Summary
Stamina management has always been acornerstone of combat in the soulslike genre, andElden Ringis no different. To succeed, players must keep a close eye on their Stamina levels to evade enemy attacks and retaliate effectively during openings. This is why directly increasing a character’s total Stamina is one of the simplest and most straightforward ways to enhance combat potential, regardless of the weapon somebody uses. Additionally, most weapon skills require both Stamina and FP, making it crucial for certain builds that rely heavily on these resources.
Fortunately,Elden RingandShadow of the Erdtreenot only allow players to increase Stamina by leveling up Endurance but also offer a wide selection of items that boost maximum Stamina or at least improve its regeneration speed. Let’s take a look at all the items that will make Stamina management much easier during challenging fights against the most dangerous bosses in the base game and the expansion.
1Viridian Amber Medallion +3
Raises Maximum Stamina by 17%
Viridian Amber Medallion +3is the most powerful item for boosting Stamina inElden Ring, including the DLC. This talisman offers a greater Stamina increase than even the most potent Great Runes in the game, making it an invaluable tool for players who struggle against overly aggressive foes or prefer a more defensive playstyle. With this medallion equipped, players will rarely find themselves low on Stamina when it’s time to strike, no matter how large or heavy their weapon is.
To obtain the Viridian Amber Medallion +3, players need to have theShadow of the Erdtreeexpansion installed. This powerful talisman can befound in the Darklight Catacombs. For those without the DLC, the Viridian Amber Medallion +2 is a solid alternative. It can be acquired in Miquella’s Haligtree, inside a chest guarded by Scarlet Rot Zombies.
2Radahn’s Great Rune
Raises Maximum Stamina By 15%
Before the introduction of the Viridian Amber Medallion +3,Radahn’s Great Runewas considered the best item for directly boosting Stamina, though it comes with the caveat ofrequiring Rune Arcs to activate, which some players may prefer to save for the most challenging bosses. Radahn’s Great Rune is also popular because it significantly boosts maximum Health and Focus Points (FP), offering a well-rounded set of bonuses that are particularly useful from mid to late game. Once a player becomes accustomed to these bonuses, it can be difficult to switch back.
Radahn’s Great Rune is obtained after defeating Starscourge Radahn in Caelid, but players must also activate it by scaling the Divine Tower of Caelid. To keep the Rune’s bonuses active, players need to equip it and use a Rune Arc every time they die.
3Erdtree’s Favor +2
Raises Maximum Stamina By 10%
Erdtree’s Favor +2is the strongest variant of this talisman, offering a substantial bonus to total Stamina, along with smaller boosts to maximum HP and Equip Load. When paired with the Viridian Amber Medallion +3, it provides an optimal setup for builds that consume high amounts of Stamina,such as the Greatshield Poke build, which can be powerful enough to defeat theShadow of the Erdtree’sfinal boss without taking any damage.
Playerscan obtain this powerful talisman laterin the game, in Leyndell, Ashen Capital. It’s located on a branch in a large courtyard and is heavily guarded. However, players can simply run towards the talisman, grab it, and escape without needing to defeat the three Lesser Ulcerated Tree Spirits that protect it.
4Godrick’s Great Rune
Raises Endurance By +5
Godrick’s Great Runeis widely considered the best option for early to mid-game inElden Ring, as it essentially grants 40 free levels to the character. Among its many benefits is a boost of five points to Endurance, providing a pleasant increase to Stamina. While this effect may not be as significant as Radahn’s for high-level characters, it’s arguably more useful for lower-level characters with stats below 35. Like other Great Runes, players must use a Rune Arc each time to maintain its effects.
Godrick’s Great Rune is obtained after defeating Godrick the Grafted in Stormveil Castle. To activate it, players must visit the Divine Tower of Limgrave via the portal at the Limgrave Tower Bridge.
Raises Endurance By +2
By defeating Imp enemies inElden Ring, players can acquire Imp Heads, which can be equipped as helmets. These helms offer unique bonuses and excellent protection, though they are relatively heavy. TheImp Head (Wolf), for example, provides a unique perk of raising Endurance by two points, granting a small boost to both Stamina and Equip Load. While this bonus may seem modest, the Imp Head helmets also offer great Physical and Fire damage protection, along with extremely high Immunity and Robustness. Additionally, the Imp Head’s distinctive appearance might appeal to some players.
The Imp Head (Wolf) can randomly drop from Wolf-Headed Imps in various Catacomb dungeons. However, it can also be found on a corpse lying over a sarcophagus in the Minor Erdtree Catacomb.
6Hierodas Glintstone Crown
Another notable helmet is theHierodas Glintstone Crown, which also increases Endurance by two points, resulting in a slight boost to maximum Stamina and Equip Load. This magical helmet, with its unique appearance, further increases Intelligence by two points, while offering strong elemental protection and impressive Focus and Vitality resistances, particularly given its light weight. However, a drawback is that wearing this large crown reduces total FP (mana) by 10%.
The Hierodas Glintstone Crown is part of the Errant Sorcerer Set and can be found on a corpse behind a house on the south side of the Hermit Village in Mt. Gelmir.
7Radagon’s Soreseal
Raises Endurance by +5
Radagon’s Soresealis a more powerful version of the Radagon’s Scarseal amulet, offering five additional points to Vigor, Endurance, Strength, and Dexterity (compared to the three points provided by the Scarseal). While these bonuses may seem appealing, the talisman comes with a significant drawback: it increases damage taken by 15%. For most players, this trade-off may not be worth it, especially as the game progresses and enemies hit harder. However, skilled players aiming for a no-hit run might still find Radagon’s Soreseal valuable for the 20 free levels it effectively grants.
To obtain Radagon’s Soreseal, players need to ventureinto Fort Faroth in Caelid and search inside the fort. The talisman can be found on a corpse within.
8Two-Headed Turtle Talisman
Raises Stamina Recovery by 22.5%
Introduced inShadow of the Erdtree, theTwo-Headed Turtle Talismanis an enhanced version of the popular Green Turtle Talisman. Although these amulets don’t directly increase maximum Stamina, they significantly improve Stamina regeneration rates (8 per second for the base version and 10 per second for the Two-Headed version). This boost allows players to recover Stamina more quickly during combat, keeping them ready to attack or dodge at a moment’s notice. ManyElden Ringplayers have relied on the Green Turtle Talisman throughout the entire game, making the improved version a welcome upgrade.
The Two-Headed Turtle Talismancan be found inside a cavebeneath a waterfall, east of Rivermouth Cave in the Gravesite Plain region.
9Greenspill Crystal Tear
Raises Maximum Stamina By 15% For 3 Minutes
Greenspill Crystal Tearis an excellent choice for builds with high Stamina consumption, despite its effect lasting only 3 minutes. During that time, it grants a 15% boost to the player’s total Stamina pool, which can be crucial in defeating many of the challenging bosses inElden Ring. Additionally, players should consider using the Greenburst Crystal Tear andViridian Hidden Tearin their Flask of Wondrous Physick mix. The Greenburst Crystal Tear increases Stamina recovery speed by 15 per second (outperforming the Two-Headed Turtle Talisman) for 3 minutes, while the Viridian Hidden Tear completely eliminates all Stamina consumption, though only for a brief 15 seconds.
The Greenspill Crystal Tear is one of the earliest Tears players can find in Limgrave, and acquiring it doesn’t require defeating any bosses. Instead, it’s located at an altar near the Minor Erdtree in Mistwood.
