How to Get to Miquella’s Haligtree in Elden Ring: Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Getting to Miquella’s Haligtree requires completing a complex sequence involving two secret medallion halves, accessing the Consecrated Snowfield, and solving an intricate puzzle in Ordina, Liturgical Town. This comprehensive guide covers every step, common mistakes, and what to expect upon arrival.

Key Takeaways

• Two medallion halves are required from Village of the Albinaurics and Castle Sol
• You must defeat Commander Niall and reach the Mountaintops of the Giants
• The Ordina puzzle involves lighting four statues while avoiding invisible assassins
• Expect 2-3 hours of gameplay to complete all prerequisites
• The Haligtree contains some of Elden Ring’s most challenging content, including Malenia

Prerequisites: What You Must Complete First

Before attempting to reach the Haligtree, ensure you’ve progressed far enough in the main story. You’ll need access to the Mountaintops of the Giants, which requires defeating Morgott in Leyndell and burning the Erdtree. For general game progression guidance, see our Elden Ring system requirements to ensure optimal performance during these challenging encounters.

Required Story Progress

• Defeat Morgott, the Omen King
• Reach the Mountaintops of the Giants
• Have the regular Rold Medallion for the Grand Lift

Essential Items Needed

• Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left) from Village of the Albinaurics
• Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right) from Castle Sol
• Access to Liurnia of the Lakes and Caelid regions

The medallion system represents one of FromSoftware’s more innovative progression mechanics, as noted in academic game design studies analyzing Elden Ring’s open-world structure.

Step 1: Obtaining the Haligtree Secret Medallion Halves

The Haligtree Secret Medallion consists of two pieces hidden in different locations. Both are essential—you cannot proceed with just one half.

Left Half: Village of the Albinaurics

The left medallion half is hidden with Albus, an elderly Albinauric disguised as a pot in the Village of the Albinaurics.

Location Details:

• Region: Liurnia of the Lakes, southern area
• Nearest Site of Grace: Village of the Albinaurics
• Key NPC: Albus (disguised as a large pot)

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Travel to the Village of the Albinaurics in southern Liurnia
2. Head to the village’s upper section with the sloping path
3. Look for a large pot sitting alone near some ruins
4. Strike the pot to reveal Albus, an elderly Albinauric
5. Speak with him to receive the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Left)

Expert Tip: Albus won’t move or respond until you hit the pot. This is the game’s way of hiding him—it’s not a bug if he seems unresponsive initially.

Right Half: Castle Sol

The right medallion half requires significantly more effort, as you must defeat Commander Niall, one of the game’s challenging bosses.

Location Details:

• Region: Mountaintops of the Giants, northern area
• Boss Required: Commander Niall
• Difficulty: High (recommended level 90-100+)

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Travel to Castle Sol in the northern Mountaintops
2. Fight through the castle’s enemies and spectral knights
3. Locate and defeat Commander Niall in the castle’s main hall
4. After victory, examine the pedestal behind his arena
5. Collect the Haligtree Secret Medallion (Right)

Commander Niall Strategy:

• Weakness: Lightning damage
• Phase 1: Focus on eliminating his two spectral knight summons first
• Phase 2: Niall becomes more aggressive with prosthetic leg attacks
• Use Spirit Summons to divide his attention

For additional character progression tips and understanding Vitality in Elden Ring, which can be crucial for surviving this boss fight.

Step 2: Accessing the Consecrated Snowfield

With both medallion halves collected, you can now access the Consecrated Snowfield via the Grand Lift of Rold.

Using the Secret Medallion

At the Grand Lift of Rold:

1. Approach the Grand Lift of Rold (same lift used for Mountaintops access)
2. When prompted for medallion use, switch to the secret medallion option
3. Select “Hoist secret medallion” instead of the regular option
4. The lift will transport you to the Consecrated Snowfield

Critical Note: You must actively choose the secret medallion option. Using the regular medallion will take you to the standard Mountaintops area.

Navigating the Consecrated Snowfield

The Consecrated Snowfield is a vast, blizzard-covered region with limited visibility.

Key Landmarks:

• Consecrated Snowfield Site of Grace (starting point)
• Ordina, Liturgical Town (your primary destination)
• Apostate Derelict (optional area with useful items)

Navigation Tips:

• Follow the main path northeast from the starting grace
• Use Torrent to cover ground quickly in the blizzard
• The path to Ordina is relatively straightforward—stick to the main route

Step 3: The Ordina Puzzle – Lighting the Four Statues

Ordina, Liturgical Town contains the final barrier to the Haligtree: an Evergaol puzzle requiring you to light four candle statues while navigating invisible assassins.

Understanding the Evergaol Mechanic

When you interact with the Evergaol in Ordina’s center, you’re transported to a spectral version of the town where:

• Most enemies disappear
• Invisible Black Knife Assassins patrol key areas
• Four candle statues must be lit to unlock the Haligtree portal
• You can see the statues glowing when they’re successfully lit

Statue Locations and Solutions

Statue #1: The Eastern Ground Level

• Location: Eastern side of town, ground level near stairs
• Approach: Relatively safe, minimal assassin presence
• Strategy: Direct approach from the main path

Statue #2: The Western Rooftop

• Location: Western building rooftops, requires climbing
• Challenges: Invisible assassin patrols this area
• Solution: Use the Sentry’s Torch or Torch to reveal assassins, or move carefully and listen for their footsteps

Statue #3: The Central Tower

• Location: Tall central tower, highest point in town
• Access: Climb the ladder inside the tower
• Difficulty: Moderate—watch for the assassin at the top

Statue #4: The Northern Rooftop Complex

• Location: Northern building cluster, multiple roof jumps required
• Challenges: Most complex navigation, multiple assassins
• Strategy: Take your time with jumps, use ranged attacks on assassins when possible

Invisible Assassin Counter-Strategies

The Black Knife Assassins in Ordina are completely invisible but can be detected and dealt with:

Detection Methods:

• Footstep sounds when they move
• Disturbed snow showing their position
• Sentry’s Torch reveals them when equipped
• Beast-Repellent Torch also works for detection

Combat Strategies:

• Lock-on still works even when they’re invisible
• Use wide-swing weapons to hit them without precise targeting
• Area-of-effect spells like Rock Sling work effectively
• Spirit Summons can distract them while you light statues

Common Puzzle Mistakes and Solutions

Mistake #1: Not lighting all four statues

• Solution: Double-check each location—unlit statues appear dim compared to successfully lit ones

Mistake #2: Getting killed by assassins repeatedly

• Solution: Use the Sentry’s Torch and take a defensive approach rather than rushing

Mistake #3: Falling from rooftops during navigation

• Solution: Don’t rush the platforming—failed jumps reset your progress

Mistake #4: Missing the ladder in the central tower

• Solution: The ladder is inside the tower building, not on the exterior

Step 4: Entering Miquella’s Haligtree

Once all four statues are lit, return to the Evergaol center in Ordina. The previously sealed Waygate will now be accessible.

The Portal Activation

1. Approach the glowing Waygate in Ordina’s center
2. Interact with it to be transported directly to the Haligtree
3. You’ll arrive at the Miquella’s Haligtree Site of Grace

What to Expect Upon Arrival

Immediate Environment:

• You’ll spawn on a large tree branch overlooking the massive Haligtree
• The first Site of Grace is directly behind your spawn point
• Giant ants and Cleanrot Knights are the primary enemies in the opening area

Progression Path:

• Head downward along the tree branches initially
• The path leads to Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree
• Ultimate destination: Malenia, Blade of Miquella boss fight

Difficulty Warning: The Haligtree contains some of Elden Ring’s most challenging content. Enemies here are level 120+ equivalent, and the area culminates in the Malenia boss fight, widely considered the game’s most difficult encounter. For tips on tackling challenging boss fights, check our guide on Elden Ring’s falling star locations for upgrade materials.

Essential Preparation Tips

Recommended Character Level

• Minimum: Level 100
• Comfortable: Level 120-140
• Weapon Upgrades: +20 regular or +8 special weapons

Useful Items and Equipment

• Sentry’s Torch (invaluable for Ordina puzzle)
• Cleanrot Knight armor set (found in Caelid, provides rot resistance)
• Preserving Boluses (cures Scarlet Rot)
• Strong Spirit Summons (Mimic Tear, Tiche, or Ancient Dragon Knight Kristoff)

For optimal gaming performance during these intense encounters, consider checking if your setup meets the system requirements for smooth gameplay.

Stat Requirements

• Vigor: Minimum 40 points (50+ recommended)
• Primary damage stat: 60+ points in your chosen attribute
• Endurance: 25+ for adequate stamina

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

Reaching Miquella’s Haligtree represents one of Elden Ring’s most complex progression sequences, requiring careful planning, boss defeats, and puzzle-solving skills. The journey from collecting medallion halves to solving the Ordina puzzle tests multiple aspects of player skill and game knowledge.

Once you’ve successfully accessed the Haligtree, prepare for some of the game’s most challenging content, culminating in the legendary Malenia encounter. The area rewards thorough exploration with unique weapons, armor sets, and deep lore connections to the broader Elden Ring narrative.

Remember that the Haligtree is entirely optional content—take your time, prepare adequately, and don’t hesitate to level up further if you’re struggling with any of the prerequisite bosses or challenges along the way.