Encampments

Lower-difficulty landmarks ideal for Elden Ring Items initial leveling and quick loot.

Often feature weaker bosses or mini-bosses.

Good for warming up and gathering essentials.

Sorcerer’s Rises

Usually centered around magical themes.

May lack bosses but grant powerful spell-related rewards or items.

Strategic visits depending on your build focus.

Caverns

Underground zones with traps and ambush-style combat.

Can be dangerous but often have rare crafting materials.

Gravesites

Cemetery-themed locations with undead enemies and curses.

Reward items often have necromantic or poison attributes.

Watchtowers

Elevated positions with ranged enemy encounters.

Good vantage points and scouting opportunities.

trongholds

Fortified areas with mixed enemy types and siege-style mechanics.

Mid-tier difficulty with balanced loot.

9. Crypts

Tomb-like areas filled with traps and dark magic.

Treasure chests and rare artifacts often hidden here.

10. Fortresses

Heavy defense locations with high enemy density.

Key to unlocking Scarabs and Buried Treasure spots.

11. Townships and Churches (Non-boss)

Safe zones or hubs offering merchants, smithing tables, and resting points.

Vital for resupply and weapon upgrades.

Special Landmark Symbols and Their Significance

Certain symbols highlight landmarks with unique features:

Scarabs: Revealed by exploring Fortresses, these drop guaranteed talismans, essential for specialized builds.

Buried Treasure: Also uncovered via Fortresses, containing rare weapons and Elden Ring Runes buy upgrade materials.