Elden Ring

Smoldering Church Location and What to Do

Smoldering Church is a Point of Interest in Elden Ring that can be found in Caelid. Read on to learn more about Smoldering Church, including its location on the map, what to do here, and obtainable items!

Smoldering Church Location

How to Get to Smoldering Church

Smoldering Church

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Type Point of Interest
Region Caelid
Location First structure you see upon entering Caelid for the first time from Limgrave. Located to the left of the main path into Caelid.
Boss Anastasia, Tarnished-Eater

What to Do in Smoldering Church

Defeat Anastasia, Tarnished-Eater

Anastasia, Tarnished-Eater

Tips for Beating Anastasia, Tarnished-Eater
Check IconTake advantage of her slow attacks with your own backstrikes
Check IconDo NOT let her break your stance or you die
Check IconHave at least a medium roll speed to avoid her greatsword

She will appear in front of the church ruins as you approach them, so don't count on being able to rest at the Smoldering Church Site of Grace. Instead, use one of the other nearby Sites of Grace in preparation for the fight.

How to Beat Anastasia, Tarnished-Eater: Boss Fight Guide

Obtain Nomadic Warrior's Cookbook 14 and Missionary's Cookbook 3

Obtain Cookbooks

Here, you will be able to obtain both the Nomadic Warrior's Cookbook 14 and Missionary's Cookbook 3, which unlock crafting options for you.

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