The Regal Ancestor Spirit is a giant ghostly stag in Nokron, Eternal City. It heals itself by draining the spirits around it, so the fight is a damage race. This guide explains how to unlock it and when to go all in.
Quick facts
| Location | Hallowhorn Grounds, Nokron, Eternal City |
| Nearest Site of Grace | Ancestral Woods |
| Required? | Optional |
| HP (NG) | 6,301 (9,206 in NG+) |
| Runes (NG) | 24,000 |
| Drops | Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor |
| Weak to | Fire and Holy (-20 negation each); Slash slightly (-10) |
| Resists | Magic (20 negation); Poison, Scarlet Rot, Hemorrhage and Frostbite need 1,169 buildup |
| Immune to | Sleep, Madness |
| Spirit Ashes / Co-op | Allowed (Spirit Ashes and co-op) |
| Recommended level | 70–80 (community estimate) |
| Difficulty | ▰▰▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱ 5/10 |
Overview
This is the stronger version of the Ancestor Spirit from Siofra River. It moves like a deer, a rabbit, a boar and a goat all at once.
Its key mechanic is Soul Siphon: the first time its health drops below half, it drains the spirits around it and heals up to 50% of its health. Later heals restore less, so the fight gets easier the longer you keep up the pressure.
What is the Regal Ancestor Spirit weak to?
| Damage type | Negation | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Fire | -20 | Weak |
| Holy | -20 | Weak |
| Slash | -10 | Slightly weak |
| Standard, Strike, Pierce, Lightning | 0 | Neutral |
| Magic | 20 | Resisted |
How to reach the Regal Ancestor Spirit
- Rest at the Ancestral Woods Site of Grace in Nokron.
- Light all six obelisks (flames) on the way up to the Hallowhorn Grounds.
- Touch the glowing horned remains at the back of the temple. You are teleported next to the fog gate of the arena.
Preparation
- Fire and holy damage are its weaknesses: fire pots, flame weapons or Sacred infusions. Avoid pure Magic builds here.
- Status effects are weak here; bring raw damage.
Moveset and how to counter it
Deal as much damage as you can between heals.
Soul Siphon
It drains the spirits to heal. Move away while it heals.
Springhare hop
Circle wide around it.
Boar charge
Dodge toward it as it charges.
Goat roll
Sidestep the curl, then chase it while it rolls.
Rebirth
Keep attacking; heal and buff during the transition.
Best builds and tools
- Fire or holy weapons and spells.
- Burst damage right after its second heal.
Rewards
- 24,000 Runes
- Remembrance of the Regal Ancestor (trade for Winged Greathorn or Ancestral Spirit’s Horn)
Difficulty rating
▰▰▰▰▰▱▱▱▱▱ 5/10 – Moderate. Its healing makes the fight feel long, but its attacks are readable.
Frequently asked questions
How do I unlock the Regal Ancestor Spirit?
Light the six obelisks around the Hallowhorn Grounds in Nokron, then touch the glowing horned remains in the temple to be teleported to the arena.
Why does it keep healing?
Soul Siphon drains nearby spirits. It first heals when it drops below half health, and each later heal restores less, so go all out after the second heal.
What is it weak to?
Fire and Holy damage (-20 negation each), and Slash slightly (-10). It resists Magic.
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Further reading: Regal Ancestor Spirit on the Fextralife Elden Ring wiki.