
Cost: 3 Sigils

Character Skins and Cosmetics

Universal Skins (All 8 Characters)

Large Scenic Flatstone

Basic cosmetic variation
Cost: 5 Sigils

Dawn Skin

Light-themed appearance for all characters
Cost: 10 Sigils

Darkness Skin

Dark-themed appearance for all characters
Premium cosmetic option
Cost: 20 Sigils

Character-Specific Skins (5 Sigils Each)

Each character has two unique cosmetic variants:

Wylder

Abysswalker
Lion Knight

Guardian

Sunlight Knight
Wayfarer

Ironeye

Ringfinger
Sellsword

Duchess

Black Leather
Wraith

Raider

Rock-Like
Catarina

Revenant

Sister in the Painting
Dragon School

Recluse

Heretic Sorcerer
Emerald Fate

Executor

Thorns
Sable Church

Total Character Skin Collection Cost: 105 Sigils (16 character-specific + 3 universal options)

Reward Priorities: Optimal Spending Strategy

Budget-Conscious Approach (First 50 Sigils)

Boss-Specific Relic for Main Build (12 Sigils)
- Choose based on preferred playstyle
- Highest gameplay impact per Sigil
3-4 Grand Scene Relics (9-12 Sigils)
- Focus on character-specific options
- Build-enabling bonuses at low cost
Essential Vessels (8-16 Sigils)
- Prioritize main characters
- Both variants if Sigils allow
One Universal Skin (10 Sigils)
- Dawn skin offers best value/aesthetics ratio

Completionist Path (200+ Sigils Required)

Phase 1: Functional Items (~100 Sigils)

All 6 boss-specific Relics: 72 Sigils
All character Vessels: 64 Sigils

Phase 2: Build Optimization (~40 Sigils)

All Grand Scene Relics: ~39 Sigils
Large Scenic Flatstone: 5 Sigils

Phase 3: Cosmetics (~125 Sigils)

All character-specific skins: 80 Sigils
Universal skins: 30 Sigils (Dawn + Darkness)

Total for Complete Collection: Approximately 265+ Sovereign Sigils

Preparation Strategies for Everdark Success

Week-Specific Planning

Check Rotation Schedule

Review upcoming boss pairings on Wednesday reset
Research boss weaknesses before attempting
Prepare appropriate damage type loadouts

Optimize for Current Bosses

Farm materials matching current week’s weaknesses
Craft consumables (Holy Pots, Lightning Grease, etc.)
Equip Talismans boosting relevant damage types

Team Composition Tips

Damage Type Coverage

Assign teammates to focus on different boss weaknesses
Ensure at least one player specializes in each required damage type
Balance between DPS and support roles

Communication Coordination

Establish aggro management strategies
Designate healing/buff responsibilities
Plan emergency revival protocols

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Preparation Errors

❌ Ignoring Boss Weaknesses

Bringing non-optimized damage types significantly extends fights
Longer battles increase mistake likelihood

❌ Insufficient FP Management

Everdark battles demand sustained damage output
Running out of FP mid-fight often leads to wipes

❌ Poor Day 1-2 Resource Gathering

Rushing to Day 3 without proper equipment handicaps success
Take time to farm optimal gear during preparation phase

Combat Mistakes

❌ Overcommitting to Damage Windows

Everdark bosses punish greed with enhanced attacks
Play conservatively, prioritize survival over DPS

❌ Neglecting Team Positioning

Clumping enables boss AoE attacks to hit multiple players
Spread appropriately while maintaining buff/heal range

❌ Panic Rolling

Enhanced boss combos catch panic rolls
Learn attack patterns, time dodges deliberately

Bottom Line: Maximizing Everdark Sovereign Rewards

Everdark Sovereigns represent Elden Ring Nightreign’s premier endgame content, offering exclusive cosmetics and powerful Relics unavailable elsewhere. Success requires:

Strategic Planning

Weekly rotation awareness
Weakness-optimized loadouts
Coordinated team composition

Execution Excellence

Disciplined three-day preparation
Conservative combat approach
Effective team communication

Reward Optimization

Prioritize gameplay-impacting Relics
Budget Sigils for character-specific builds
Save cosmetics for after functional items

With consistent weekly participation and strategic Sigil spending, players can gradually unlock the complete Collector Signboard inventory while mastering Nightreign’s most challenging encounters.

Quick Reference: This Week’s Checklist

✓ Boss Weaknesses: Holy (Gladius) & Lightning (Maris)
✓ Rotation Ends: December 11, 2025
✓ Recommended Prep: Holy/Lightning damage consumables
✓ First-Time Players: Unlock Collector Signboard with any victory
✓ Priority Rewards: Boss-specific Relics (12 Sigils each)
✓ Budget Option: Grand Scene Relics (3 Sigils each)

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