Elden Ring’s massive world is filled with secrets, rare weapons, and countless upgrade materials. But not all players want to spend hours farming or grinding for specific gear, which is where item trading comes into play.

One of the most flexible mechanics in Elden Ring is the ability to change weapon affinities using Ashes of War.

In this guide, I’ll break down exactly how many runes you need to hit level 713—the game’s maximum—and share some personal insight from my own Rune-farming journey through the Lands Between.