Elden Ring: Rykard's Great Rune activation guide

Rykard Lord of Blasphemy is one of Elden Ring's bosses, and you may defeat him at Volcano Manor. Even if you do manage to get his Great Rune, you'll have to go on a protracted journey in order to put it to any use. To assist you with activating Rykard's Great Rune all the way in the Divine Tower of West Altus, here is our Elden Ring tutorial.

Elden Ring tutorial: How to use Rykard's Great Rune in West Altus' Divine Tower

In Elden Ring, you must go to the periphery of Leyndell Royal Capital in order to activate Rykard's Great Rune. There should be a place named the Sealed Tunnel in the southwest. Once you cross the hillside trail outside the city and arrive at a tiny river, you may access the tunnel itself.

There is a Site of Grace and what seems to be a barred route within. However, if you strike the wall, a hidden tunnel with Glintstone Miners will become visible.

However, there is still more to come since there is a false wall on the right side of the cavern. As a matter of fact, you'll come across a number of false barriers quickly.

You will eventually reach a room with big branches. A group of Iron Virgins is waiting below, so try not to fall there.

Follow the branches until you get to the other side.

Once you arrive, it seems like the area is closed off. However, you may pass through if you stoop to your right. But take caution—exploding rocks are present here.

Continue on until you get to a hole filled with more branches. These may be used in addition to ledges for a secure descent.

You will battle an Onyx Lord (a.k.a. a person that resembles a Dark Elf) in the last chamber. To be honest, I was already much past the recommended level since it took me some time to locate this place. The Onyx Lord just dissolved as a result. Because of the Gravity Well and Rock Shower assaults, be aware that it might be difficult if you're still at a lower level. You will get the Greatsword of the Onyx Lord after defeating the miniboss. And the way forward will be clear.

Best wishes! You should now be able to use Rykard's Great Rune in Elden Ring after reaching the Divine Tower of West Altus. To complete the task, just go to the summit and engage with the Erdtree branch.

When you fight foes with Rykard's Great Rune equipped, you will get healing after utilizing a Rune Arc. You may get additional healing by completing boss bouts and enemies with it.