FromSoftware’s latest co-op spinoff, Elden Ring: Nightreign, is throwing a new curveball at players—you can’t begin an expedition if you’re hoarding too many relics. Launched just weeks ago, Nightreign places three players into a tense, time-limited expedition set in a twisted version of Elden Ring’s Limgrave, now called Limveld. Players must level up over two in-game days before facing deadly Night Lord bosses—but there’s a catch that’s frustrating players: a hidden relic cap that blocks progress.
🚫 Expedition Locked Due to Too Many Relics
Reddit user Scufozzover1 shared a screenshot of the exact moment this happens: an in-game message stating that the player can’t begin an expedition because they own too many relics. The menu behind the warning is grayed out, confirming the lockout.
Although the exact number for this relic cap hasn’t been officially confirmed, many speculate that it aligns with Soulsborne tradition: a 999-item cap, common in FromSoftware games.
“This is a strange design choice,” one fan commented. “It punishes completionists and long-time players who’ve beaten every Night Lord.”
📦 Why the Relic Cap Matters
Relics are essential in Nightreign. They grant boosts to health, damage, stamina, and even expedition-specific abilities. But this relic overload mechanic means that players may need to discard or store relics before embarking on further missions.
This is a major gameplay shift, and it raises important questions about inventory management in an otherwise combat-focused experience. If you’re nearing endgame content or playing multiple characters, you may hit the cap without realizing it.
🧹 How to Avoid the Relic Block
Currently, the only known solution is to sell or discard surplus relics before launching an expedition. There’s no relic storage or vault system in the game—yet. Some players are asking FromSoftware to patch in a storage mechanic or simply increase the cap.
🧠 Community Reactions
The reaction has been mixed. While some players appreciate the forced inventory management and the strategy behind choosing which relics to keep, others view it as an arbitrary roadblock—especially in a game where relic hunting is a core loop.
🛠️ Will FromSoftware Address It?
FromSoftware has not yet commented on the relic cap issue. Given the community’s feedback, there’s a chance we’ll see a quality-of-life update in the near future. Until then, players should be aware: if you’re a relic hoarder, your expedition days might be numbered.