U4GM - Complete Guide: How to Upgrade Spirit Summons in Elden Ring

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Spirit Summons are a game-changing feature in Elden Ring, allowing players to call forth powerful allies to assist in battle. From tanky warriors to quick-dodging assassins, these spectral companions can shift the tide of any encounter—especially boss fights. But to unlock their full potential, it’s crucial to upgrade them. This guide walks you through everything you need to know about improving Spirit Summons, including where to go, what materials you need, and personal tips from my own playthroughs.

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Step 1: Unlock Spirit Summoning

Before upgrading, make sure you've unlocked the ability to summon Spirits.

• Visit Renna at the Church of Elleh at night after acquiring your first Site of Grace in Limgrave. She’ll give you the Spirit Calling Bell and the Lone Wolf Ashes.
• If you miss Renna, you can purchase the Spirit Calling Bell later from the Twin Maiden Husks at Roundtable Hold.
  
  

Step 2: Find Roderika

Upgrading Spirit Summons begins with an NPC named Roderika.

• Location: You’ll find her at Stormhill Shack, just before entering Stormveil Castle.
• Speak to her until she exhausts her dialogue.
• After defeating Margit the Fell Omen, Roderika will move to Roundtable Hold.
  
  

Step 3: Unlock Spirit Tuning

Once Roderika is at Roundtable Hold, talk to both her and Smithing Master Hewg. Eventually, Hewg will agree to train her in Spirit Tuning. Rest at the grace and Roderika will become available to upgrade your Spirit Ashes.

From this point on, she acts as your dedicated Spirit Tuner.

Step 4: Collect Grave and Ghost Gloveworts

Spirit upgrades require special materials:

• Grave Gloveworts are used to upgrade standard Spirit Ashes.
• Ghost Gloveworts are used to upgrade elite or named Spirit Ashes (like Mimic Tear or Black Knife Tiche).
  
  

These materials can be found:

• In catacombs, scattered across the Lands Between.
• Through Bell Bearings, which let you buy them from the Twin Maiden Husks after turning them in.
• In late-game areas like Nokron and Consecrated Snowfield.
  
  

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Step 5: Upgrade Your Spirit Summons

Return to Roderika at the Roundtable Hold with the necessary Gloveworts. You’ll need:

• Grave Glovewort [1]–[9] for normal Spirit Ashes
• Ghost Glovewort [1]–[9] for elite Spirit Ashes
• Great Grave or Great Ghost Glovewort for the final +10 upgrade
  
  

Each level significantly increases the summon’s HP, damage, and survivability. In my experience, taking Mimic Tear from +0 to +10 made it go from “pretty useful” to “boss-soloing beast.”

Bonus Tips from Personal Experience

• Match your summon to your build: During my Intelligence-heavy run, I leaned on ranged Spirit Ashes like Latenna. On a Strength build, I preferred tanky summons like Lhutel the Headless or Oleg.
• Upgrade early: I regret waiting too long to start upgrading. Investing in one or two summons early on makes mid-game content so much smoother.
• Use them strategically: Don’t just spam summons—time them during boss openings or to draw aggro. A well-timed summon can buy you critical breathing room.
  
  

Fast Track Your Progress

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Upgrading your Spirit Ashes is one of the smartest investments you can make in Elden Ring. It gives you a significant advantage in solo play and allows you to explore the game’s depth with more flexibility. Whether you're aiming to tank damage, deal burst DPS, or simply keep enemies distracted, the right summon at the right level can change everything.

So don't hesitate—start upgrading now. Or, if you want to skip the grind, consider a trusted platform to buy Elden Ring items and get your spirits ready for battle.

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