Thought you were done after defeating Adel in Elden Ring: Nightreign? Think again. FromSoftware has shadowdropped a surprise patch (1.01.3) that introduces a brutal new boss version, a hidden shop, and a powerful new currency: Sovereign Sigils. Here’s your complete guide to finding the secret merchant and taking down the new boss in this high-stakes update.
🦇 Meet the Everdark Sovereign – A Darker Version of Adel
If you've already beaten Adel (Gaping Jaw) in a standard Nightreign expedition, a tougher surprise awaits. Re-enter the expedition later and you may encounter the Everdark Sovereign, an ultra-violent remix of the original boss with new attack patterns and enhanced phase mechanics.
This isn’t just a stat bump. You’ll need sharp coordination—especially in multiplayer—and careful timing to survive:
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Phase 2 changes: Lightning storms, tornado pulls, and a summoned storm dragon.
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Increased AoE pressure that punishes greedy melee attacks.
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Recommendation: High-Stamina or ranged builds with good Madness resistance.
🔔 Pro Tip: Watch for blue sigils on the ground—those are lightning strike zones!
💰 What Are Sovereign Sigils?
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25 Sigils for a first-time victory.
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7 Sigils for repeat wins.
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No farming loophole: Your first kill counts the most.
These Sigils aren’t just for bragging rights—they’re your key to unlocking powerful relics and exclusive content in the hidden shop.
🛒 Where to Find the New Secret Shop
Once you've beaten an Everdark boss (like Adel), a mysterious wooden signpost appears just outside the Roundtable Hold, along the coastline.
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Look for: A round wooden board leaning near the cliffs.
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Once entered: You’ll find the Collector Signboard NPC waiting.
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Note: You must defeat the Everdark boss to unlock access.
Inside, you’ll discover a game-changing merchant unlike anything seen before in the Lands Between.
🔥 What Can You Buy at the Sigil Shop?
This isn’t your typical vendor. The Collector Signboard offers some of the most valuable items and features introduced in Nightreign:
💎 Build-Changing Relics
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Dark Night of the Baron: Boosts critical hit rate and increases runes gained from crits—amazing synergy with Duchess-class builds.
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Special Chalices: Enhance your Nightreign run bonuses or relic RNG.
🟣 Guaranteed Purple Relics
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Only 5 Sigils guarantees a high-tier purple relic drop—no more hoping for lucky expedition RNG.
🌍 Trigger Shifting Earth Events
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For just 1 Sigil, you can manually trigger the Shifting Earth random event—no need to wait or rely on spawn luck.
👕 Exclusive Cosmetics
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Skins normally priced at 344,000 Murks can now be bought for 20 Sigils—a massive deal.
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Rotating cosmetic options keep things fresh weekly.
⚖️ Spend Wisely – Limited Sigils, Big Choices
Because Sigils are tied to limited weekly boss clears, you’ll need to make tough choices:
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Gameplay buffs (like relics) are recommended early on.
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Cosmetic skins are more affordable but don’t affect your build.
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This system encourages long-term engagement and strategic progression.
💡 Tip: Don’t blow your first 25 Sigils on aesthetics—stack your build first, then flex in style.
🔁 Weekly Boss Rotation – A Living Endgame
The Everdark Sovereign isn’t a one-time event. Each week, a new enhanced boss enters the rotation:
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Week 1: Gaping Jaw (Adel) – Available now.
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Upcoming Weeks: Sentient Pest, Darkdrift Knight, and more.
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Every boss offers unique first-time Sigil rewards and challenges.
This evolving system keeps the Nightreign endgame alive, unpredictable, and community-driven.
🌐 Community Links & Strategy Resources
Stay ahead of the weekly Everdark meta and get community-tested strategies here:
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✍️ Final Thoughts
FromSoftware isn’t just keeping Elden Ring alive—it’s evolving it. The Everdark Sovereign fights and Sigil shop system add a compelling, repeatable endgame for those hungry for more after the base DLC. With thoughtful reward design and weekly content rollouts, Nightreign’s latest update is a masterclass in post-launch engagement.
If you haven’t yet gone back to challenge Adel again… you’re missing the real fight.
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