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Unlocking all endings in Elden Ring is a journey that demands not only persistence but also a clear understanding of the game’s intricate lore, questlines, and branching choices. As someone who has spent hundreds of hours in the Lands Between, experimenting with different builds and outcomes, I can confidently guide you through the essential strategies to experience every major ending in the game. Whether you're after the standard Elden Lord ending or one of the more hidden paths, this guide will ensure you're well-equipped—both narratively and in terms of Elden Ring Items and Elden Ring Runes.

Here are seven strategies to help you unlock all endings in Elden Ring:

1. Complete All Major NPC Questlines

Many endings are tied directly to the fates of major NPCs like Ranni the Witch, Fia, and the Dung Eater. Missing a step in their questlines could lock you out of specific conclusions.

Personal Tip: I missed Ranni’s questline on my first playthrough because I didn't return to Nokron after Radahn. Don’t make that mistake—explore thoroughly and revisit old areas after key bosses.

2. Keep Multiple Save Files or Use Cloud Backups

To avoid repeating dozens of hours just to see a different ending, back up your save files before major decisions or final boss fights.

Personal Tip: Before taking on the final boss, I copied my save to a USB. This allowed me to reload and trigger both the Age of Fracture and the Age of Order endings in the same playthrough.

3. Collect Specific Elden Ring Items Tied to Endings

Certain endings require key items, such as Mending Runes or items obtained through hidden questlines. For instance, Fia’s ending requires the Mending Rune of the Death-Prince, which you receive only if you follow her storyline all the way through.

Keeping a stock of crucial Elden Ring Items not only enhances your survivability but also helps with progression through these questlines.

4. Don’t Neglect Elden Ring Runes Farming

Earning enough Elden Ring Runes is essential if you want to have the flexibility to experiment with different builds and take on late-game content, which is often required to unlock some endings.

Personal Tip: I used U4GM to optimize my Rune farming strategy. It helped me reach a power level where I could comfortably explore optional and hidden zones—many of which are required for alternate endings.

5. Understand Your Dialogue Choices

Many players don’t realize that dialogue choices matter significantly. A wrong response can lock you out of a questline entirely. Take notes or consult reliable guides to make the right decisions.

Personal Experience: I learned this the hard way with the Frenzied Flame ending. Interacting with the Three Fingers prematurely locked me into that path. Be cautious with irreversible decisions.

6. Use Respec to Access Different Build-Dependent Endings

Certain bosses and questlines are more manageable with specific builds. Respecting your character using Larval Tears allows you to adapt and continue progressing smoothly.

Having access to various Elden Ring Items, such as gear for Faith builds or sorcery-enhancing talismans, ensures that you can take on any challenge tied to an ending route.

7. Rely on the Community and Tools Like U4GM

Unlocking all endings in Elden Ring is a monumental task. Platforms like U4GM offer not only tips and guides but also help in acquiring hard-to-get Elden Ring Runes and gear necessary to survive in tougher zones like Mohgwyn Palace or the Consecrated Snowfield.

Personal Experience: When I was struggling with Rune farming late-game, U4GM gave me the insights and support I needed to continue leveling up and stay powerful enough to chase down multiple endings without frustration.

Seeing all of Elden Ring’s endings is one of the most rewarding experiences FromSoftware has to offer. Each outcome provides a different philosophical reflection on the game’s central themes of decay, rebirth, and power. With the right strategy, enough Elden Ring Runes, and an arsenal of critical Elden Ring Items, you’ll be well on your way to uncovering every narrative thread the game has to offer.

Take your time, explore deeply, and let the world of the Lands Between fully unfold before you. And when in doubt, remember—U4GM has your back.