Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

How to Solve the Ruins Map

Elden Ring - How to Get and Solve the Ruins Map

The Ruins Map is the first of three maps obtained during Ymir's NPC Quest in the Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree. Read on to learn how to solve the Ruins Map, how to find the location it marks, and the rewards for blowing the hanging bell it leads to.

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How to Solve the Ruins Map

Go to the Finger Ruins of Riah to Solve the Map Clue

Elden Ring - Ruins Map Location Directions

The first Ruins Map you get from Count Ymir points you in the direction of the Finger Ruins of Rhia at the southern end of the Realm of Shadow. You will need to pass from the Cerulean Coast in order to reach it.

Ruins Map Walkthrough
1
Get the Ruins Map and Hole-Laden Necklace from Count Ymir. Speak to him at the Cathedral of Manus Metyr to get both items.
2 Ruins Map 1 - Giant Stone Coffin
Teleport to the Cerulean Coast Cross and follow the eastern shoreline up to a giant beached stone coffin to reach the Finger Ruins of Rhia Site of Grace.
3 Ruins Map 1 - Hanging Bell
Interact with the hanging bell in the northern section of the ruins, identified by a formation of pinched fingers, and receive the Crimson Seed Talisman +1.

Return to Ymir to Get Your Rewards

Once you've rung the bell at the Finger Ruins of Riah, teleport back to the Cathedral of Manus Metyr and speak to Ymir. After praising you for ringing the bell, he will give you the Beloved Stardust talisman and the Ruins Map (2nd) for the next part of his quest.

Additionally, you will also unlock the Glintstone Nail and Glintstone Nails sorceries from his shop.

How to Get the Ruins Map

Start Ymir's Questline at the Cathedral of Manus Metyr

Elden Ring - Count Ymir NPC

The Ruins Map is a key item that clues you in on the location of the hanging bells during Count Ymir's NPC quest. Find Ymir in the Cathedral of Manus Metyr, and he will give the Ruins Map to you during your first conversation.

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Ruins Map Overview

Elden Ring - Ruins Map
Item Ruins Map
Item Type Info Item
Description
A simple old map, faded and dirty. Acquired from Count Ymir, High Priest.
Indicates the location of a hallowed ruin.
"I only wish to be of service."

The Ruins Map can be found and viewed from the Info tab at the end of your Inventory screen (to the right of the Talismans tab).

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