The "Shadow of the Erdtree" expansion for Elden Ring introduces new crafting materials and recipes to enhance your gameplay experience. Here's a general guide on crafting in this DLC:
Crafting Materials
•New Materials: In the Realm of Shadow, you'll find unique materials like:
oRock Heart - Possibly used for crafting high-damage or utility items.
oDragonbolt of Florissax - This might relate to crafting items with lightning attributes.
oVarious other materials which can be found scattered throughout the new areas.
•Farming Locations: Crafting materials are often found in specific environments; for instance, Glintstone Fireflies are prevalent in Liurnia of the Lakes, while beast blood can be farmed from certain enemies in regions like Mistwood.
Crafting Recipes
Recipe Cookbooks:
These books are crucial as they unlock new recipes. Look for them in chests, from defeated enemies, or as rewards for completing certain tasks or defeating bosses.
Types of Items Crafted:
Pots like Hefty Frenzied Flame Pot, Hefty Fire Pot, etc., for different elemental damage or effects. Boluses or other consumables that might offer temporary buffs or status effect resistances, like Thawfrost Boluses.
How to Craft
•Access the Crafting Menu: You can access crafting from the pause menu under the "Crafting" tab.
•Check Ingredients: Each item to craft will list the required materials. Ensure you have these in your inventory.
Crafting Process:
1.Select the item you wish to craft.
2.If you have the necessary materials, the option to craft will be available. Press the required button to create the item.
Tips for Crafting 
•Explore Thoroughly: New materials can be found in obscure locations or dropped by specific enemies. Exploring every nook and cranny of the Shadow Realm will yield crafting materials.
•Use Summons and Farming: For materials that are hard to come by, consider strategies like farming respawnable enemies or using summon signs to clear areas quickly.
•Balance Your Inventory: Remember that crafting materials take up space in your inventory. Plan your crafting sessions to optimize your inventory management.
•Craft for Boss Fights: Tailor your crafting to prepare for boss encounters. For instance, crafting pots that exploit an enemy's weakness can be very beneficial.
•Keep Recipes Handy: Some crafting recipes might be useful for very specific situations or parts of the game. Keep track of where you've found recipes or what they allow you to craft.
Notable Crafting Items
•Explosive Pots: Useful for dealing area damage or breaking certain types of enemy formations.
•Eternal Sleep Pot: Could be used to manage aggro or control enemy crowds in more strategic battles.
•Hefty Red Lightning Pot: For those looking to exploit lightning weaknesses in enemies.
Conclusion
Crafting in "Shadow of the Erdtree" can be as crucial as in the base game, offering players a way to adapt to the challenges presented by the new enemies, bosses, and environments. Always keep an eye out for new materials and remember that some of these might be essential for overcoming the toughest parts of the DLC.
