U4GM - 6 Steps to Secure Your Runes After Boss Fights in Elden Ring

NimbusWarden

After surviving a tough boss fight in Elden Ring, your sense of victory can quickly turn into panic if you lose the Runes you've just earned. As a veteran of multiple playthroughs, I've made my fair share of mistakes—losing over 200,000 Runes because I got careless immediately after a fight. Here are six tried-and-tested steps to help you secure your hard-earned Elden Ring Runes and avoid frustrating setbacks.

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1. Rest at the Nearest Site of Grace Immediately

Once the boss is down and the area is clear, don’t waste time exploring or testing new gear. Head straight to the nearest Site of Grace and rest. This simple action locks in your victory and sets a respawn point, meaning if you die afterward, you’ll revive close by without risking your runes on the journey back.

Personal tip: I used to explore after beating bosses, only to die from traps or mobs. Now, I never skip the grace.

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2. Spend Your Runes Right Away

Don’t hoard your Runes. One of the best ways to secure them is to use them. Whether you're leveling up, upgrading weapons, or buying key items, spend what you can. Sitting on a pile of Runes is tempting fate.

If you’re saving for something specific, consider converting your Runes into consumable Rune items. They don’t drop on death and can be used later.

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3. Use Memory of Grace as a Last Resort

If you're surrounded or deep in dangerous territory with no safe exit, use the Memory of Grace. It warps you back to the last Site of Grace with all Runes dropped—but it beats dying and losing everything in hostile terrain.

It’s a painful decision, but I've avoided complete Rune loss this way more than once during late-game dungeon runs.

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4. Equip Rune-Protecting Gear

Talismans like the Sacrificial Twig are invaluable after boss fights. If you die, they prevent Rune loss once. Keep one equipped or at least in your inventory after boss encounters. The Twig has saved me more times than I can count, especially when I was low on flasks post-fight.

Also, keep Rune Arc boosts in mind if you're using Great Runes. They often give just enough of an edge to survive unexpected encounters on your way back to safety.

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5. Check for Hidden Enemies or Traps

Elden Ring is infamous for ambushes. After a boss fight, don’t assume the danger is over. Some areas place enemies or environmental hazards near the exit to punish unprepared players.

I once lost a full boss reward to a collapsing bridge trap just minutes after celebrating. Always move cautiously until you’re at a safe zone.

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6. Consider Buying Backup Items With Excess Runes

If you find yourself consistently dying before you can spend your Runes, one option is to purchase items you can sell later—like smithing stones or consumables. You can always sell them to merchants later if needed, essentially “banking” your Runes safely.

If you're low on time and need a quick boost, some players also turn to elden ring runes for sale from trusted sources, especially when regrinding would take hours. I personally used this method once to get back on track during NG+ without wasting time.

Securing Runes isn’t just about avoiding loss—it’s about respecting the effort you put into each victory. After dozens of hours in the Lands Between, I’ve learned that a little caution goes a long way. Whether you're a first-time player or a seasoned veteran, following these steps can make your boss victories truly rewarding—and safe.