VIRLAN TechElden Ring Map Icons: What the Blue and Red Circles Represent
The map in Elden Ring uses colored circles to mark different locations. Understanding what these circles represent can help guide you on your journey.
Blue circles on the Elden Ring map represent Sites of Grace. These are resting spots where you:
• Restore HP, FP and MP
• Level up by spending runes
• Teleport to other Sites of Grace
• Reset enemies
• Leave messages and read messages from other players
Sites of Grace are crucial as they act as your checkpoints and fast travel locations. Almost all blue circles you see are Sites of Grace.
Red circles on the Elden Ring map represent one of the following:
• Catacombs: Underground dungeons filled with enemies and loot.
• Caves: Usually smaller than catacombs but also contain enemies and loot.
• Minor Erdtree: Smaller branches of the Erdtree that glow when approached. Sometimes contain items.
• Stakes of Marika: Checkpoints that respawn you when you die but are not full Sites of Grace.
• Important NPCs: Some story NPCs are marked with red circles when you discover them.
In general, red circles signify places worth exploring for rewards and progression. While not as critical as Sites of Grace, they often hide useful items, crafting mats and souls.
Key Takeaways
To summarize, the blue circles on the Elden Ring map point you to Sites of Grace which act as your primary checkpoints and fast travel points. Red circles typically mark optional dungeons, caves, minor Erdtrees and NPCs that are worth exploring for rewards and progression, but are not essential.
Memorizing the difference between the blue and red circle icons can help you optimize your path through the Lands Between and ensure you don’t miss important resources. As always in Elden Ring, thorough exploration tends to pay off.
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