After 13 playthroughs, one Elden Ring player is still haunted by a mysterious item, only to be let down by the burden of knowledge

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In Elden Ring, there’s an abundance of hidden treasures stashed in every nook and cranny. Exploring along cliff edges, delving into caves, or even scouring the periphery of the map could lead you to discover new knives, armor, and even cherished cookbooks that make the hunt for them absolutely worthwhile. However, one item has eluded an experienced player across 13 playthroughs.

13 times I’ve played through and I still can’t figure out what that mysterious item is, Separate_Finance_183 mentions. Beneath Raya Lucaria Academy, there’s a shimmering, hard-to-reach artifact perched precariously on a cliffside. It seems impossible to reach it by jumping, not even with Torrent’s aid, but as the saying goes: where there’s determination, there’s a solution.

13 playthroughs in and I proudly don’t have the slightest idea of WTF is that item from r/Eldenring

As a devoted fan, I’d like to share a hidden gem I discovered in Raya Lucaria Academy. If you venture into the Schoolhouse Classroom Grace, then veer left towards the room filled with towering bookcases, keep an eye out for an empty one among them. That vacant shelf hides a false wall! Venture through it, and you’ll be guided along a winding path to a rocky outcrop where this elusive item waits patiently for its lucky finder.

As a gamer, I’ve just discovered that the prize for this treasure hunt is an Olivinus Glintstone Crown. One of my fellow gamers quips, “It’s like winning one of those Burger King King Karl Marx heads.” He suggests it’s not much to get excited about unless you have a fondness for them. In truth, all the Glintstone Crowns resemble the Burger King mascot, so his comparison is spot on. This particular crown boosts your intelligence but takes 10% of your HP away. So, while it’s intriguing, I can see why some might pass it up.

In Elden Ring, there’s an abundance of peculiar armor options. For instance, the Albinauric Mask transforms you into a melancholic frog while boosting Arcane, or there’s Azur’s Glintstone Crown that enhances Comet Azur. However, my favorite has to be the Mushroom Crown, which amplifies attack power. While these armors might appear stylish or contribute to a cursed aesthetic, they often come with drawbacks such as decreasing HP or Stamina. As another player puts it, “I don’t choose to wear them myself, but I admire the potent aura of those who do.

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What I’m saying isn’t that they’re completely useless. The Glintstone Crowns can prove quite useful at times. For instance, I utilized the Twinsage Glintstone Crown to crack the code on the Fringe Tower puzzle, earning me both the Gavel of Haima and the Cannon of Haima upon completion. However, obtaining that crown wasn’t a walk in the park; I had to battle enemies and navigate the treacherous rooftops of Raya Lucaria Academy using parkour moves.

Exploring to locate the Olivinus Glintstone Crown is as simple as taking a leisurely stroll. Although the enigmatic treasure might not have been particularly significant, given Separate_Finance_183 has pondered its purpose across thirteen gaming sessions, at least it’s not a recipe book.

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2025-05-20 16:47