In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, summoning new Spirit Ashes is an essential mechanic for enhancing your gameplay experience. Below is a comprehensive guide detailing how to obtain, summon, and upgrade these new Spirit Ashes.

Obtaining New Spirit Ashes

To harness the power of new Spirit Ashes, you first need to locate and acquire them. Here are the new Spirit Ashes available in the DLC and how to obtain them:

1. Man-Fly Ashes
– Location: Village of the Flies
– Method: Defeat the Man-Flies and Shadow Casters located at the upper section of the village.

2. Spider Scorpion Ashes
– Location: Ancient Ruins of Rauh
– Method: Search the area inhabited by numerous Spider Scorpions to find the Spirit Ash.

3. Fingercreeper Ashes
– Location: Near the Fingerstone Hill Site of Grace
– Method: Head southeast from the Site of Grace towards the plateau, then find a hole where you can drop down to discover the Spirit Ash amidst a group of Fingercreepers.

4. Bigmouth Imp Ashes
– Location: Darklight Catacombs
– Method: Navigate down two levels to locate a Bigmouth Imp that possesses the Spirit Ash.

5. Gravebird Ashes
– Location: Charo’s Hidden Grave
– Method: This Spirit Ash can be found amid gravestones; utilize a Spiritspring to access the area if necessary.

6. Horned Warrior Ashes
– Location: Spirit Rise Site of Grace
– Method: After climbing down the stairs and dealing with birds, descend to a lower staircase to find the Spirit Ash on a corpse.

7. Bloodfiend Hexer’s Ashes
– Location: Rivermouth Cave
– Method: Defeat the Chief Bloodfiend to obtain this Spirit Ash.

8. Inquisitor Ashes
– Location: Near the Spirit Rise Site of Grace
– Method: Found on one of the last enemies before reaching the Site.

9. Messmer Soldier Ashes
– Location: Fort of Reprimand
– Method: After reaching the courtyard where Omenkiller was defeated, exit via the chute to find the Spirit Ash near a grave outside.

10. Black Knight Captain Huw
– Location: Scorpion River Catacombs
– Method: Defeat the Black Knight and Messmer Soldiers, then search for the Spirit Ash in a coffin at the end of the area.

11. Black Knight Commander Andreas
– Location: Fog Rift Catacombs
– Method: Similar to the previous, defeat the Black Knight and Messmer Soldiers, then use a spike trap to reach a coffin containing the Spirit Ash.

12. Fire Knight Hilde
– Location: Shadow Keep
– Method: Travel to the Storehouse, Loft Site of Grace, take the elevator to the rafters, and find the Spirit Ash after completing a series of platforming challenges.

Other Notable Spirit Ashes

– Divine Bird Warrior Ornis: Found in a chest near the Temple Town Ruins Site of Grace, accessible via a Spiritspring.
– Fire Knight Queelign: Acquired at the conclusion of Fire Knight Queelign’s questline, requiring the Prayer Room Key to access the area.

Summoning Spirit Ashes

After obtaining Spirit Ashes, you can summon them in combat situations where allowed. Follow these steps to summon:

1. Check Summoning Conditions: Confirm that summoning is permitted by looking for a ghostly gravestone icon above your equipment HUD.

2. Equip the Spirit Ash: Open the equipment menu and select the Spirit Ash you’d like to summon.

3. Perform the Summon: With the Spirit Ash equipped, press the designated button to summon, consuming your FP, which varies by Spirit Ash—e.g., Spider Scorpion Ashes require 31 FP to summon.

Upgrading Spirit Ashes with Revered Spirit Ashes

To improve the effectiveness of Spirit Ashes, you can upgrade them using Revered Spirit Ashes found across the DLC. Here’s how to do it:

– Collecting Revered Spirit Ashes: These items are dispersed throughout the DLC’s map, often found in deserted villages and hidden areas. A thorough guide, such as those available on platforms like YouTube, can provide detailed locations for all 25 Revered Spirit Ashes.

– Upgrade Process: Visit a Site of Grace and utilize the Revered Spirit Ash to enhance the selected Spirit Ash. This upgrade boosts their attack and defense capabilities, making them more effective during battles.

Conclusion

By following this guide, you will effectively summon and upgrade the new Spirit Ashes in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. Remember to manage your FP carefully and ensure summoning is permissible in your current location, as these spectral allies can significantly bolster your combat prowess. Enjoy your adventures in the expanded realm!