Catherine HuTheSummary: This guide covers everything about Elden Ring spells, including how to use and obtain them, leveling up, a complete spell list, character development tips, and improving gameplay with Xmod .
In Elden Ring, spells are powerful spells that use the power of Faith to heal, buff allies, and unleash devastating elemental or holy attacks. Whether you’re a dedicated priest calling upon the blessings of the Erd Tree or a dragon cultist wielding fire and rot, mastering spells can turn the tide of battle in your favor.
This guide will tell you everything you need to know about spells, from how to cast them and increase their effectiveness to where to find the most valuable support spells in the Lands Between.
Whether you’re just starting out or perfecting your Faith, this is your go-to resource to help you become a true miracle worker in Elden Ring .
Table of contents
How to Use Spells in Elden Ring
How to get spells in Elden Ring
Is it possible to level up spells in Elden Ring?
List of all spells in Elden Ring
Tips for Creating a Spell-Focused Character
How to Improve Elden Ring Gameplay with XMOD
Conclusion
How to Use Spells in Elden Ring
Spells are a type of magic in Elden Ring that require a Holy Seal to cast and typically scale with your Faith . They include a wide range of effects such as healing, buffs, fire/lightning damage, and status effects.
- Equip a Holy Seal. Obtain a Holy Seal, such as the Finger Seal (sold by the Twin Shell Maidens or Brother Korhin). Equip it in either hand.
- Increasing the Faith Stat Make sure your Faith stat meets the minimum requirement for the spell you want to cast.
- Memorize spells in the Place of Grace. Rest in the Place of Grace → Select “Memorize Spell” → Use spells available to you (limited by memory slots).
- Assign and use spells. Use the D-Pad (up) to cycle through your memorized spells. Press R1/RB (or the spell casting button) to activate the selected spell while holding the Holy Seal.
- Keep an eye on your FP and stamina. Each use consumes FP (blue bar), and some require HP or stamina . Use vials of azure tears to restore magicka.
How to get spells in Elden Ring
There are several ways to get spells in the game, especially if you build the game around Faith .
Here’s how:
1. Buy from NPC vendors
- Brother Korhin – found in the Round Table Hold.
- Miriel, Pastor of the Vows – located in the Church of the Vows.
- Gauri – in Ceilidh sells unique spells based on decay.
- Turtle Papa – Casts spells after you give him prayer books.
2. Hand in your prayer books
Find prayer books during your travels (such as the Dragon Cult Prayer Book , Divine Skin Prayer Book ) and give them to merchants such as Korhin or Miriel to unlock new spells.
3. Quest rewards
Completing some NPC quests will reward you with rare or exclusive spells.
4. Research and extraction
Dungeons, catacombs, and hidden places often contain powerful spells as loot.
Is it possible to level up spells in Elden Ring?
You can’t directly level up the spells themselves, but you can increase their effectiveness in a few ways:
1. Improve the Sacred Seals
Use smithing stones at the blacksmith to upgrade your Holy Seal. A higher level seal will greatly increase your spell damage and healing.
2. Increase your faith score
The effectiveness of many spells primarily depends on Faith , so increasing this stat increases the power and effectiveness.
3. Use power-up equipment
Use items that increase the power of the spell:
- Talisman from Flock’s canvas – increases the power of spells.
- Radagon’s Badge – Reduces the casting time of a spell.
- Relic “Two Fingers” – strengthens faith.
4. Use spell enhancements
Before battle, use the spells Flame, Give Me Strength, or Golden Vow to boost both attack and defense.
List of all spells in Elden Ring
The list of all spells in Elden Ring provides a complete overview of the various spells available, detailing their effects, requirements, and how they can be used to enhance different playstyles.
1. Refusal
Rejection is a Two-Finger spell that creates a powerful shockwave that knocks enemies back and knocks down weaker ones. While it does minimal damage, it has excellent crowd control, making it ideal for clearing out areas when surrounded. It is especially effective in open-world fights where enemies are attacking the player. The spell costs 24 FP and requires 12 Faith to cast. It can be purchased from Brother Korhin in the Round Table Fortress for 600 Runes. For those looking for an upgraded version, Wrath of Gold offers similar knockback with added Holy damage, making it a worthy successor in a proper Faith-based build.
2. Darkness
Darkness is a unique spell from Two Fingers that does no damage but creates a cloud that de-threats enemies by distracting them from the player. This allows players to slip away or sneak up on enemies to land critical hits from behind. Costing 18 Faith and 24 FP, this spell is perfect for sneaking around or dodging tough fights. It is also great for stealth in PvP. Darkness can be acquired from Brother Corhin or Mirielle by giving the Assassin’s Prayer Book, which is found behind the second door of the Imp Statue in the Round Table Keep basement. While this spell is not lethal, its utility makes it a must for Faith-based tactical builds.
3. Harmful topics
Threads of the Blight, a spell from the Servants of Rot, fires sticky, piercing threads towards enemies, perfect for bosses or large enemies with multiple hitboxes. Each thread can hit multiple times due to the segmented hitboxes of large enemies, dealing high total damage. The spell costs 29 FP and only requires 11 Faith to cast, making it accessible to many builds. The spell is great for ranged combat, and is especially effective against Dragons and Giants. Players can purchase Threads of the Blight from Gauri in Sellia after completing Millicent’s quest and giving her the Valkyrie Prosthetic. It is a versatile offensive tool that is especially effective in special fights that require high durability.
4. Swarm of flies
Swarm of Flies is a blood spell that summons a homing swarm of Bloodflies that deals damage and quickly increases Hemorrhage. It costs 24 FP, 11 Faith, and 16 Arcane to cast. This spell is especially effective against bosses vulnerable to bleed, including Mog himself. Its tracking ability ensures that even agile targets are hit, making it useful in both PvE and PvP. Found in Mogwyn Palace, on a corpse near the eastern wall of Blood Marsh, this spell rewards exploration. Swarm of Flies is a deadly choice for those who use Arcane magic to profit from blood loss.
5.Golden barrier
Golden Barrier is a powerful defensive spell from Erdtree that significantly reduces magic damage for a period of time. It is very effective against magic-using bosses like Rennal or the Glintstone Dragons. With a modest FP cost of 13 and a Faith requirement of 24, it fits into most mid- to late-game builds. This spell is especially useful in multiplayer or multiplayer battles with a lot of summons where magical threats are present. To obtain it, players must defeat the Ghost of Godfrey in Leindell, the Royal Capital, and then find the invisible Teardrop Scarab near the secret stairs and elevator. Golden Barrier is invaluable when facing enemies or in areas where magic is prevalent.
6. Crucible Aspects: Tail
Aspects of the Crucible: Tail is a powerful spell from Erdtree that creates a ghostly tail that strikes at enemies. While the damage is moderate, the spell does a great job of stunning and knocking down enemies, especially when fully charged. It’s a great option for disrupting groups or stronger melee enemies. The spell costs 42 FP and requires 27 Faith, making it more suitable for Faith-focused builds. Found in Stormhill Evergaol after defeating the Crucible Knight, the fight can be challenging for newer players, but the reward is a versatile tool for stunning enemies and manipulating melee combat.
7. Rings of Light of Radagon
Radagon’s Rings of Light is a flashy Golden Order spell that emits a large ring of holy energy from the caster, damaging all enemies in the radius. While powerful, it is ineffective due to widespread Holy Resistance, especially in late-game zones. It costs 37 FP and requires investment in both Faith and Intellect (31 each), making it exclusive to hybrid builds. This spell is great for clearing out monsters and has a great visual effect. To obtain it, give the Golden Order’s Prayerbook of Principles from Erdtree’s Shrine to Brother Korhin or Miriel. When properly built, it is a strong AOE option.
8. The Lord’s Healing
Lord’s Healing is a powerful Golden Order healing spell that restores a large amount of HP to the caster and nearby allies, including summoned spirits. It costs 45 FP and requires 20 Faith, making it one of the most effective high-health healing spells. This spell is ideal for co-op games, Spirit Ash-heavy builds, or long dungeon runs. It synergizes well with passive FP restoration tools like Sacrificial Axe. Lord’s Healing is unlocked after reaching the Altus Plateau and handing in the Two-Fingered Prayer Book (found in Leindell’s Fortified Estate) to Brother Korhin or Mirielle. A must-have for support-oriented players.
9. Erdtree Hill
Erdtree’s Heal is a powerful healing spell that restores a huge amount of health to the caster and their allies. It costs 50 FP and requires 42 Faith. It is intended for high-level support builds or for healing the clan during difficult boss fights. This spell is an upgrade to Lord’s Heal, offering even more effective healing at the cost of reduced effectiveness. It is best suited for fights with constant damage or for multiplayer support roles. To find Erdtree’s Heal, travel to the Queen’s Chamber in Leindell, the capital of Ash, accessible only after defeating the Fire Giant. It is the pinnacle of faith-based healing spells.
10. Light the Flame
Blazing Flame is a simple yet very effective Fire Monk spell that creates a quick burst of fire at close range. Despite its short cast range, its low FP cost (17) and fast animation make it great for quick, repeated use. It is especially useful in tight spaces or during aggressive melees where other spells may be too slow. Ideal for early fights and usable throughout the entire run, this spell can also be charged for a small power boost. It is a starting spell for the Prophet class and can also be purchased from Brother Korhin in the Round Table Keep for only 600 Runes.
11. Lightning Spear
Lightning Spear is a classic Dragon Cult spell that summons a bolt of lightning to hurl at enemies. Costing 28 EP and requiring 17 Faith, it is an affordable and versatile ranged attack. The charged bolt strikes from above, damaging nearby enemies in a small radius. Notably, it does not induce evasion in AI enemies, making it more stable than most projectiles. This makes Lightning Spear ideal for dispatching slow or magic immune enemies. The spell is unlocked after giving the Dragon Cult Prayer Book to Brother Korhin or Mirielle, who can be found near the artist’s hut in Liurnia of the Lakes.
12.Disc of Light
Disc of Light is a Golden Order spell that throws a glowing disc of Holy energy forward before it boomerangs back to the caster. At only 20 FP and double the INT/FAITH requirement (13 each), it’s effective and reusable. The disc can hit enemies twice – outward and back – and its trajectory adjusts to the caster’s movement, making it useful for hitting groups of targets. It also staggers slightly and synergizes with Parry spells to create bonus combos. The spell can be purchased from Brother Korhin for 11,000 Runes after he combines with the Golden Mask, expanding the ranged support caster’s toolkit.
13.Triple Rings of Light
Triple Rings of Light acts as a powered-up version of Disc of Light, releasing three holy rings in a cone that return to the caster. Each ring deals damage on its way out and back, making this spell ideal for dealing with groups or dealing repeated blows to a single enemy. With a higher FP cost (28) and significant dual stat requirements (23 INT and FAITH), it’s suited for late-game Gold Order builds. Like its predecessor, it can trigger spell parry effects, dealing additional damage. Found in Elfael, Brace of Haligthri, behind the door with the Stone Sword Key.
14. The Golden Vow
Golden Vow is a powerful spell from Erdtree that increases both the attack and defense of the caster and nearby allies. Requiring 25 Faith and 50 Physical Strength, it increases attack by 15% and reduces damage by 10% in PvE (7.5%/5% in PvP), making it an ideal spell to use before boss fights or in difficult areas. While the casting time is long, a high Agility can help mitigate this. This effect also stacks with other enhancements such as Flame and Empower Me. Golden Vow is found in the Corpse Stench Hut in Mount Gelmir and can be picked up without killing the NPC guarding it.
15. Flame, grant me strength
Flame, Empower Me is a Fire Monk spell that increases Physical and Fire damage by 20% (15% in PvP) for a short time. With a reasonable FP cost of 16 and a Faith requirement of 15, this spell is a great damage boost for both melee and Fire builds. It combines with Golden Vow for an even more devastating effect. The spell is located behind Fort Gael in Ceilidh, between two Fire Chariots guarding a corpse. While this is a dangerous location, brave players can find it early in the game. Its ease of use and massive damage boost make it a top-notch buff spell.
16. Honed bolt
Sharpened Bolt is a Cult of the Dragon spell that calls down a bolt of lightning directly above an enemy, striking them from above. It costs 29 FP to cast and requires 24 Faith. This spell is great for evading cover and terrain, as it grabs enemies even behind obstacles. It can be cast quickly, providing continuous pressure, making it effective against evasive or shielded enemies. Ideal for both PvP and PvE, Sharpened Bolt complements builds that emphasize mobility and ranged attacks. This spell becomes available after bringing a Cult of the Dragon prayer book to Brother Korhin or Mirielle, who can teach it the runes.
17. Glitter Breath
Breath of Glimmerstone is a Dragonflight spell that deals constant magic damage in a wide cone, useful against enemies resistant to Fire or Holy. Costing 15 Faith, 12 Arcane, and costing 40 FP, it functions similarly to Dragonfire but deals magic-type damage, expanding the elemental capabilities of the Faith caster. The breath can be held to maintain the attack, making it ideal for closing off an area or taking out large enemies. It can be learned at the Dragonflight Cathedral in Ceilidh for 1 Dragon Heart. Despite the high cost, the damage type and duration of the spell make it a great choice for Arcane/Faith hybrid builds.
18. Rotten Breath and Exix’s Decay
Putrid Breath and Exikes’ Decay are two Dragonflight spells that inflict the powerful Crimson Rot status effect, perfect for slowly chipping away at bosses and high-health enemies. Putrid Breath costs 48 FP (15 Faith, 12 Arcane), while Exikes’ Decay is a stronger variant that costs 60 FP (23 Faith, 15 Arcane). Both release clouds of deadly rot that linger and infect anything they touch. These spells are especially effective against General Radan and other tough enemies. Putrid Breath is available for 1 Dragon Heart, while Exikes’ Decay costs 2, after defeating Putrid Exikes outside the Dragonflight Cathedral in Ceilidh.
19. Crucible Aspect: Horns
Crucible Aspect: Horns is a powerful spell from Erdtree that creates a massive horn from the caster’s shoulder that can lunge forward, knocking back enemies and throwing them off balance. The spell is expensive (48-60 FP) and requires 27 Faith, making it a good choice for Strength/Faith hybrids. While slower to cast, the resulting charge allows for control of space and creates weak spots for larger or shielded enemies. The spell is unlocked by defeating the Crucible Knight in Stormveil Castle, which can be accessed via a hidden path with birds and barrels. The Crucible Knight’s armor provides bonus damage, making it even more valuable for full Crucible builds.
Lannsix’s Glaive is a powerful Dragon Cult spell in Elden Ring that excels at dealing area-of-effect damage to groups of enemies. When cast, it creates a glaive of red lightning that the caster swings forward, releasing a wide cone of lightning that hits multiple enemies. This spell is especially useful for crowd control and effectively clearing enemies. It also grants hyper armor while attacking, allowing the caster to withstand attacks without hindrance. To obtain the spell, players must defeat the ancient dragon Lannsix, who resides in the Altus Plateau.
“Flames of Madness” – A versatile “Flames of Madness” spell that unleashes multiple bolts of yellow flame from the caster’s eyes. This spell can be charged, increasing the range and number of bolts without any additional energy cost, making it ideal for both AoE damage and targeted attacks on large enemies. The spell also inflicts the Madness effect on enemies and the caster. To obtain “Flames of Madness”, players must explore Kallu’s Baptismal Church in the Weeping Peninsula, where it is guarded by rabid rats.
22.Mad explosion
“Frenzy Blast” is a Frenzy Blast spell that fires a rapid stream of fiery projectiles from the caster’s eyes, dealing accurate and rapid damage. When charged, the spell deals increased damage and high stamina damage to enemies blocking with shields, making it ideal for breaking through defenses. This ability is especially effective against enemies protected by shields, stunning them and leaving them vulnerable to subsequent attacks. Players can obtain Frenzy Blast by defeating the Tear Scarab near the rabid rats south of the Church of the Forbidden in Liurnia of the Lake.
23. Lightning Spear of the Ancient Dragons
Ancient Dragon Lightning Spear is a Cult of the Dragon spell that summons crimson lightning around the caster, making it devastating against large enemies and groups. Although the lightning strikes randomly, using it against large enemies or dragons guarantees multiple hits, dealing massive damage. The spell requires a significant investment of Faith and can be obtained by giving the Book of Prayers of the Ancient Dragons to Brother Korhin or Mirielle after finding it in the Crumbling Farum of Azul. It costs 10,000 Runes to learn and adds a powerful option to Lightning-based builds.
24. Flame of the giants
Flame of the Giants are two Fire Giant spells that deal massive Fire damage. They can unleashes a multitude of fire projectiles, effectively hitting groups or large enemies. These spells are useful for farming animals or groups of enemies, and complement Fire builds. Players must obtain the Prayer Book of the Giants by defeating Chief Keeper Arganti at the top of the Guardian’s Garrison, and then turn it in to Brother Corhin or Miriel to learn the spells for 10,000 and 13,000 Runes, respectively.
25. Dragon Fire and Dragon Ice
Dragonfire and Dragonice are Draconic Warfare spells that summon a dragon’s head to attack with fire or ice breath. Both spells cover a large area and deal constant damage, making them great for crowd control and breaking through groups. They consume a significant amount of energy to channel, but deal high damage in short bursts. To learn them, players must obtain Dragon Hearts, which are obtained from boss dragons such as Greyall, Flying Dragon Agil, or Smarag of the Shinystone. Dragonfire can be purchased from the Draconic Warfare Church in Limgrave, while Dragonice can be purchased from the Draconic Warfare Cathedral in Ceilidh.
26. Greyall’s Roar
Greyall’s Roar is an expensive but effective Dragonbond spell that weakens groups of enemies, reducing their attack and defense stats. The spell’s powerful roar affects all enemies within its radius, making it invaluable when fighting large groups or powerful enemies. The spell’s high cost is justified by its strategic advantage: weakened enemies become much easier to defeat. To obtain the spell, players must collect three Dragon Hearts and visit the Cathedral of Dragonbond in Ceilidh after defeating Greyall, the Mother of Dragons, who drops several Dragon Hearts upon defeat.
27. Gurrank’s Beast Claw
Gurrank’s Beast Claw is a Beast spell known for its devastating long-range attack. It releases a wide cone of ripping waves of claws that effectively stagger and damage enemies, making it an excellent crowd-clearing tool. The spell can be charged to increase its range and power. Players obtain this spell by completing Gurrank’s questline, which gives him five Death Roots found in Elden Ring. Be careful not to kill Gurrank during the quest, as he must survive to obtain all of the Death Roots and teach this powerful spell.
28. Bloodfire Blade
Bloodfire Blade is a versatile Beast spell that temporarily imbues the player’s right-hand weapon with Fire Damage and Hemorrhage. It stacks Hemorrhage effects on weapons with Innate Bleeding, increasing damage over time, and enhances weapons with high attack speeds, such as Dual Blades. Fire damage increases with Faith, increasing its effectiveness. This spell is easily acquired by defeating the Teardrop Scarab near the Church of the Rose in Liurnia of the Lake, requiring only moderate Faith and Arcane. It also offers some fun RPG potential by turning Dual Blades into “double-bladed lightsaber” style weapons.
29.Black Blade
Black Blade is a powerful spell from Erdtree that harnesses the power of Fated Death. It summons a red blade that performs a spinning attack and fires a projectile, dealing significant Light damage. The spell applies two debuffs: temporarily reducing the enemy’s Max Health by 10% and inflicting a Health Drain effect that deals damage based on their Max Health. This makes it especially effective against tough enemies. The debuffs stack with Maliketh’s Black Blade and Black Knife, but no more than twice. Black Blade can be learned by trading in Memory of Black Blade.
Tips for Creating a Spell-Focused Character
To create an effective spellcaster in Elden Ring , prioritize boosting your Faith and Reason stats : Faith increases spell power, while Reason increases your FP pool to cast spells more often. Invest in Endurance to wear heavier armor without losing mobility, and Tenacity to increase your survivability.
Use a Holy Seal that scales with Faith, such as Erddrev or Seal of the Godslayer, and upgrade it regularly. Use a mix of offensive spells like Lannsax Glaive or Flame of Fury, as well as buffs and heals like Flame, Grant Me Strength to stay versatile. Manage your FP effectively with Talismans like Crest of the Carian Filigree or Icon of Radagon. Increase melee power with weapon buffs like Bloodfire Blade, and maintain balanced armor for defense and quick evasion.
Use Ashes of War and Faith-boosting talismans like Talisman of the Flock’s Canvas to further enhance your power. Consider hybrid builds that combine spells with melee or summoning for flexibility, and practice proper casting timing and positioning to maximize spell effectiveness and minimize vulnerability.
How can you improve your Elden Ring gameplay with X -mod?
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Conclusion
Mastering spells in Elden Ring opens up powerful new ways to overcome challenges and customize your playstyle. Learning how to obtain, upgrade, and use these spells effectively, as well as creating a Faith-focused character, will greatly expand your combat capabilities. Tools like XMOD will help you personalize your gameplay even further. Whether you’re new to spells or looking to improve your skills, understanding these elements will help you make the most of Elden Ring’s rich magic system.
