Unlocking the Secrets of the Bloody Finger in Elden Ring
For Tarnished venturing into the treacherous Lands Between, acquiring the right tools is paramount. Among these, the Bloody Finger stands out as a coveted item, especially for those who enjoy engaging in player-versus-player combat or simply wish to sow a little chaos. But where exactly can you find this intriguing artifact? This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of obtaining the Bloody Finger in Elden Ring, ensuring you don't miss a single step.
Understanding the Bloody Finger's Purpose
Before we delve into its location, it's important to understand what the Bloody Finger does. The Bloody Finger is a reusable item that allows you to invade other players' worlds. Upon successful invasion and defeat of your host, you'll be rewarded with valuable Runes and potentially other items. It's an essential tool for any aspiring duelist or bloodthirsty adventurer.
The Key to the Bloody Finger: Varré's Questline
The primary and most straightforward way to acquire the Bloody Finger is by progressing through the questline of White-Faced Varré, the first NPC you encounter after escaping the tutorial area. Varré is initially found near the Chapel of Anticipation, but his location shifts as you advance in the game.
Step 1: Finding Varré in Limgrave
After you've escaped the Stranded Graveyard and reached the First Step Site of Grace, look for Varré to the northwest of the Site of Grace. He'll be standing near some ruins. Speak with him. He'll offer you some initial dialogue about your worthiness as a Tarnished.
Step 2: The First Encounter and the Bloody Finger (Early Game)
At this initial meeting, Varré will not give you the Bloody Finger directly. You'll need to speak with him a few times and exhaust his dialogue. He'll eventually tell you about the Two Fingers and your destiny. You can then proceed with your exploration of Limgrave.
Step 3: Progressing Varré's Questline - The Baptism of Blood
To get the Bloody Finger, Varré needs you to perform a specific task. You'll need to defeat at least one major boss in the Lands Between. The easiest boss to defeat early on that will trigger the next stage of Varré's quest is Godrick the Grafted in Stormveil Castle. However, you don't *need* to defeat him. The key is to reach a point where the maidenless state of the player is acknowledged by Varré in a new way.
After you've progressed a bit further, particularly after defeating Godrick or reaching a point where you've spoken to the Two Fingers at the Roundtable Hold, Varré will move. He can usually be found in a less accessible area near the Rose Church in the Liurnia of the Lakes region. To find him there, you'll likely need to navigate through the Raya Lucarian Academy or find a path around it.
When you speak with Varré at the Rose Church, he will notice your continued maidenless state. He will then offer you a task: to perform the "Bloody Finger" ritual. He will give you five Flesh-Rending Fingers. These are consumable items that allow you to invade other players, similar to the Bloody Finger, but they are single-use.
Varré's request is for you to use these Flesh-Rending Fingers to invade three other Tarnished players and soak the cloth in their blood. You can use these invading items anywhere you please; you don't need to win the invasions, just complete them. The quickest way to do this is to use the item, invade, and then immediately use a Furlcalling Finger Remedy to return to your world if you don't want to fight.
Step 4: Returning to Varré for the True Bloody Finger
Once you have successfully invaded three players (regardless of outcome), return to Varré at the Rose Church. Speak with him, and he will acknowledge your success. As a reward for completing his macabre task, he will bestow upon you the Pureblood Knight's Medal. This is not the Bloody Finger itself, but a key item for a later part of his quest. He will also give you the actual Bloody Finger. This is a reusable invader tool, just like the concept of the initial Flesh-Rending Fingers but without the limited uses.
Alternative Methods (Less Direct)
While Varré's questline is the primary and most reliable way to obtain the Bloody Finger, there are other ways to get similar invasion items or to facilitate PvP, though not the exact "Bloody Finger" item itself:
- Reduvia Dagger: This is a weapon, not an item to be consumed or equipped for invasion. However, it is obtained from the Bloody Finger Hunter Nerijus, who invades you early in the game near the Murkwater Cave in Limgrave. If you defeat him, you get the Reduvia dagger, which has a bleed-based Ash of War, but it doesn't grant the ability to invade.
- Duelist's Furled Finger: This item allows you to place a red summon sign on the ground. Other players can then summon you for a duel. This is a more consensual form of PvP and does not involve invading. You can purchase this from the Nomadic Merchant near the Academy Gate Town Site of Grace in Liurnia of the Lakes.
Therefore, if your goal is specifically to obtain the Bloody Finger for the purpose of invading other players' worlds, following Varré's questline is your definitive path.
Where to Use the Bloody Finger
Once you have the Bloody Finger, you can use it from your inventory. Select it and press the appropriate button to activate it. This will consume a Furlcalling Finger Remedy (which you can find or purchase from the Twin Maiden Husks at Roundtable Hold) and send you into another player's world. You will be an invader, identifiable by your red hue.
You can use the Bloody Finger from almost anywhere in the Lands Between, provided there are other players in your matchmaking range. Be prepared for a fight, as the hosts will likely have allies with them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I start Varré's questline to get the Bloody Finger?
You start Varré's questline by speaking to him shortly after you spawn in the open world at the First Step Site of Grace in Limgrave. Exhaust his initial dialogue, and then progress the game by defeating at least one major boss. This will cause him to move and offer you the "Baptism of Blood" task.
Why can't I find Varré after the First Step?
Varré moves to a different location as his questline progresses. After you've defeated a major boss (like Godrick the Grafted) or progressed your journey sufficiently, he relocates to the Rose Church in the Liurnia of the Lakes. You'll need to explore that area to find him.
Do I need to win the invasions to get the Bloody Finger?
No, you do not need to win the invasions to get the Bloody Finger. Varré only requires you to successfully use the Flesh-Rending Fingers to invade three other players. The outcome of those invasions does not matter for the completion of this step.
What's the difference between the Flesh-Rending Fingers and the Bloody Finger?
The Flesh-Rending Fingers are consumable items that allow you to invade worlds, but you only get a limited number. The Bloody Finger, which Varré gives you after you've completed the invasion task, is a reusable item that allows you to invade as many times as you like without consuming another item beyond the Furlcalling Finger Remedy.
Can I get the Bloody Finger if I accidentally attacked Varré?
If you attacked or killed Varré, you can still get the Bloody Finger. You will need to visit the Church of Vows in the Liurnia of the Lakes and use a Celestial Dew to absolve your sins. After absolution, Varré will reappear at his original location (or his subsequent locations as per his quest progression), allowing you to restart his questline.
