Let me tell you, fellow Tarnished, the saga of my hunt for the legendary Misericorde. In the year 2026, when the Lands Between are still crawling with eager new players and grizzled veterans alike, the quest for this dagger remains a rite of passage. I was just another soul, battered and bruised by the Stormveil Castle guards, dreaming of a weapon that could turn the tides. And oh, did I hear whispers—whispers of a blade so sharp, so utterly vicious on critical hits, that it could make even the mightiest bosses flinch. They said it was hidden, locked away behind a stone door, guarded by secrets and soldiers. The Misericorde wasn't just a weapon; it was a promise of power, a key to a whole new playstyle. My heart was set. I had to have it.

The Treacherous Path to the Sealed Door

My journey began, as many do in this accursed place, at the Rampart Tower Site of Grace. Let me paint you a picture: the wind howling through broken stone, the smell of rain and decay, and me, a tiny speck against the gargantuan Stormveil Castle. Now, if you're lucky and have already done some exploring, there's a cheeky shortcut. There's a lift outside the Rampart Tower room that goes down to an area with a nasty Grafted Scion. Taking that lift down is like taking the express elevator to destiny—well, almost. You still have to dodge the local wildlife. Once at the bottom, you take the first left out of the Scion's room, into an open area, and then left again. And there it is, staring you down: the imposing Stonesword Imp door. It just sits there, taunting you.

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But hey, what if you haven't unlocked that lift? Don't you worry, I've been there too. That's when the real platforming adventure begins, and let me tell you, it's a doozy. From the Rampart Tower Grace, you head up, out onto the castle's windy ramparts. You'll see a bunch of Exiled Soldiers—give them a wide berth or deal with them, your call. Your target is a pile of sandbags. From there, you gotta channel your inner mountain goat and jump onto these rickety wooden platforms clinging to the tower's side. It's a path of faith, one misstep and it's a long, long drop. You follow these platforms around until you can jump down onto some rooftops below. Now, look for a tree growing in a courtyard below. That tree is your beacon! You can actually walk off the ledge, land on the treetop (don't ask me how it holds your weight), and shimmy down onto the arch right in front of that precious door. Phew! Just writing that makes my palms sweat.

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Unlocking the Vault & Claiming the Prize

So, you've made it to the door. Feeling proud? Hold that thought. This isn't any ordinary door; it's sealed by magic and requires a Stonesword Key to open. These keys are precious, but trust me, spending one here is an investment that pays for itself a hundred times over. I fumbled in my pouch, found the key, and with a satisfying clunk, the seal shattered.

I pushed the door open, and... bam! Two Exiled Soldiers wielding Crescent Moon Axes were waiting inside. No welcoming committee, just immediate violence. These guys hit hard, but the room is small. I used hit-and-run tactics, luring them out one by one. After a tense scrap, they were down. The air was thick with anticipation.

And then I saw it. In the corner of the room, on a sorry-looking corpse, gleamed the object of my desire: the Misericorde. I snatched it up, and let me tell you, the feeling was electric. This wasn't just any dagger. Its design was sleek, deadly, and it felt right in my hand. But the room wasn't done giving gifts! Looting around, I also scored an Iron Whetblade (fantastic for applying affinities) and a Hawk-Crest Wooden Shield. Talk about a triple threat!

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Why the Misericorde is Simply Unmatched

Okay, I've got it. But why all the fuss? Let me break it down for you in the simplest terms. This dagger is a critical hit monster. We're talking one of the highest Critical values in the entire game. What does that mean for you and me?

  • Backstabs? Devastating.

  • Ripostes after a parry? Boss-melting.

  • Attacks on staggered enemies? Absolutely filthy damage.

It's the perfect tool for an assassin-style build or anyone who wants to punish enemy mistakes with extreme prejudice. And the best part? It's not picky. To wield this beauty, you only need:

Stat Requirement
Strength 7
Dexterity 12

Seriously, even my magic-focused alt-character could equip this without breaking a sweat. It comes with the Quickstep skill, which is great for mobility, but the beauty of Elden Ring is customization. You can slap on any Ash of War you like. Want to make it a magic dagger? A frost dagger? A blood-loss machine? Go for it! The Misericorde is like a blank, incredibly pointy canvas.

My Final Thoughts (No, Really)

Looking back from 2026, after countless playthroughs and builds, the journey to get the Misericorde still stands out. It's more than a fetch quest. It's a lesson in exploration, a test of platforming skill, and a rewarding treasure hunt that arms you with a tool you can use for the entire game. That first critical hit I landed with it—a backstab on one of those pesky Knights in the castle—was a thing of beauty. The health bar just... vanished. Poof!

If you're early in your journey and feeling overwhelmed, let this be your first major goal. Brave Stormveil, find that door, spend that key. The Misericorde is waiting. It's not just a dagger; it's a game-changer. And honestly? Getting it is half the fun. The other half is stabbing things with it, which, I gotta say, is also pretty great. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some unsuspecting bosses to critically strike. Farewell, and good hunting!