Elden Ring: Completing Sorcerer Rogier's Questline and Rewards

Sorcerer Rogier is a unique NPC in Elden Ring, a Tarnished with a vested interest in uncovering a dark mystery in the Lands Between. Following Rogier's questline offers substantial rewards, rich lore, and a deeper understanding of the pivotal events and figures before your arrival. Rogier's quest will lead you through complex areas and challenging battles, enhancing your character's abilities and progression. This guide covers each step of Rogier's quest, the items you'll earn, and where to begin.

Prerequisite: Avoid Talking to Ranni

Before starting Rogier's quest, ensure that you do not speak to Ranni the Witch in the early game. Doing so prematurely can interfere with Rogier's storyline. After clearing the initial steps with Rogier, you'll encounter Ranni as the story progresses naturally.

Step-by-Step Guide to Rogier's Questline

Step 1: Meet Rogier in Stormveil Castle

Head to Stormveil Castle and start at the Rampart Tower Site of Grace. Make your way north, descending the stairs to access the church roof. Be cautious of the Warhawks and the patrolling guards. You can either enter the church from the roof or take the ladder on the southeast side, defeating any guards along the way. Inside, you'll find Sorcerer Rogier near the table—speak to him to begin the quest.

Step 2: Defeat Godrick the Grafted

Your next task is to defeat Godrick the Grafted, the final boss of Stormveil Castle. This encounter is significantly harder than previous fights, so be prepared. Godrick's defeat is essential to advance Rogier's questline, as it unlocks a new dialogue option with him in the Roundtable Hold.

Step 3: Talk to Rogier at the Roundtable Hold

After Godrick's defeat, go to the Roundtable Hold. Rogier can be found sitting on the balcony east of the central room. Choose the “I've defeated Godrick” dialogue option, and he will reward you with Rogier's Rapier +8, an impressive weapon in its own right. This exchange also marks your progression in the questline.

Step 4: Explore Beneath Stormveil Castle

Your next task is to uncover the dark secrets hidden beneath Stormveil Castle. Teleport to the Liftside Chamber Site of Grace, then take the nearby lift down and find a ledge leading to a window on the right. Follow this path to an outdoor area with a massive hole in the ground—jump down here, fighting or evading enemies as needed. Eventually, you'll find a room with a bloodstain next to a giant face. Interact with it to gain insight into what happened to Rogier.

Step 5: Return to Rogier and Speak to Fia

Go back to Rogier at the Roundtable Hold, and he'll reveal the tragic story of the corpse below Stormveil. From here, speak with Fia, the NPC near the blacksmith. Let her embrace you, and you'll unlock the “Talk in Secret” and “About the Black Knifeprint” dialogue options. After the conversation, Fia will give you the Knifeprint Clue, pointing you to your next destination.

Step 6: Defeat the Black Knife Assassin

Head to the Black Knife Catacombs in Liurnia of the Lakes to find the Black Knife Assassin. This assassin is swift and challenging, so approach the fight with caution. Look for a room with guillotines, use the central one to lift you up, and find the boss room behind an illusory wall. Defeat the Black Knife Assassin to earn the Assassin's Cerulean Dagger and the Black Knifeprint.

Step 7: Return the Black Knifeprint to Rogier

With the Black Knifeprint in hand, go back to Rogier at the Roundtable Hold. Hand over the Black Knifeprint, and he'll thank you, setting the stage for your meeting with Ranni. Rogier will direct you to Caria Manor in the north of Liurnia of the Lakes to find her.

Step 8: Head to Caria Manor and Talk to Ranni

Travel to Caria Manor and make your way through this challenging area, battling enemies along the way. Defeat Royal Knight Loretta to access the Three Sisters towers beyond the manor. At the southwestern tower, you'll find Ranni the Witch. Speak with her, following the dialogue until she dismisses you, setting you up to report back to Rogier.

Step 9: Report to Rogier

Return to the Roundtable Hold and talk to Rogier, who encourages you to consider serving Ranni. Accepting this request will initiate Ranni's questline and deepen your ties to Rogier's mysteries and ambitions. Rogier will also offer additional lore about D and his questline, linking another piece of the puzzle.

Step 10: Return to Ranni

Travel back to Ranni and pledge your allegiance as her vassal. She will then instruct you to speak with her other followers, deepening your involvement in Ranni's broader mission and expanding the narrative's reach. After this exchange, Ranni goes into a “slumber,” allowing you to conclude Rogier's storyline.

Step 11: Conclude with Rogier

Finally, return to Rogier one last time. After a brief conversation, rest at a Site of Grace, then speak with him again. Eventually, Rogier will pass away, leaving his Spellblade set and bell bearing as parting gifts. He also leaves behind a letter revealing his connection to D's brother, concluding his story with one last layer of intrigue.

Rewards from Rogier's Quest

Throughout Rogier's questline, you'll amass valuable Elden Ring Items and Elden Ring Runes that will significantly aid your journey:

    Rogier's Rapier +8: Received upon first meeting Rogier in the Roundtable Hold.

    Assassin's Cerulean Dagger and Black Knifeprint: Acquired from defeating the Black Knife Assassin.

    Spellblade Set and Bell Bearing: Rogier's final bequest, useful for magic-based builds.

    Insight and Lore: Rogier's quest uncovers critical elements in Elden Ring's storyline, providing invaluable context and deeper lore.

Rogier's Legacy and Impact

Rogier's quest in Elden Ring not only provides tangible rewards but also unveils some of the game's most fascinating lore. His investigation into the Lands Between and its history enriches your understanding of key characters, weaving a narrative that reveals the complex past of the world. In the end, Rogier's story illustrates the tragic beauty and relentless ambition that defines many Tarnished souls.