If you’ve ventured deep into Elden Ring’s late game, you’ve probably realized that runes—your lifeblood for leveling up and upgrading gear—never stop being relevant. Whether you’re fine-tuning your final build or experimenting with new weapons, an efficient farming route can save you hours of grinding. Below are several late-game rune farming strategies that continue to scale well, even as enemies get tougher and your rune needs skyrocket.
The Palace Approach Ledge-Road (Mohgwyn Palace)
No farming guide would be complete without mentioning this infamous location. The Palace Approach Ledge-Road site of grace in Mohgwyn Palace remains the single best spot to accumulate massive amounts of Elden Ring runes. Each Albinauric can drop several thousand runes, and the entire group can be wiped out in under a minute with a powerful area-of-effect spell or weapon skill.
For optimal efficiency, equip the Gold Scarab talisman to boost rune acquisition and rest at the grace repeatedly. Players who enjoy testing different weapons or experimenting with new builds often rely on this location to stockpile resources instead of having to buy Elden Ring runes through external means.
Haligtree and Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree
If you’re looking for a more challenging farming experience that also drops valuable crafting materials, the Haligtree area is ideal. Enemies here are resilient but drop impressive rune totals, and the knights near the Elphael grace point can yield anywhere between 5,000–7,000 runes each.
To maximize efficiency, use stealth or lure single enemies with ranged attacks. The environment’s vertical layout also allows creative players to use Spirit Ashes to clear small groups safely.
Mountaintops of the Giants – Consecrated Snowfield
This late-game zone is often overlooked for rune farming, but the Consecrated Snowfield is a hidden gem for those who prefer open spaces and minimal risk. The giant trolls here offer consistent rune payouts and can be defeated quickly using bleed or frost-based weapons.
While the rune yield isn’t as extreme as Mohgwyn Palace, the area’s accessibility and wide farming paths make it a comfortable option for players who want a change of scenery without losing efficiency.
Farum Azula – The Dragon Route
Crumbled Farum Azula is another excellent late-game area where players can rack up runes quickly by targeting the dragon enemies scattered across the map. Each one drops a hefty sum of Elden Ring runes and can be reset by resting at the nearest site of grace.
It’s not the fastest farming route, but it’s satisfying and scales well with endgame power levels. Pairing the Gold Scarab with rune-boosting consumables can make each run especially rewarding.
for Efficient Farming
Stack Multipliers: Always equip rune-boosting gear, including the Gold Scarab and the Silver Tear Mask, to increase overall yield.
Use AoE Weapons: Skills like Sacred Relic Sword’s Wave of Gold or Comet Azur make quick work of large groups.
Stay Mobile: Resetting quickly at nearby grace points keeps your rune-per-minute rate high.
