Elden Ring Nightreign: How to get more flask shards

In Elden Ring Nightreign, your main way of healing is with the Flask of Crimson Tears. You start every expedition with just three charges, which honestly isn’t much when things get tough.

So, getting more flask shards early on is pretty important if you want to last longer out there.

This guide will walk you through how to get more flask shards during a run, where to find them, and a few other ways to heal when you’re out of charges.

How flask shards work in Elden Ring Nightreign

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Each time you find a flask shard, you get one extra use of your Flask of Crimson Tears for the rest of the match.

These upgrades don’t carry over to your next expedition, so every time you start fresh, you’re back to three charges. The good thing is, once you pick one up, it lasts for the whole run—even if you die.

Where to find flask shards in Elden Ring Nightreign

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The main way to get flask shards is by finding churches. In every expedition, around three to four churches will spawn randomly across the map. They don’t always appear in the same spot, but they do tend to follow a pattern. You’ll know you’re near one when you see a gold building icon on the map.

When you get to a church, head inside and look for the statue of Marika. There’s a pedestal at the foot of the statue. Walk up to it and interact with it to get your shard. Each player needs to grab the shard themselves, so if you’re playing with others, make sure everyone picks it up.

Churches are also safe zones. There won’t be any enemies inside, and you’ll usually find a few breakable boxes that might give you some helpful consumables.

Since the number of churches is limited, you’ll want to plan your route carefully and try to hit them within the first two days. Once that time passes, some paths might be blocked by rain or stronger enemies, making it harder to reach the churches.

One last shard after the second night

If you survive the second night and beat the boss that comes with it, you’ll get one more flask shard as a reward. That’s the last guaranteed shard before the final Nightlord fight.

So in total, you can get up to four shards per run, bumping your flask charges up to seven. There’s also a possible bonus from a world event, which can bring you up to eight charges, but that’s not guaranteed.

Other ways to heal during a run in Elden Ring Nightreign

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Besides your flask, there are a few other ways to recover health. These can help stretch your flask charges or keep you going when you run out.

Sites of Grace

These are marked on your map and work a lot like they do in the base game. Resting at one restores your HP, FP, and refills your flask. If you’re close to one and low on charges, it’s usually worth the trip.

Healing relics

Some relics add extra effects to your flask. For example, the Delicate Burning Scene makes your flask heal nearby allies too. These are random finds during your run, but they can make a big difference, especially if you’re playing co-op.

Red flower fields

Scattered around the map are glowing fields with different effects. If you find one with red flowers, stepping into it will heal you. These are nice to grab on the go when you’re out of options.

Healing incantations

Some incantations like Urgent Heal and Erdtree Heal can restore health. But to use them, you need a Finger Seal or another item to cast spells. You might not always find one during a match, and not every seal comes with a healing spell, so this method is hit-or-miss.

Passive abilities

When you beat tough enemies, you might see a purple sphere drop. You can choose a reward from it, and sometimes you’ll get a passive skill that heals you in different ways, like restoring HP after landing a few hits.

These are rare but can be really strong, sometimes even better than picking a new weapon.

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FAQs

How many flask shards can you get in one run?

• You can get up to four flask shards per expedition—three from churches and one after the second night boss. A fifth one might come from a world event, but that’s not always available.

Do flask upgrades carry over to the next match?

• No, flask upgrades only last for the current expedition. You’ll start fresh with three charges on your next run.

Are churches safe to visit?

• Yes, there are no enemies inside churches, and you can find useful items in the breakable boxes there.

Can you get all the flask shards solo?

• Yes, but it takes planning. If you move fast and know where to look, it’s possible to reach all the churches on your own before time runs out.

What happens if I miss a church?

• You won’t be able to go back to it for another shard later. Once the day ends or the area becomes blocked, that upgrade is gone for the rest of the run.

What’s the best time to look for churches?

• During the first two days of the expedition. That’s when areas are more accessible and you’ll have the best chance to reach them before things get harder.