Elden Ring, a titan of the gaming world, continues to cast its long shadow over the genre. Yet, for all its sprawling landscapes and epic tales, the Lands Between hold secrets that many a Tarnished has yet to uncover. Even in 2026, years after its release, a significant number of its achievements remain elusive to the majority of players, locked behind grueling feats, missable content, or the sheer will to endure multiple journeys. This isn't just about skill; it's about a commitment that goes beyond a single pilgrimage to the Erdtree. Some secrets are buried deep, some endings are paths less traveled, and some legendary treasures demand a price few are willing to pay.

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The Bosses That Demand Your All

Some of the most formidable challenges are not part of the main road. Take the Lichdragon Fortissax, a spectral beast of death and lightning. To even find this boss, you've got to cozy up to Ranni the Witch and snag her Carian Inverted Statue—no small quest in itself. Defeating it rewards a Remembrance and a cool 90,000 Runes, a prize that has tempted many an intelligence-focused build to try and cheese the fight in record time. But then there's the real heavyweight, a boss so late-game that players who throw in the towel early will never even know it exists. Found via a precarious drop from the Beside the Great Bridge, this foe isn't just tough; it's a rune piñata that shatters expectations, rewarding a staggering 280,000 runes upon defeat. Talk about a payoff!

The Endings That Define a Journey

You'd think becoming the Elden Lord would be the most common finale, right? Well, think again. Just completing the game is such a monumental task that the standard 'Age of Fracture' ending is surprisingly rare. Most players who make it that far seem to get sidetracked by a certain blue doll. Ranni's 'Age of the Stars' ending has actually been achieved more times! Her questline is a beast—a long, winding road with steps so easy to mess up. But for those who see it through, the reward is summoning her at the end for a truly unique conclusion. And then there's the path of chaos: the Lord of Frenzied Flame ending. Often called the 'bad ending,' it requires you to reject lordship, seek out the terrifying Three Fingers, and essentially burn the world down. Getting there means battling through Mohg, the Omen, and navigating secret passages—it's a whole other ordeal that only the most determined (or destructive) Tarnished pursue.

The Legendary Hunt: Weapons, Talismans, and Spells

This is where completionists really earn their stripes. The game is littered with legendary collectibles that are notoriously easy to miss.

  • Legendary Armaments (10 Total): These are the crown jewels of weaponry, capable of creating utterly broken builds. But oh boy, can they be sneaky. The Bolt of Gransax, for instance, is in the Royal Capital, but if you progress the story too far, poof—it's gone until your next playthrough. The full list is a who's who of power:

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-1 Bolt of Gransax

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-2 Dark Moon Greatsword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-3 Devourer's Scepter

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-4 Eclipse Shotel

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-5 Golden Order Greatsword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-6 Grafted Blade Greatsword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-7 Godslayer's Greatsword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-8 Marais Executioner's Sword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-9 Ruins Greatsword

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-10 Sword of Night and Flame

  • Legendary Talismans (8 Total): These little charms pack a mighty punch. Some, like the Radagon Icon or Marika's Soreseal, are relatively straightforward finds. Others... not so much. The mighty Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman, a cornerstone for tanky quality builds, is hidden away. And the final piece of the puzzle? You'll have to face and defeat Maliketh the Black Blade before you can even lay hands on it. The full set is a testament to thorough exploration.

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-11 Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-12 Erdtree's Favor +2

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-13 Godfrey Icon

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-14 Marika's Soreseal

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-15 Moon of Nokstella

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-16 Old Lord's Talisman

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-17 Radagon Icon

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-18 Radagon's Soreseal

  • Legendary Ashen Remains (6 Total): These spectral allies are worth their weight in ghostly gold. The Mimic Tear is famously overpowered, but others like Black Knife Tiche are locked behind—you guessed it—Ranni's full questline. If you miss a step there, well, better luck next time around. Collecting all six is a journey that often requires backtracking and tackling challenges you might have initially skipped.

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-19 Mimic Tear Ashes

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-20 Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff Ashes

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-21 Black Knife Tiche Ashes

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-22 Cleanrot Knight Finlay Ashes

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-23 Lhutel the Headless Ashes

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-24 Redmane Knight Ogha Ashes

  • Legendary Sorceries & Incantations (7 Total): The pinnacle of spellcasting. Spells like the infamous Comet Azur or Ranni's Dark Moon are not just handed out. They require venturing into the game's most punishing corners and, once again, seeing lengthy quests through to the very end. If you want to call down the Founding Rain of Stars or unleash the Greyoll's Roar, you've got to put in the work.

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-25 Comet Azur

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-26 Elden Stars

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-27 Flame of the Fell God

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-28 Founding Rain of Stars

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-29 Greyoll's Roar

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-30 Ranni's Dark Moon

    • elden-ring-s-rarest-achievements-in-2026-the-toughest-challenges-most-tarnished-haven-t-conquered-image-31 Stars of Ruin

The Ultimate Test: Elden Ring

And at the very top, the rarest of them all, sitting at a measly completion rate that would make any statistician do a double-take, is the achievement simply titled 'Elden Ring.' This is the big one—the achievement for unlocking all other achievements. It might sound like a mere formality, but it represents the ultimate pilgrimage. It means conquering every legendary hunt, witnessing every ending (which often requires multiple playthroughs), and defeating every secret boss. It's the final, silent nod from the game itself, acknowledging a journey truly completed. In 2026, it remains the white whale for the vast majority of players, a testament to the sheer scale and depth of the world FromSoftware crafted. For those few who have it, the bragging rights are, quite literally, legendary.