There are countless dangers in Elden Ring that can bring a player's adventure to an end within mere moments. Everything from the game's legendary main bosses to even the most basic enemies proves dangerous. However, not every threat in Elden Ring is as direct or perceivable as these arduous foes. In truth, one of the most devastating hazards in the game is Status Effects, underlying ailments that aim to harm or debilitate those it affects.
Status Effects can be a significant detriment to players should they be unprepared. These conditions can severely cripple or even kill characters should they not be counteracted in time. Thus, making Status Effects a danger that every player should be wary of lest they suffer from the penalties they impose. There are many ways to mitigate or even cure these ailments, but players must understand the hazards they seek to counteract. To do so, here is every Status Effect in Elden Ring and what it does.
Every Status Effect In Elden Ring
Status Effects can be inflicted upon a target using weapons, spells, items, and environmental hazards. However, the condition is not applied immediately and demands repeated applications to fill the buildup meter. Upon doing so, the Status Effect's affliction takes hold and lasts for its respective duration. Reducing susceptibility to, mitigating, or even curing Status Effects such as Poison is possible through various means.
Status Effect | Description | Defensive Stat | Mitigated By | Cured By |
Blight | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target dies instantly. This effect is only applicable to players. | Immunity | Rejuvenating Boluses | Nothing |
Frostbite | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target is damaged, their damage absorption reduces, and their stamina recovery slows. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Robustness | Thawfrost Boluses | Nothing |
Hemorrhage | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target sustains damage relative to their Max HP. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Robustness | Stanching Boluses | Nothing |
Madness | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target is damaged, and they lose FP. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Focus | Clarifying Boluses Lucidity Spell | Nothing |
Poison | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target's health slowly diminishes over a long period. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Immunity | Neutralizing Boluses Cure Poison Spell Flame, Cleanse Me Spell | Cure Poison Spell Flame, Cleanse Me Spell |
Scarlet Rot | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target's health quickly diminishes over a short period. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Immunity | Preserving Boluses Flame, Cleanse Me Spell | Flame, Cleanse Me Spell |
Sleep | Once the buildup meter reaches full, the target falls asleep, leaving them incapacitated and vulnerable to attack. This effect is applicable to players and enemies alike. | Focus | Stimulating Boluses Lucidity Spell | Nothing |
The main Stats of a player will determine their resistance against Status Effects, or precisely the speed at which the buildup meter fills. The three attributes that govern these resistances or Defensive Stats are Vigor, Mind, and Endurance. Vigor determines Immunity, Mind determines Focus, and Endurance determines Robustness.
Players can effectively bolster their resistance by leveling up and improving their Stats. This method is the most efficient for counteracting Status Effects, as players can sustain more applications before the buildup meter is full. Alternatively, players can improve their resistance through gear and items. Sprawled throughout Elden Ring is equipment that increases Stats, providing players defense against Status Effects without a level up.
Elden Ring is now available for PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Xbox One and Series X|S.