TL;DR
- Relics are permanent passive upgrades that carry over between Expedition runs in Elden Ring Nightreign.
- Each Relic has a color — Red, Green, Blue, or Yellow — and must match your Vessel slot to be equipped.
- Relics come in three sizes: Delicate (1 effect), Polished (2 effects), and Grand (3 effects).
- You earn Relics at the end of every Expedition, win or lose — no run is wasted.
- Buy Scenic Flatstones for 600 Murk at the Small Jar Bazaar to roll random Relics fast.
- Remembrance Relics and Nightlord Relics have fixed, powerful effects and are best in class.
- Sell weak or duplicate Relics for Murk and reinvest into better rolls.
What Are Relics in Elden Ring Nightreign?
Relics are the main permanent progression system in Elden Ring Nightreign. Unlike weapons, levels, and gear — which reset at the end of every Expedition — Relics stay with you forever once you earn them. They give your Nightfarer passive bonuses before each run and can be swapped freely between Expeditions.
These bonuses range from simple stat boosts like more Vigor or Endurance, all the way to effects that fully change how a character plays. Some Relics add elemental damage to your starting weapon. Others change how your Art or character skills work. A good Relic setup can be the difference between clearing a Nightlord and getting wiped on Night 2.
You equip Relics through the Relic Rites menu in Roundtable Hold. Look for the blue-flamed altar near the round table itself. You can also access it from the main menu before heading into a run.
What Are Relic Colors and Rarity Tiers in Elden Ring Nightreign?
Every Relic has a color that determines which Vessel slot it can go into. There are four Relic colors in Nightreign:
- Red — Burning Scene: Tends to carry physical attack and melee-focused passives.
- Green — Tranquil Scene: Linked to HP, stamina, and defensive passives.
- Blue — Drizzly Scene: Associated with sorcery, incantations, and FP-related effects.
- Yellow — Luminous Scene: Carries utility bonuses, support effects, and some unique Nightfarer passives.
Each Nightfarer has three Relic slots on their Vessel, each with its own color. You can only slot a Relic into a matching color slot. This means you cannot just equip any Relic on any character — you need to match the colors first.
Relics also come in three size tiers that determine how many passive effects they carry:
- Delicate (Small): Grants 1 passive effect.
- Polished (Medium): Grants 2 passive effects.
- Grand (Large): Grants 3 passive effects.
Grand Relics are what you are always chasing. The more effects on a single Relic, the more value you get from one slot. Always prioritize rolling Grand versions of useful Scene Relics when farming.
What Are the Different Types of Relics in Elden Ring Nightreign?
There are several distinct Relic categories in Nightreign. Each has a different source and a different level of power. Knowing which type to target first saves a lot of time.
Common Scene Relics
These are the Relics you will pick up most often. They come from Expeditions or from buying Scenic Flatstones at the Small Jar Bazaar. Their effects are randomized from a shared pool. The same passive can appear on any color Relic, so what you roll is never guaranteed. A Grand version with strong effects and a matching color is the goal here.
Nightfarer Remembrance Relics
These are among the most powerful Relics in the game. You earn them by completing Remembrance Quests for each Nightfarer. They have fixed effects tied to that specific character, meaning the bonus is always the same and always useful for that class. For example, completing the first Wylder Remembrance Quest gives a Relic that enhances follow-up attacks with the Claw Shot. You find Remembrance Quests in the Journal located between Gideon Ofnir’s Study and the Library in Roundtable Hold.
Nightlord Relics
Defeating a Nightlord for the first time always drops a unique Relic with fixed effects. There are eight of these boss Relics in total — one per Nightlord. These are strong options for almost any build and do not rely on RNG at all. A standout early example is the Knight of the Beast Relic dropped by Gladius. It restores stamina on every attack and adds fire damage to your starting weapon, which is a fantastic combination for aggressive melee builds.
Collector Signboard Relics
After defeating Everdark Sovereign versions of Nightlords, you earn Sovereign Sigils. You spend these at the Collector Signboard outside Roundtable Hold to buy Dark Night versions of boss Relics and other powerful options. These have fixed effects and offer reliable build variety without relying on random drops. Check our Everdark Sovereign schedule and rewards guide for the full breakdown on how to farm Sigils efficiently.
Deep Relics
Deep Relics are a special type exclusive to the Deep of Night game mode. They carry stronger versions of existing Relic effects but come with a built-in negative drawback to offset the power. They fit into exclusive slots that only unlock after your first Deep of Night Expedition. Deep Relics do not apply during regular Expedition gameplay, so treat them as a separate system entirely.
How Do Vessels Work in Elden Ring Nightreign?
A Vessel is the container that holds your equipped Relics. Every Nightfarer starts with a single Vessel — usually an Urn — that has three color-coded slots. The color layout of that starting Vessel is set by class. For example, Raider begins with one red slot and two green slots.
You can unlock additional Vessels for each character by defeating Nightlords, purchasing them from the Small Jar Bazaar, or completing Remembrance Quests. Each new Vessel comes with a different color combination, which lets you slot Relics that your starting Vessel could not hold. Always check whether your current Vessel layout fits the best Relics you own. If it does not, look for a Vessel with a better color mix.
Some Vessels called Goblets let you change the color of individual Relic slots. Goblets are available at the Small Jar Bazaar after defeating Gladius for the first time. Chalices, which work the same way, are earned through completing Remembrance Quests. Use these to recolor slots and fit Relics that would otherwise be locked out.
How to Get Relics in Elden Ring Nightreign
There are multiple ways to build your Relic collection. Here is every method available and how much value each one delivers.
Complete Expeditions to Earn Relics
Every Expedition rewards Relics at the end, no matter what happens. Even if your team dies on Night 1, you still walk away with at least one low-tier Relic. The further you go, the better the rewards get. Reaching the Night 2 boss or pushing all the way to the Nightlord significantly improves both the quantity and quality of Relics you receive. Defeating a Nightlord on a first-time clear grants six high-rarity Relics plus the unique Nightlord Relic. No run is ever wasted.
How to Farm Relics with Scenic Flatstones
The Scenic Flatstone costs 600 Murk and transforms into a random Relic with random color, size, and effects when purchased. This is the most efficient way to farm Relics outside of active runs because you can chain-buy them whenever you have enough Murk. The Grand Scenic Flatstone always produces a 3-effect Relic, making it the top option when you are targeting Grand-tier rolls. Look for these at the bottom of the Small Jar Bazaar menu in Roundtable Hold.
Buy Fixed Relics at the Small Jar Bazaar
The Bazaar also sells Relics with fixed passives you can purchase directly for Murk. The selection expands as you defeat more Nightlords and progress through the game. These are a reliable fallback when you need a specific passive effect without gambling on random rolls.
Complete Remembrance Quests for Character Relics
Nearly every Nightfarer Remembrance Quest grants a powerful tailored Relic partway through or at completion. These are the best character-specific Relics available. Prioritize unlocking and completing them for your main Nightfarer first. Access the Journal between Gideon Ofnir’s room and the Library to track your current Remembrance progress.
Defeat Everdark Sovereigns for Sigil Relics
Clearing Everdark Sovereign encounters earns Sovereign Sigils that you spend at the Collector Signboard. The Forsaken Hollows DLC adds a new lineup of Collector Signboard Relics with offensive and class-specific effects, including powerful options for the Scholar and Undertaker. See our Forsaken Hollows DLC patch guide for everything new in that update.
How to Farm Murk Fast in Elden Ring Nightreign
Murk is the currency you need to buy Scenic Flatstones, fixed Relics, Goblets, and cosmetics. You earn it passively during Expeditions in the background — the game does not show a running total mid-run. Once the Expedition ends, your total Murk is added to your account.
The more you push through a run, the more Murk you earn. Defeating the Nightlord is the single biggest Murk payout available per Expedition. To accelerate your Murk income:
- Sell weak and duplicate Relics through the Sell tab in the Relic Rites menu. Small Relics sell for 300 Murk, medium for 700, and large for 1,100.
- Push as far as possible every run even if you are unlikely to clear it. Night 2 boss clears give meaningfully more Murk than early deaths.
- Run consistently rather than targeting perfect clears only. Regular Expedition volume adds up faster than waiting for ideal conditions.
Reinvest your Murk into Scenic Flatstones or Grand Scenic Flatstones to keep rolling for higher-tier Relics. Selling duplicates feeds directly back into more rolls, which is the core of the Relic farming loop.
What Are the Best Relics for Each Nightfarer in Elden Ring Nightreign?
The most important rule is this: always prioritize Remembrance Relics for your main character first. They have fixed effects, are designed around that class, and never waste a slot. Below are the strongest Relic options per Nightfarer based on consistent performance across builds.
Best Relics for Wylder
Wylder needs Relics that fuel his non-stop aggressive melee playstyle. His Remembrance Relic — widely called Wylder’s Earring — is the best-in-slot option available to him. It grants an extra character skill use, creates a fire area effect on Ultimate activation, and restores stamina on hits. The stamina recovery means he can keep swinging through a boss fight without ever losing momentum. For his remaining slots, look for Grand Tranquil Scene Relics with Greatsword damage bonuses and physical attack power increases.
Best Relics for Guardian
Guardian is a frontline tank and support character. His Remembrance Relic slowly restores nearby allies’ HP while his Art is active — a significant bonus in any co-op run. Pair that with a Grand Tranquil Scene Relic that improves guard counter damage and HP regen on block. His third slot works well with a Luminous Scene Relic that adds team-wide utility or defensive passives. Focus on durability and uptime over raw damage output for Guardian.
Best Relics for Raider
Raider is built to take hits and hit back harder. His Remembrance Relic increases attack power after taking damage, which fits perfectly into how Raider naturally plays. The Knight of the Beast Relic dropped by Gladius is also exceptional here — it provides stamina recovery on every attack and adds fire damage to your starting weapon. Stack a Grand Burning Scene Relic with uninterruptible attack scaling in his third slot. The gameplay loop of absorbing a hit, triggering the damage buff, and unleashing a heavy follow-up is what Raider does best.
Best Relics for Recluse
Recluse is a high-damage spellcaster and needs Magic Attack Power above everything else. Her Chapter 4 Remembrance Relic spawns Terra Magica zones when collecting affinity residue and adds +2 Magic Attack Power. Terra Magica uptime is nearly constant during combat, providing a 15% magic damage boost that stacks with everything else. Her second Relic slot should target an effect that removes the blood loss penalty on Ultimate activation — her spells heal on Ultimate use, making the drawback irrelevant and turning the effect into free attack power. Use her third slot for additional Magic Attack tier bonuses.
Best Relics for Ironeye
Ironeye rewards consistent ranged pressure and precise targeting. His best Relics extend weak point duration, add poison to charged Arts, and increase Dexterity — which scales at S tier for him. A strong option from the Collector Signboard permanently increases attack power for each Evergaol prisoner defeated during a run. Clearing Evergaols stacks up to 15% or more damage bonus by the time you reach the Nightlord, making this one of the best general-use Relics available.
Best Relics for Executor
Executor scales with Dexterity at S tier, so Dexterity-boosting Relics are the top priority in every available slot. Her Chapter 2 Remembrance Relic supports her fast-attack style with consistent bonuses. Relics that increase damage against poisoned or rotted enemies also work well here since Executor can apply status effects quickly through her rapid attack speed.
Best Relics for Duchess
Duchess needs FP regeneration and Magic Attack Power to keep her spells flowing. Her Chapter 8 Remembrance Relic is the cornerstone of her kit. A Collector Signboard Relic that increases maximum FP when equipping three or more stab weapons is a top pick for her consistent output. Fill her remaining slots with Magic Attack tier boosts. If you have access to Forsaken Hollows Collector Relics, those expand her options further with additional FP efficiency tools.
Best Relics for Revenant
Revenant’s summons are active nearly all the time, so her Chapter 1 Remembrance Relic is always on. It boosts damage while summons are present and increases rune acquisition for the entire party — making it useful in every single run without exception. Her second slot works well with a Relic that provides FP regeneration through successive melee hits, letting her stay close while summons handle aggro. Her third slot benefits from a Relic that increases maximum HP and extends item effects to teammates and summons.
Relic Tips and Best Practices for Elden Ring Nightreign
A few habits will dramatically improve your Relic progression over time. Keep these in mind as you build your collection:
- Do not sell Relics too quickly. Hold onto anything useful until you know which builds you are committing to. Some passives that seem weak early become excellent in the right combination.
- Check your Vessel color layout before buying Relics. A Relic with great effects does nothing if you cannot slot it. Upgrade your Vessel or use Goblets to make the colors work.
- Prioritize character-specific Remembrance Relics first. These always outperform random rolls on the same slot because the effect is guaranteed and designed for that class.
- Push your Expedition further before dying. Reaching Night 2 or the Nightlord dramatically increases both the rarity and quantity of Relics earned at the end of a run.
- Reinvest Murk into Scenic Flatstones regularly. The sell-and-reroll loop is the most efficient way to target Grand Relics with good passives over time.
- Check the Collector Signboard after every Everdark Sovereign clear. Those Sigils unlock some of the strongest fixed-effect Relics in the game and should not sit unspent.
