The Spirit Calling Bell: Your Key to Summoning Companions
If you're diving into the treacherous lands of the Lands Between in Elden Ring, you've probably encountered situations where a helping hand, or rather, a spectral helping hand, would be incredibly useful. This is where the Spirit Calling Bell comes into play. This essential item allows you to summon Spirit Ashes, which can distract enemies, deal damage, and generally make challenging encounters more manageable. But how do you get your hands on this crucial artifact? Let's break it down.
The Quest for the Spirit Calling Bell
Obtaining the Spirit Calling Bell is tied to a specific NPC and a very early-game interaction. You'll need to find the witch Renna at the Church of Elleh, located shortly after you begin your journey in Limgrave. Here's the step-by-step process:
- Reach the Gatefront Ruins: After escaping the tutorial area, you'll find yourself in Limgrave. Your first major landmark is often the Gatefront Ruins.
- Rest at the First Site of Grace: Make sure to activate and rest at the Site of Grace near the Gatefront Ruins. This is important for progressing certain NPC quests.
- Head to the Church of Elleh: The Church of Elleh is a small church located northwest of the starting area and west of the Gatefront Ruins. You'll likely pass by it on your way to explore.
- Encounter Renna: The first time you visit the Church of Elleh, particularly at night, you might see a mysterious figure kneeling by the altar. This is Renna. Important Note: Renna only appears at night. If it's daytime, rest at the Site of Grace until nightfall.
- Speak with Renna: Approach Renna and speak with her. She will offer you the Spirit Calling Bell and the Lone Wolf Ashes.
- Receive the Bell: If you speak to her before she departs, she will gift you these items. If you happen to miss her or don't get the bell, don't worry!
What if I Miss Renna or Don't Get the Bell?
It's a common scenario for players to miss Renna, especially if they're rushing through the early game. If you find yourself without the Spirit Calling Bell after your initial encounter at the Church of Elleh, you can still acquire it. You'll need to purchase it from the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold.
Purchasing the Spirit Calling Bell from the Twin Maiden Husks
The Twin Maiden Husks are merchants who reside in the Roundtable Hold, a central hub area that you'll unlock as you progress further into the game. Here's how to get the bell from them:
- Progress Through the Game: You'll need to defeat at least one Shardbearer boss to gain access to the Roundtable Hold. The earliest Shardbearer is generally Margit, the Fell Omen, whom you'll fight on the road to Stormveil Castle.
- Reach the Roundtable Hold: After defeating a Shardbearer, you will be transported to the Roundtable Hold.
- Locate the Twin Maiden Husks: They are located in a room just off the main hall, near the fireplace.
- Purchase the Bell: Speak to the Twin Maiden Husks. They will have the Spirit Calling Bell available for purchase for 500 Runes.
So, whether Renna graces you with her presence at night or you need to seek out the Twin Maiden Husks later, the Spirit Calling Bell is within your reach to aid you in your perilous journey.
Bell Bearings: Upgrading Your Spirit Ashes
Once you have the Spirit Calling Bell, you'll likely want to enhance the effectiveness of your summoned spirits. This is where Bell Bearings come in. These unique items are dropped by specific bosses and allow the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold to offer new items for sale, including Spirit Tuning materials and, crucially, upgrade materials for your Spirit Ashes.
Types of Bell Bearings and What They Do
There are two main categories of Bell Bearings relevant to Spirit Ashes: the Spirit-Tuning Bell Bearing and various other Bell Bearings that offer different upgrade materials.
The Spirit-Tuning Bell Bearing
This is arguably the most important Bell Bearing for Spirit Ash enthusiasts. It allows the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Ghost Glovewort and Grave Glovewort, which are used to upgrade your Spirit Ashes to make them stronger.
- How to Get the Spirit-Tuning Bell Bearing: This Bell Bearing is obtained by defeating the Ancestor Spirit boss in the Siofra River underground area. To reach Siofra River, you'll need to find a lift in the Mistwood area of Limgrave.
Other Bell Bearings for Upgrade Materials
Beyond the Spirit-Tuning Bell Bearing, there are other Bell Bearings dropped by specific bosses that unlock the sale of various crafting materials, including different types of Glovewort that are used to upgrade your Spirit Ashes to different tiers. These include:
- Ghost Glovewort Picker's Bell Bearing [1]: Drops from the Erdtree Burial Watchdog boss in the Impassable Greatbridge area. This allows the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Ghost Glovewort [1].
- Ghost Glovewort Picker's Bell Bearing [2]: Drops from the Crucible Knight boss in the Auriza Hero's Grave. This allows the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Ghost Glovewort [2].
- Grave Glovewort Picker's Bell Bearing [1]: Drops from the Black Knife Assassin boss in the Sainted Hero's Grave. This allows the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Grave Glovewort [1].
- Grave Glovewort Picker's Bell Bearing [2]: Drops from the Cleanrot Knight boss in the Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree. This allows the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Grave Glovewort [2].
By collecting these Bell Bearings and returning them to the Twin Maiden Husks, you can ensure your spectral companions are always at their peak performance, ready to face any challenge the Lands Between throws at you.
FAQ Section
How do I get the Spirit Calling Bell if I missed Renna?
If you miss Renna at the Church of Elleh, you can purchase the Spirit Calling Bell from the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold for 500 Runes after defeating at least one Shardbearer boss.
Why is the Spirit Calling Bell important?
The Spirit Calling Bell is crucial because it allows you to summon Spirit Ashes, which are spectral companions that can assist you in combat by distracting enemies and dealing damage. This is invaluable for overcoming difficult encounters.
What are Bell Bearings used for?
Bell Bearings are items that, when given to the Twin Maiden Husks at the Roundtable Hold, unlock the ability to purchase specific items, most notably upgrade materials for your Spirit Ashes, such as Ghost Glovewort and Grave Glovewort.
How do I upgrade my Spirit Ashes?
To upgrade your Spirit Ashes, you need to find the Spirit-Tuning Bell Bearing and other Glovewort Picker's Bell Bearings. These allow the Twin Maiden Husks to sell Ghost Glovewort and Grave Glovewort, which are then used at a Sacred Altar to enhance your Spirit Ashes.
