In the vast and unforgiving world of Elden Ring, players often need all the help they can get to overcome challenging boss fights and navigate treacherous environments. The game offers a unique mechanic known as Spirit Ashes, which allows players to summon the spectral entities of fallen warriors and creatures to fight alongside them. Among these, the six legendary options stand out as exceptionally powerful allies that can turn the tide of even the most grueling battles while unlocking a rare achievement.
The Dual Wielding Warriors and Early Protectors
Acquiring these elite spectral companions requires exploring hidden dungeons and conquering powerful optional bosses spread across the Lands Between. One of the earliest legendary ashes available is Lhutel the Headless, located in the Tombsward Catacombs within the Weeping Peninsula. This tanky companion utilizes a greatshield and can teleport around the battlefield to draw enemy aggression away from the player.
Further into the adventure, players can find the ashes of Banished Knight Oleg hidden inside the Fringefolk Hero's Grave near the starting area, which requires two Stonesword Keys to enter. Oleg is a ferocious frontline combatant who aggressively blends defense and offense with dual greatswords. Both of these options provide fantastic baseline support for magic users and long-range builds during the opening acts of the journey.
The Ranni Questline and Secret Cities
Some of the strongest legendary summons are tied directly to elaborate character questlines and secret underground regions. The highly coveted Mimic Tear creates an exact duplicate of your character, utilizing your current equipment, weapons, and quick items. This legendary summon is hidden behind an imp statue fog gate inside Nokron, Eternal City, and costs health points instead of focus points to activate.
Another powerhouse is Black Knife Tiche, an exceptionally agile assassin capable of dealing massive damage over time using destined death mechanics. To obtain her, players must advance through Ranni's storyline to reach the Moonlight Altar plateau in Liurnia. Once there, you must successfully defeat Alecto, the Black Knife Ringleader, inside the Ringleader's Evergaol located in the northwestern section of the cliffs.
Late Game Relics and Haligtree Trials
The final pieces of the legendary collection are reserved for the dangerous late-game zones, testing the mettle of seasoned players. Cleanrot Knight Finlay can be found tucked away inside a treasure chest within Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree. Finlay provides excellent support by buffing the player and using holy projectiles to pressure distant enemies.
Lastly, the Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff resides inside the Sainted Hero's Grave located in the Altus Plateau region. Kristoff commands lightning magic and possesses high defensive stats, making him a reliable shield in prolonged encounters. Gathering all six distinct spirits grants players the coveted trophy, securing their legacy as a true master of the mystical ashes.
