Summary
Magic plays a big part inElden Ring, from devastating attacks to weapon buffs and healing spells. Most players will use a sorcery or incantation spell at some point in their playthrough.Elden Ringhas ahigh level of difficultyand, for struggling players, spells are a great way to defeat many of the challenges in the game. There are two spell types inElden Ring, sorceries and incantations, with different stats required for each type.
Flame spells are some of the most powerful magic in the game. Players looking to create a pyromancer build or have an effective spell at the ready, the best in the game are incantations. Fire spells comprise a large part of the incantations inElden Ring, with different types of flame offering different effects. From madness-inducing frenzied flame to the hemorrhaging bloodflame or Godskin Black Flame, flame incantations can be effective tools againstElden Ring’s enemies.
Updated August 03, 2025 by Andy Chapman:FromSoftware’s epic open-world classic is undeniably one of modern gaming’s biggest titles. Its critically acclaimed DLC,Shadow of the Erdtree, once again took players into the challenging fantasy world with tough bosses to battle and secrets to find. It also brought numerous new weapons, armor, and spells for players to enjoy.
FromSoftware’s biggest recent reveal, however, wasElden Ring Nightreign. This upcoming spin-off game has turned Elden Ring into a franchise and promises to be unlike anything the developer has made thus far. This article has been updated with additional entries to give a broader view of the many flame spells featured in Elden Ring.
19Roiling Magma
A Strong Spell if Used Correctly
The Magma Sorceries of Mt Gelmir are unique spells inElden Ringas they require players to boost faith and intelligence. While most flame magic falls under the incantation category, these flame spells are useful attacks that are perfect for sorcerers to use.
Roiling Magmacan be a tricky spell to use correctly, as directly hitting a target will lessen the spell’s effectiveness. Players fire a ball of magma at the ground, which, after a delay, will explode, creating several magma patches in the area. This can be an effective spell against groups of enemies or slowing larger bosses. Roiling Magma can be found on a corpse in Hermit’s Shack, in the Mt Gelmir region.
18Flame Of The Fell God
A Dangerous Delayed Attack
Flame of the Fell Godcosts a lot of FP to cast but deals a large amount of damage to unsuspecting foes. It also requires significant points in faith. However, this effective spell has a long delay and is best used strategically.
With Flame of the Fell God, players summon a floating ball of fire, which moves toward the enemy slowly, finally exploding into a shower of flame. This isn’t a quick spell to use, but if timed right, can be a useful tool. The long delay will give the player time to perform additional attacks before the spell is finished. Players can find this spell early in the game in the Liurnia of the Lakes region, after defeating Adan, Thief of Fire in an evergaol.
17Flame Cleanse Me
Burn Away The Poison & Rot
For certain areas in the game,Flame, Cleanse Meis one of the most useful spells inElden Ring. It can make areas such as Caelid and the Lake of Rot easier to explore, as it is the most effective way of healing Scarlet Rot. With its low FP cost and low stat requirements, Flame Cleanse Me is a good spell to always have memorized.
Players will find this incantation early in the game in the Liurnia of the Lakes region. It is found on a corpse in a Fire Monk camp, southeast of the Church of Vows.
16Bloodflame Blade
Enhance Weapons With Hemorrhaging Bloodflame
Players will find this incantation on a Teardrop Scarab near the Rose Church in Liurnia of the Lakes. TheBloodflame Bladeis a useful spell to have as it buffs the player’s right-hand weapon with festering bloodflame. This effect causes burn damage to enemies as well as blood build-up when hit repeatedly. This effect will cause the enemy to hemorrhage, dealing even more damage.
The incantation is especially useful for dexterity builds, who need toinflict quick damageon enemies. The incantation lasts longer than other similar spells and is quick to cast, making it very effective in boss fights. This spell can be additionally buffed with the Fire Scorpion Charm.
15Gelmir’s Fury
A Powerful Short-Range AOE
Another of the Magma Sorceries developed at Mt Gelmir, this powerful spell can be obtained through Recusant Bernahl by completing his request. After completing the second assassination mission in the Volcano Manor storyline, Knight Bernahl will offer the player a letter and ask for aid. After completing the battle against Vargram the Raging Wolf, and Errant Sorcerer Wilhelm, players will be rewarded with the spell.
Gelmir’s Furyis an effective spell against groups of enemies that have surrounded the player. While good timing is always needed when casting spells close to enemies, Gelmir’s Fury can kill large groups quickly. Magma bursts from the ground, spreading out in a cone and dealing damage in a large area. While other AOE spells have a wider range, Gelmir’s Fury is a strong choice for intelligence builds.
14Magma Shot
Useful Flame Attack for Sorcerers
Another of the unique Mt Gelmir Magma Sorceries,Magma Shotis a useful addition for sorcerers to add to their library of spells. Effective against enemies that are weak to fire, Magma Shot is a simple spell that fires a lump of magma at enemies that explodes on impact.
Players will receive this spell from Tanith after completing the first assassination in the Volcano Manor storyline. While the spell is ideal for sorcerers, it also requires 10 in faith, which many intelligence builds may not have leveled up. Magma Shot may have a short range, but its strong flame attack is an effective weapon for sorcerers looking to deal fire damage to enemies.
13Dragonfire
A Powerful Early Spell
Dragonfireis one of the first Dragon Communion spells players can acquire in the game and is a powerful spell for faith builds. Casting the spell, players summon a large dragon’s head that breathes fire at enemies. While later Dragon Communion spells deal higher damage, this early version is an effective weapon against many enemies.
To get Dragonfire, players must first acquire a dragon heart and complete either the Coastal Cave, leading to the Church of Dragon Communion, or make their way to the Cathedral of Dragon Communion in Caelid. Here, they can purchase the spell from the burning altar.
12Agheel’s Flame
Engulf Enemies In A Wave Of Fire
ThroughoutElden Ring, players will find avariety of dragon bosses, all using different breath attacks. Agheel is the first of these encounters players will come across very early in the game. Defeating Agheel will unlock this powerful incantation at the Cathedral of Dragon Communion.
Agheel’s Flameis the archetypical dragon attack. The player rises from the ground and breathes a torrent of fire, engulfing enemies unlucky enough to be in front of them. While this attack is powerful, it requires good timing, as the spell can be canceled if the player is hit. It also has a significant FP cost, so it is best used as an opening attack or finishing a boss on low health.
11Ghostflame Breath
Engulf Enemies In Ghostflame
Elden Ring’s critically acclaimed DLC,Shadow of the Erdtree,is packed with new enemies, new weapons, and new spells. One of the first major enemies players will encounter when exploring the Land of Shadow is the Ghostflame Dragon. There are three of these enemies scattered across the DLC, with each one presenting a tough challenge for players.
However, defeating these skeletal enemies is not required to accessGhostflame Breath. This powerful Dragon Communion incantation allows players to summon the head of a Ghostflame Dragon, which spews forth a wave of ghostly fire. In addition to the magic damage this spell inflicts, enemies will also receive frost build-up when attacked. Players will need three Dragon Hearts to acquire this spell from the Grand Altar of Dragon Communion.
10Black Flame
Burn Enemies In Black Fire
With its low FP cost and quick use,Black Flameis the ideal fire spell for attacking the many enemies ofElden Ring. While not the most powerful fire spell,Black Flame deals significant damageto low-level enemies and works well as a go-to attack.
With this incantation, players throw a black-colored flaming fireball at enemies, which continues to deal fire damage for a short time after. Players will find this spell after finding the Godskin Prayerbook in Stormveil Castle and giving it to either Brother Corhyn or Miriel, Pastor of Vows. Charging this attack increases the damage and causes the ball to explode on impact, potentially killing more enemies.
