Special Symbols and Elden Ring Items Non-Boss Landmarks

Scarabs- Revealed via Forts; guaranteed Talisman drops.
Buried Treasure- Also revealed by Forts; high chance of rare gear.
Mission Objective Icons- Appear during Nightfarer's Remembrance or Shifting Earth events.

Controller Tip: Press Triangle/Y on your map screen to reveal nearby utility points, such as:

Smithing Tables
Merchants
Weapon Racks (Bows, Staves, etc.)

Landmark Prioritization Strategy

Day One Priorities:

Open the map upon landing in Limveld.
Head to the closest boss landmark.
Once cleared, immediately plan your route to the next two closest boss landmarks.
Look for Great Churches along the way to upgrade your Sacred Flasks.

Goal by Nightfall: Be level 6–7 with at least one or two extra Flasks.
Avoid:

Long detours for single targets.
Tough Castles or Forts before reaching level 5.
Using Spectral Hawks early unless you're absolutely confident- they only move in one direction and can waste time.

Mid-Game Optimization:

Use Forts to reveal Scarabs and Treasure Maps.
Start targeting elemental loot based on your current build.
Visit Smithing areas to upgrade weapons.

Late-Day Efficiency:

Boss progress carries over between days- you can return and finish fights later.
Skip overly tanky or annoying bosses that drain your limited time.
Defeating the second night boss grants a free Sacred Flask.

Pro Tips for Efficient Landmark Runs

Always mark your destination before moving out.
Run past unnecessary fights- focus on objectives, not kills.
Level up at every opportunity- don't sit on Elden Ring Runes.
Don't over-commit to one boss if it's draining time.
Loot smart- even a quick Church detour for a Flask can be more valuable than a rare weapon you can't upgrade yet.

Conclusion

Landmarks are the beating heart of the Elden Ring: Nightreign expedition system. Understanding what each type offers- and how to best route through them- is crucial to your survival. With randomized layouts, you'll never play the same expedition twice, but using the landmark system to your advantage will always be the key to cheap Elden Ring Items success.