Shadow of the Erdtree: How to reach the Abyssal Woods? Elden Ring guide, walkthrough

The Forest of the Abyss is an interesting region located in the central part of the Shadow of the Erdtree add-on map. On this page you will learn how to reach it using the passage in the Catacombs of Dark Light.

Last update: 26 June 2024

Abyssal Woods is a very interesting area located in the very center of the Land of Shadow available in Shadow of the Erdtree. It is filled with various secrets and collectibles, and some of the enemies that haunt it have some unusual properties. On this page, you will learn how to get to the lower part of Scadu Altus, as well as where to look for a passage in the Darklight Catacombs. Thanks to our tips, you will easily find your way to the dark forest.

• How to reach the Darklight Catacombs?
• Darklight Catacombs
• Jori, Elder Inquisitor
• What are the characteristics of the Abyssal Woods?

How to reach the Darklight Catacombs?

Related map marker: Path to Darklight Catacombs - Scadu Altus @ Shadow of the Erdtree

Follow the river by heading south. Be careful when passing a fire golem lying on the ground. The monster is alive and will rise as soon as you approach it. Get away from it on horseback as quickly as possible.

After reaching the waterfall, stick to the left edge of the gorge. There is a Site of Grace here that you can activate.

Continue along the rocky ledges until you reach the Site of Grace near the cliff. Carefully descend to the level below, using the platforms made of tombstones growing from the vertical wall.

Head southeast until you reach another platform section with tombstones. Use them to reach an even lower level.

Once you get to the bottom, head east, following the rock wall. After a dozen or so meters you should come across the entrance to the Darklight Catacombs.

Darklight Catacombs

Catacombs is a quite long and multi-level dungeon. It is filled with hostile stone Imps. Some of them can also shoot fire projectiles, so be careful as you go deeper and deeper. The Site of Grace is located immediately after entering the dungeon.

Exploration is not made easier by the darkness in the Catacombs. From time to time, however, you will come across levers that, when used, illuminate the area a bit. Nevertheless, keep a lighted lantern at hand.

Before leaving the dungeons, you will also encounter a giant Imp shooting fireballs. While running along the bridge, try to change direction every now and then to avoid his deadly projectiles.

Jori, Elder Inquisitor

After leaving the Darklight Catacombs, you will face one more obstacle on your way to the Abyssal Woods. It is a boss- Jori, Elder Inquisitor. The video, detailed description and tips on how to fight this enemy can be found on a separate page of the guide - How to defeat the boss Jori, Elder Inquisitor?

What are the characteristics of the Abyssal Woods?

Related map marker: Abyssal Woods entrance @ Shadow of the Erdtree

Defeating Jori will give you access to the Abyssal Woods region. Before further exploration, however, it is worth knowing a few important features of this place:

1. The summoned Torrent will not want to appear in this dark place. You must therefore continue your journey on foot.

1. There are a lot of glowing, grotesque enemies with mushrooms growing out of their heads wandering around the Woods. They are very difficult to kill, so the best option to avoid them is to sneak and avoid contact. To do this, stay away from enemies, hide in tall grass, and try not to make any noise. If an enemy notices you, it can easily capture you and inflict Madness effect on you that will last until you die.

1. The only way to kill glowing monsters is to perfectly parry their blow and perform a lightning fast attack (sometimes it will be necessary to do this more than once). If you manage to do this, you will be rewarded with a talisman - Aged One's Exultation.