A treacherous volcanic mountain range west of Altus Plateau, home to Volcano Manor and the Blasphemous Lord Rykard.
Mt. Gelmir
80-110
Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy
Blasphemous Claw, Serpent-Hunter, Comet Azur
Mt. Gelmir is the volcanic region west of Altus Plateau, dominated by the active volcano and the infamous Volcano Manor. This area is relatively compact compared to other regions but densely packed with challenging enemies, environmental hazards (lava pools and poison swamps), and one of the most unique boss fights in Elden Ring — Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy. The region connects to the legacy dungeon of Volcano Manor, which offers an alternative entry method through a secret path from Raya Lucaria's water wheel. Mt. Gelmir rewards thorough exploration with rare sorceries, upgrade materials, and one of the best faith-scaling weapons in the game.
A poison and lava-filled river valley at the base of Mt. Gelmir. Contains the Magma Wyrm boss and several magma slugs.
The primary legacy dungeon of the region. A multi-level manor occupied by the Recusants — followers of Rykard. Features NPC invasions and the Rykard boss fight.
The underground section of Volcano Manor. Accessed via the iron maiden in the manor. Leads to the Temple of Eiglay.
A deadly catacomb with chariot traps and lava floors. Contains the Tree Sentinel armor set.
A hidden village on the cliffs of Mt. Gelmir. Home to Sorceress Sellen's original body and the Comet Azur sorcery.
The shardbearer of Mt. Gelmir. Uses the Serpent-Hunter weapon in a unique gimmick fight. Drops the Blasphemous Blade and Rykard's Great Rune.
Found in the Temple of Eiglay (Volcano Manor basement). Drops the Noble Presence incantation and a Somber Smithing Stone 7.
Found on the summit of Mt. Gelmir. Drops the Fallingstar Beast Jaw, one of the best strength weapons for staggering.
Located in the Seethewater River valley. Drops the Dragon Heart and the Magma Wyrm's Scalesword.
Located in the Hermit's Shack area. Drops the Demi-Human Queen's Staff.
Dropped by Rykard. Used to parry the Godskin Noble's attacks in the Temple of Eiglay.
A special greatspear found in the Rykard boss arena. Required to effectively damage Rykard in phase 1.
Found in Hermit Village. A legendary sorcery that fires a continuous laser beam. Requires 60 Intelligence.
Found in Volcano Manor. Used to progress Rya's questline.
Access Mt. Gelmir from the western edge of Altus Plateau near Fort Laiedd. Follow the Seethewater River valley up the mountain, clearing the Magma Wyrm and exploring the Hermit Village for Comet Azur. Enter Volcano Manor through the main entrance or the secret path (iron maiden warp from Raya Lucaria's water wheel basement). Clear the manor, defeat Rykard, and collect the Blasphemous Blade — one of the best weapons for faith builds.
Pro Tip
The secret entrance to Volcano Manor via the iron maiden in Raya Lucaria's water wheel basement is far faster than the main path. Get grabbed by the iron maiden at the bottom of the water wheel, and it will transport you directly to Volcano Manor's Prison Town. This skips most of the mountain traversal and is accessible as soon as you reach Liurnia.