Elden Ring: St. Trina Questline Guide

In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, the enigmatic NPC St. Trina offers a fascinating side quest that intertwines with the main storyline and the Thiollier questline. Completing St. Trina's questline provides key insights into the lore and unlocks special Elden Ring Items. In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to complete the St. Trina quest, from where to find her to the choices you'll face and their outcomes.

St. Trina Questline Steps Overview

To complete St. Trina's questline, follow these steps:

    Speak to St. Trina at the Stone Coffin Fissure.

    Imbibe the nectar with her six times.

    (Optional) Speak to Thiollier twice.

    Rest at the nearest Site of Grace, then tap to reveal more.

    Return to the Garden of Deep Purple after defeating Shadow of the Erdtree's final boss and interact with St. Trina.

Let's explore each of these steps in detail.

Where to Find St. Trina in Elden Ring

You can begin St. Trina's questline by finding her at the Stone Coffin Fissure, a hidden location accessible only after certain conditions are met. To locate this fissure, make your way to the southernmost point of the Cerulean Coast, then head up to the cliffs. Near the edge of the cliff, you'll discover a hole leading down to the Stone Coffin Fissure.

It's important to note that access to this area is only granted after the Great Rune has broken, which happens when you reach Shadow Keep. Once inside the fissure, proceed carefully, as the environment is dangerous and filled with challenges.

At what seems to be a dead end in the fissure, approach the statue's head and leap off. You'll be transported to the Purple Garden, where you must defeat a tough enemy known as the Putrescent Knight. After emerging victorious, you'll gain access to the room where St. Trina awaits.

The Purple Garden and St. Trina's Nectar

Inside the Purple Garden, you'll encounter St. Trina, but your choices here can influence how the quest progresses, especially with Thiollier—another NPC involved in this questline. If you've made certain choices with Thiollier earlier in the game, you may find him here, awaiting St. Trina's words. Thiollier's presence can affect your interactions, and it's important to be mindful of how you approach the conversation.

When you interact with St. Trina, you'll be given a single option: “imbibe nectar” or leave. Choosing to imbibe the nectar leads to your instant death, but it's a key part of the questline. You'll need to repeat this process four times to unlock St. Trina's dialogue.

Though dying may seem counterproductive, each time you drink the nectar, St. Trina speaks to you, revealing more about her mysterious role in the world. After imbibing the nectar for the fifth and sixth time, you will exhaust her dialogue. Be prepared to respawn after each death at the nearby Site of Grace.

Thiollier's Involvement and Confrontation

If Thiollier is present during your interactions with St. Trina, the questline takes a darker turn. After imbibing the nectar multiple times, you can attempt to relay St. Trina's words to Thiollier. However, he won't believe you and will accuse you of lying.

After your initial conversation, you can speak with Thiollier a second time, attempting once more to pass on the words of St. Trina. This will trigger an aggressive response from him, as Thiollier becomes increasingly hostile. Following this encounter, if you rest at the nearest Site of Grace, Thiollier will invade you.

Successfully defeating him in this invasion battle will reward you with the St. Trina's Smile Talisman, an Elden Ring item that provides unique benefits. This talisman is valuable for players seeking to strengthen their defense and control over sleep-based effects.

After the Final Boss: St. Trina's Blossom

Once you have progressed through Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and defeated the final boss, there is one more crucial step to complete St. Trina's quest. After the boss fight, return to the Garden of Deep Purple to find St. Trina's body resting peacefully. Here, you can collect the final reward: St. Trina's Blossom.

St. Trina's Blossom is a powerful Elden Ring item with special properties, though its exact use is shrouded in mystery until you unlock it in the late stages of the game. This item is one of the most coveted in the game, providing players with unique abilities that can alter their strategies for future encounters.

Final Thoughts on the St. Trina Questline

St. Trina's questline in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is a richly layered experience that immerses players in the game's lore while offering high rewards in the form of Elden Ring items and runes. The choices you make throughout the quest, particularly regarding Thiollier, will determine whether your path is peaceful or confrontational, leading to different outcomes and rewards.

By carefully following the steps outlined in this guide, players can complete St. Trina's quest, unlock her secrets, and gain powerful rewards, including St. Trina's Smile Talisman and St. Trina's Blossom, which will serve you well in the game's toughest challenges. Be sure to prepare by collecting Elden Ring Runes and the necessary items to face the formidable enemies ahead.