Castle Cross Message

Type

Informative Item

About this item

Message left by Needle Knight Leda, addressed to kindred spirits who also pursue Miquella's trail.

"Kind Miquella seeks the tower sealed by shadow, and the Gate of Divinity found there.

If we are to reach him, we must burn the tree that seals the path.

And for that we require a flame."

Cross beside the checkpoint

Castle Ensis

Starting Site of Grace: Castle Ensis Checkpoint

1. From Castle Front, cross the northeastern bridge toward Castle Ensis. Pass or defeat the Troll Knight at the far end, then climb the large stairs on the left.
2. Follow the path left at the top. Soldiers and dogs wait around the fires and stairway, so draw them out before climbing farther.
3. Continue through the cave beyond the first campfire. Climb the ledges at its far exit, then follow the uphill path past the patrolling Black Knight.
4. At the top is a closed gate with Miquella's Cross beside it. Activate Castle Ensis Checkpoint grace before attempting the detour.
5. Collect the message beside Miquella's Cross near the closed gate. Rellana's arena is farther inside the castle.

Notes

• A readable message left by Leda at the castle checkpoint. Read its text from the inventory after collecting it.
• It points toward the sealed tower and the need for a flame. Picking it up does not open the castle gate, give you that flame or start the final burning interaction.
• The gate mechanism is reached through the flooded cave and waterfall detour beside the checkpoint. You can collect the message before doing that route.
• Message from Leda at Highroad Cross is a separate item. This note remains the early castle message rather than changing into her later instructions.