Conquering the Challenge: Your Path to Facing Malenia in Elden Ring

Navigating the treacherous landscapes of Elden Ring to confront the fabled warrior Malenia is a journey only the bravest of Tarnished undertake. This guide presents a comprehensive pathway to reach her, ensuring that you're well-prepared for the arduous encounters ahead.

Step 1: The Journey Begins - Acquiring the Haligtree Secret Medallion

Obtaining the Right Half of the Secret Medallion

Starting in the idyllic Village of the Albinaurics located in Liurnia of the Lakes, your first mission is to secure the Right Half of the Haligtree Secret Medallion. In the village's eastern part, near a bridge leading to a formidable adversary, you'll find a conspicuously placed pot. Destroy it to reveal Albus, an Albinauric who entrusts you with the medallion's half and imparts wisdom to seek Latenna.

Obtaining the Left Half of the Secret Medallion

Your next destination is the frosty realm of the Mountaintops of the Giants. Venture north to discover Castle Sol, guarded by the looming Wandering Mausoleum. Inside, you must navigate treacherous foes, including the formidable Commander Niall. Beyond this test awaits the Left Half of the medallion, under the faint silhouette of a ghostly figure.

Step 2: The Hidden Path Revealed

Return to the Grand Lift of Rold, where you'd typically hoist a medallion. Instead, use the 'Switch Action' prompt to unveil the Secret Medallion's option. This action ascends you towards the Hidden Path to the Haligtree. Steel yourself as you traverse this deceptive pathway populated with Vulgar Militants until the Consecrated Snowfield greets you.

Step 3: Unlocking the Way to Elphael

Traversing the Consecrated Snowfield

Your visibility is tested in this snow-laden expanse - the Consecrated Snowfield. Obtain the Map Fragment to clarify your surroundings, easing navigation through the frosty haze.

Liturgical Riddles of Ordina

In the northern reaches lies Ordina, Liturgical Town. Here, you must light candle flames while avoiding unseen assassins and astute archers. Clever maneuvering and swiftness are your allies as you ignite the four candles scattered high above the town, culminating in a Waygate leading to the Haligtree.

Step 4: Through the Outer Haligtree - Arrival at Elphael

Arriving at the Haligtree, your descent through the Outer Haligtree involves careful navigation down branches, facing off against Oracle Envoys and Giant Ants. Encounter a formidable Oracle Envoy overseeing a stretch of branch and surpass this golden bubble barrage to find your first Site of Grace at the tree's base.

Step 5: Miquella's Haligtree Conundrums

As you delve deeper into the structures woven with the tree, confront and carefully dispatch Misbegottens and Spiritcaller Snails. Continue your steady but precise descent, eventually confronting Loretta, Knight of the Haligtree. With her vanquished, you're one step closer to Elphael and its daunting defenders.

Final Leap: The Path to Malenia

Elphael's Challenging Strides

In the looming presence of Elphael, navigate past Erdtree Avatars, Knights, and various defenders. We focus on a direct path amidst the chaos, prioritizing your advancement over confrontation. Your objective is to activate a series of Sites of Grace, paving your way toward the formidable adversary that awaits.

The Deep Dive into Haligtree Roots

Utilize your agility and the environment, dropping onto strategic points to bypass the arduous battles. Eventually, finds solace in the Haligtree Roots Site of Grace, the final respite before the much-anticipated face-off with Malenia herself.

Following this guide provides you with a structured approach to finding yourself before the Blade of Miquella. Should you wish to unearth the full breadth of these areas, such as the Consecrated Snowfield and Elphael's sprawling city, countless treasures await your return. Gather your courage, trust in your strength, and may your journey through the Elden Ring lead you to the heart of your most challenging and iconic battle.