Ranni the Witch's questline in Elden Ring is one of the most intricate and rewarding in the game. Completing it not only grants you valuable rewards but also unlocks the Age of Stars ending, one of the most revered and secretive endings in the game. Below is a step-by-step guide to completing Ranni's quest, along with important map locations and tips.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Reach the Three Sisters

Location: West of Caria Manor in Liurnia of the Lakes.

Before you can meet Ranni, you must defeat Royal Knight Loretta in Caria Manor. Once defeated, head towards the Three Sisters towers to the west.

At the center tower, Ranni's Rise, take the elevator up to meet Ranni the Witch at the top. Exhaust her dialogue, and she will invite you to become her servant.

You'll also meet her three loyal servants: Blaidd, Iji, and Seluvis.

2. Find Blaidd in Siofra River

Location: Siofra River.

After meeting Ranni, head to Siofra River to meet Blaidd, the half-wolf. You will find him in the Siofra River area, where he will ask for your help in finding Ranni's fate. Follow Blaidd's quest until a new event triggers, moving the story forward.

Blaidd's questline intersects with Ranni's, so make sure to keep following his journey as well.

3. Follow the Crater South of Mistwood

Location: Nokron, Eternal City.

After progressing through Blaidd's quest, you will be guided to a new area after the star falls: Nokron, Eternal City.

The crater is found south of Mistwood. Once inside, defeat the Mimic Tear boss and continue towards a bridge that leads into a grassy area. Look for the Night's Sacred Ground Site of Grace.

On the left side of this area, find a church with a Fingerslayer Blade. Take this blade back to Ranni.

4. Ranni's Rise - The Carian Inverted Statue

Location: Ranni's Rise.

Return to Ranni's Rise and present the Fingerslayer Blade. She will give you the Carian Inverted Statue, and the key Elden Ring items that open the path forward.

5. Use the Carian Inverted Statue

Location: Carian Study Hall, West Liurnia.

With the Carian Inverted Statue, head to the Carian Study Hall. The entrance is located in West Liurnia of the Lakes.

Use the statue on the altar to flip the entire study hall upside down, then proceed to the bottom and cross the bridge that leads you to the Divine Tower of Liurnia.

At the top of the Divine Tower, you'll find the Cursemark of Death on a corpse. Take this item back to Ranni.

6. Renna's Rise and Ainsel River Main

Location: Renna's Rise.

Return to the Three Sisters and head to Renna's Rise, the northernmost tower. At the top, you'll trigger a teleporting Waygate that will take you to Ainsel River Main.

Once there, interact with the Miniature Ranni Doll (it will appear next to the nearest Site of Grace). Keep talking to the doll until it responds and reveals more information.

7. Nokstella and the Baleful Shadow

Location: Nokstella, Eternal City.

After getting information from the Miniature Ranni, head to Nokstella. In the Nokstella Waterfall Basin, find a lift that leads down.

A tunnel near this location will lead you to an NPC invasion, the Baleful Shadow, who resembles Blaidd. Defeat it, and you'll receive the Discarded Palace Key.

8. Unlock the Locked Chest

Location: Raya Lucaria Grand Library.

Head to the Raya Lucaria Grand Library, where you fought Rennala, and use the Discarded Palace Key to open a locked chest.

Inside, you'll find the Dark Moon Ring.

9. The Lake of Rot

Location: Lake of Rot.

Return to the area where you fought the Baleful Shadow and proceed to the Lake of Rot. Use the stepping stones across the lake to reach the Grand Cloister building.

Inside, you'll find a coffin next to a waterfall. Get into the coffin when prompted, and it will carry you to the next location.

10. Defeat Astel, Naturalborn of the Void

Location: Astel, Naturalborn of the Void Boss Fight.

The coffin will take you to an arena where you will face Astel, a tough boss with powerful gravity-based attacks. Avoid standing directly in front of him and stay under his body to minimize damage.

After defeating Astel, use the elevator to reach the surface.

11. The Cathedral of Manus Celes

Location: Cathedral of Manus Celes.

At the surface, you'll be ambushed by a dragon, but you can bypass it and head to the Cathedral of Manus Celes in the northeast corner.

From here, drop down the ravine to find Ranni's body. Interact with it and place the Dark Moon Ring on her finger to complete her quest line.

The Age of Stars Ending

Once Ranni's questline is complete, you will unlock the Age of Stars ending, a secret and rewarding conclusion. This ending involves Ranni's ascension and the beginning of a new era where the stars guide the world, offering a more cosmic and enlightened future for the Lands Between.

By following Ranni's questline, you gain insight into the complex relationships between the game's key characters, the cosmic forces at play, and the ultimate potential for change in the world of the Elden Ring. It's a rewarding experience for players who enjoy lore-heavy quests and long, detailed storylines.