To get there, progress through Castle Ensis or the Fort of Reprimand.

Once you’re in Scadu Altus, go to theHighroad CrossSite of Grace.

When you find me, you will challenge me to a bout.

A closeup view of Dryleaf Dane and a Tarnished in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

There is no need for words."

You’ll have to reach theMoorth RuinsSite of Grace to actually meet him in the flesh.

If you try talking him, he’ll say nothing.

A map showing the Highroad Cross and Moorth Ruins, two locations relevant to Dryleaf Dane’s questline in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

Instead, use the “May The Best Win” gesture in front of him to start combat.

For more on tackling Romina, see our guide to thelocations of all Shadow of the Erdtree bosses.

The punch can be dodged by rolling around Dane, while the kicks can be avoided by rolling backwards.

A screenshot of the inventory menu of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, showing the Monk’s Missive.

For more information on using them to deliver potent punches and kicks, see our guide onHand-to-Hand Arts.

That finishes up our guide on the Dryleaf Dane questline in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree.

The Tarnished battles Dryleaf Dane in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

A Tarnished stands equipped with Dryleaf Dane’s hat and fistwraps in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.