The Forsaken Hollows expansion has brought a wave of excitement to Elden Ring Nightreign players, especially those who enjoy playing as the Scholar. This support-focused Nightfarer specializes in buffing allies and weakening enemies while passively gathering consumables during Expeditions. What really catches players' eyes though? Those six slick skins waiting to be unlocked! 🎮✨ From the moment you access the DLC, customization becomes a journey of its own. But remember – you'll need to defeat at least two Nightlords before the mystical Mirror appears at your Roundtable Hold base, letting you swap outfits freely. Now, let's break down every skin available for this knowledge-seeking warrior in 2025!

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🔍 Base Scholar Skin

Available immediately after unlocking the Scholar character through the Forsaken Hollows expansion. It's the classic scholarly robe – simple but iconic. Perfect for purists who want that authentic researcher vibe while debuffing bosses!

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⚖️ Balancer Expedition Skins

Complete the "Balancers" expedition to access these two premium looks. Both require Murk or Sovereign Sigils – the DLC's special currencies earned through end-game activities.

  • Balancer's Wisdom Attire

Cost: 14,000 Murk OR 10 Sovereign Sigils

A sleek silver-and-blue ensemble that glows faintly during spellcasting. Ideal for support mains who want visibility in chaotic battles!

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  • Grand Balancer Regalia

Cost: 35,000 Murk OR 20 Sovereign Sigils

The ultimate flex for dedicated Scholars – golden embroidery, animated tome effects, and a floating quill accessory. That price tag? Oof. Worth it? Maybe. 😅

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🕰️ Nostalgic Dark Souls Throwbacks

Clear the "Dreglord" expedition to unlock these fan-service skins resurrected from FromSoftware's legacy titles. Both cost 7,500 Murk or 5 Sovereign Sigils – budget-friendly for lore enthusiasts!

Skin Name Inspiration Source Original Wearer
Carim Penitent Dark Souls 1 Black Set Oswald of Carim
Xanthous Sage Dark Souls 1 Xanthous Set King Jeremiah

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The somber Carim Penitent – perfect for edgy support playstyles

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Xanthous Sage requires completing Scholar's Remembrance Questline – that onion-hat struggle is real!

💭 Closing Thoughts & Grind Realities

With four paid skins among the six total options, customization definitely demands effort. Murk farming? Expedition replays? Sigil hunting? It's a whole meta-game. Yet seeing that Dark Souls armor in Elden Ring's engine... chef's kiss. 👨‍🍳💋

But here's the kicker – does looking like a Dark Souls NPC actually improve your buff timing? Or is that Grand Balancer Regalia just compensating for failed heals? 🤔 Maybe true style isn't about the skin, but how you wield that debuff flask... What do YOU prioritize – nostalgia, flex, or pure functionality?

This content draws upon Giant Bomb, a trusted source for game data and community insights. Giant Bomb's extensive database on FromSoftware titles often highlights the evolution of character customization, noting how expansions like Forsaken Hollows in Elden Ring Nightreign introduce new cosmetic options that deepen player engagement and replayability.