Encounter Yura, the enigmatic Bloody Finger Hunter, early in Elden Ring and embark on a thrilling questline that weaves through Limgrave, Liurnia, and beyond. From battling fierce invaders like Nerijus and Ravenmount Assassin to claiming legendary rewards such as the Nagakiba katana and Ronin’s Set armor, Yura’s story is packed with action, mystery, and valuable loot. Ready your weapons and follow this guide to uncover every step and secret of Yura’s questline across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Our Elden Ring Yura questline guide will walk you through all steps of Yura’s story – including where to find him in Limgrave, Liurnia of the Lakes, and the Altus Plateau – and how to collect his gear: the Nagakiba katana and the Ronin’s Set armor.
Where to start the Yura questline in Elden Ring
Yura’s questline in Elden Ring begins in Limgrave, just northeast of the Seaside Ruins Site of Grace. You will find Yura under a large ruined archway near a campfire, where he warns you about the Flying Dragon Agheel in the nearby lake. This initial encounter sets the stage for the quest, and after defeating the dragon, you can return to Yura for further dialogue and quest progression. From there, the quest leads you to multiple locations, including Murkwater Cave and the Academy of Raya Lucaria, as you assist Yura in battling invaders and uncovering more about his story.
There are two places where you can first meet Bloody Finger Hunter Yura. Depending on your progress, you might find him in both places.
The first is in Limgrave south of the Dragon-Burnt Ruins and west of the Agheel Lake SouthSite of Grace. Look for the large arch of a ruined wall, and you’ll find Yura at a campfire underneath. He’s there to warn you about the dragon in Agheel Lake. Once you defeat the dragon, head back to the ruin and he’ll tell you about the Church of Dragon Communion. Speaking to him here (and killing Flying Dragon Agheel) is optional.
The second location you’ll find him is along the river leading to Murkwater Cave on the north side of Agheel Lake. Bloody Finger Hunger Yura will (eventually) join the fight when you’re invaded by Bloody Finger Nerijus. Once Nerijus is defeated, Yura will move to an rock overhang a bit farther north along the river.
How to complete the Yura questline in Elden Ring
To complete Yura’s questline in Elden Ring, start by finding Yura northeast of the Seaside Ruins, where he warns you about the dragon at Agheel Lake. Defeating Flying Dragon Agheel is optional but recommended for lore and rewards. Next, head north near Murkwater Cave to face Bloody Finger Nerijus, where Yura will assist you; defeating Nerijus grants you the Reduvia dagger. Then, travel to Liurnia near the Academy of Raya Lucaria and help Yura defeat the Bloody Finger Ravenmount Assassin on the bridge, earning valuable items like the Rune Arc and Ash of War: Raptor of the Mists. Afterward, meet Yura at the Second Church of Marika in the Altus Plateau to receive the Nagakiba katana and defeat the invader Eleonora to obtain the Purifying Crystal Tear and Eleonora’s Poleblade. Finally, reach the Zamor Ruins in the Mountaintops of the Giants, where Yura is possessed by Shabriri; defeating Shabriri rewards you with the Ronin armor set. This questline spans much of the game and offers powerful weapons and unique rewards across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
If you complete Murkwater Cave before killing the dragon, you’ll still find him in the ruins at the south end of the lake. So long as you’ve spoken to him near Murkwater, he’ll move to his next location in Liurnia.
Academy of Raya Lucaria in Liurnia of the Lakes
The next place you’ll meet Yura is near the Academy of Raya Lucaria. Once you reach the Main Academy Gate site of grace, turn around and follow the bridge northeast. Don’t interact with the the floating seal there. Instead, just walk past it.
Not too far down – just before the first break in the bridge – you’ll find a red summon sign from Yura on the ground. Interact with it to be transported into a battle against Bloody Finger Ravenmount Assassin.
Helping Yura defeat this Bloody Finger will earn you a Rune Arc, a Furlcalling Finger Remedy, and the Ash of War: Raptor of the Mists. When you return to your own world, Yura will be standing just to the north. Speak with him to get some more backstory and a Smithing Stone (5).
Second Church of Marika in Altus Plateau
After you’re done with Yura at Raya Lucaria, he’ll head into the Altus Plateau. You’ll need to find both halves of the Dectus Medallion – one half is in southeast Limgrave at Fort Haight and the other is in Dragonbarrow at Fort Farroth – to ride the Grand Lift of Dectus.
A bit to the north of the Grand Lift, you’ll find the Second Church of Marika. It’s not along the road, so it’s a bit of a hike to find it. The closest Sites of Grace are the Altus Highway Junction and the Forest-Spanning Greatbridge.
When you arrive, speak with Yura (he’s not doing great) to receive his Nagakiba katana. At that point, you’ll be invaded by Eleonora, Violet Bloody Finger. Defeat her to get the Purifying Crystal Tear and Eleonora’s Poleblade. The Crystal Tear can be used to dispel one of Mohg’s more powerful attacks, so it’s worth getting whenever you make it to Mohgwyn Palace.
That completes Yura’s questline. but not quite. Well, technically. Kinda.
Zamor Ruins in Mountaintops of the Giants
After you complete your journey through Leyndell, Royal Capital and defeat Morgott, The Omen King, you’ll pick up the Rold Medallion and open the path to the Grand Lift of Rold in the Forbidden Lands.
On the other side of the lift, the first Site of Grace you’ll come to is at the Zamor Ruins. Rest there, and you’ll find Yura standing just to the east. Only it’s not actually Yura anymore – his body has been taken over by Shabriri.
Shabriri’s (separate) quest involves decisions that affect your ending for Elden Ring, though you can undo this particular choice with a bit of work. Shabriri needs you to meet with the Three Fingers beneath the Subterranean Shunning-Grounds in Leyndell, Royal Capital.
What secrets does Yura’s questline reveal about Elden Ring’s lore
Yura’s questline in Elden Ring unveils deep lore about the Dragon Cult and the tragic consequences of Dragon Communion. Yura and his companion Eleonora were once dragon hunters who partook in Dragon Communion, a ritual granting dragon-like power but causing a loss of humanity and eventual madness. Eleonora succumbs to this curse, becoming a bloodthirsty Bloody Finger invader, which drives Yura to become a hunter of such invaders, known as Bloody Finger Hunters. This backstory reveals the dark cost of seeking dragon power and the connection between Bloody Fingers and the blood lord Mohg, as most Bloody Fingers bear his seals, except Eleonora, who carries a crystal tear that counters his curse. Yura’s tale thus enriches Elden Ring’s mythology by exploring the tragic fate of those who chase forbidden strength and the complex ties between dragon worship, invaders, and blood magic.
What does Yura’s past reveal about the Dragon Cult and its influence on Elden Ring lore
Yura’s past reveals that the Dragon Cult in Elden Ring is a dangerous and ruinous force that grants immense draconic power at the cost of one’s humanity. Yura and Eleonora, both dragon hunters, engaged in Dragon Communion-a ritual consuming dragon hearts to gain strength. However, this communion leads to a loss of humanity and eventual madness, as seen in Eleonora’s tragic transformation into a bloodthirsty Bloody Finger invader. This highlights the cult’s seductive but destructive nature, showing how the pursuit of dragon power corrupts and dooms its followers. Yura’s role as a Bloody Finger Hunter, dedicated to hunting those corrupted by cessblood and the bloodlust from Dragon Communion, underscores the cult’s lasting influence on the world and the tragic fates it imposes on those involved. His story connects the Dragon Cult’s ancient draconic legacy with the present-day conflicts involving invaders and blood magic, deepening Elden Ring’s lore about the perilous allure of dragon power and its catastrophic consequences.
