Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree - Dryleaf Dane Questline

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is not only the most popular expansion right now but also the most difficult one that FromSoftware has ever released. However, those players who are not afraid to face a little challenge will be more than surprised by the unexpected twists, thrilling boss fights, and amazing questlines that the new DLC has to offer. Many people are trying to figure out how to complete Dryleaf Dane's quest, and we're here to give you all the details!

Dryleaf Dane is an NPC in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and he is the master of hand-to-hand combat. His purpose is to be discovered by travelers who wish to challenge him and learn the ways of the warrior. Unlike many other NPCs, Dryleaf Dane can be fought, and he will drop some amazing rewards if you manage to defeat him. Let's take a look at what you need to do in order to complete Dryleaf Dane's questline.

Dryleaf Dane's Questline Walkthrough

Thankfully, Dryleaf Dane's questline is not as complicated as it looks, and it's definitely easier than many other NPC quests in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. All you need to do is collect the Monk's Massive and the May The Best Win Gesture at the Highroad Cross before heading to Moorth Ruins and challenging Dryleaf Dane.

After defeating him in combat, progress through the game normally and defeat Dryleaf Dane a second time in Enir-Ilim. Keep in mind that although the questline is brief, it's still possible to progress too far in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and accidentally lose your chance to finish it and obtain the rewards in time to use them. Don't forget to read the full description of each step required to complete Dryleaf Dane's quest below!

Where Is Dryleaf Dane Located In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?

In order to meet Dryleaf Dane in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, you need to enter Scadu Altus. Progress through Castle Ensis or the Fort of Reprimand to get there, and then go to the Highroad Cross Site of Grace. Once you reach it, you will see a bunch of items scattered on the ground. Collect them and check your inventory. You should have obtained the following:

• May The Best Win Gesture
• Monk's Massive

The latter is a challenge from Dryleaf Dane that will encourage you to find him and defeat him. Of course, he will not tell you where he is located. You have to reach the Moorth Ruins Site of Grace to meet him. Don't worry if he doesn't talk to you; it's all part of the game! Use the May The Best Win Gesture in front of him, and the combat will automatically begin. Apart from this meeting, you can also encounter Dryleaf Dane as a summonable NPC during the boss fight against Romina, Saint of the Bud.

How To Defeat Dryleaf Dane In Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?

Once you challenge Dryleaf Dane to a fight, you will be transported to another arena, and Dane will immediately start attacking you with one of three possible attacks: a flying punch, a spinning kick, or a series of twin jump kicks. You can easily avoid the punch by rolling around Dane and escape the kicks by rolling backward. Moreover, solid series of melee blows are definitely your best friend in a fight with Dryleaf Dane.

His Poise is not very high, and you can interrupt his movements as long as your attacks are aggressive enough. Be aware of his jump kicks and spinning kicks! They deal a lot of damage, but you can always try to counter him mid-air right before he uses any of these attacks. It will stun him, giving you time to unleash some follow-up strikes.

How To Defeat Dryleaf Dane A Second Time?

You will run into Dryleaf Dane a second time in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, no matter if you're trying to or not. You will encounter him during the gang fight against Leda and the other followers of Miquella in Enir-Ilim. The combats there will depend on what side quests you have completed, but Dryleaf Dane will always be there.

Fighting against him a second time doesn't require anything different than what you did the first time in Moorth Ruins. However, it will be more chaotic this time, so be extra careful of Dryleaf Dane's kicks. When you have defeated him for good, you will obtain some cool rewards that you can use throughout your adventures.

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Dryleaf Dane's Quest Rewards

Fortunately, defeating Dryleaf Dane is definitely worth the effort! Apart from the general satisfaction of completing the quest, you will receive some amazing rewards that you can use whenever you want. Once you manage to defeat Dryleaf Dane in the Moorth Ruins, you will obtain the following gear:

• Dryleaf Arts: Hand-to-Hand Martial Arts Weapon
• Dane's Hat: Helm

After defeating Dryleaf Dane in Enir-Ilim, you can expect to receive the following:

• Dane's Footwork: Hand-to-Hand Martial Arts Weapon
• Dryleaf Robe: Chest Armor
• Dryleaf Arm Wraps: Gauntlet
• Dryleaf Cuissardes: Leg Armor

It's important to note that Dryleaf Arts and Dane's Footwork are the only two martial arts weapons that have been discovered in the new DLC so far. For more information about Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, you can check out this article.