Upgrading your armaments in Elden Ring is essential for surviving the increasingly brutal challenges found in the Lands Between. While tracking down individual upgrade materials can be incredibly tedious, finding key items called Bell Bearings completely alters the gameplay loop. The Smithing-Stone Miner's Bell Bearing 3 is one of the most valuable resources in the game, granting you the ability to buy an unlimited supply of high-grade materials.
Reaching the Mountaintops of the Giants
Before you can claim this valuable item, you must progress far enough into the main story to unlock the frozen northern territory. Access to the Mountaintops of the Giants requires players to defeat Morgott the Omen King in the royal capital of Leyndell. Once you receive the Rold Medallion, you can operate the Grand Lift of Rold to ascend into the snow-covered mountains.
As soon as you arrive in this late-game region, follow the main path heading northeast into the freezing tundra. You will quickly encounter the Zamor Ruins, an atmospheric area filled with powerful ancient knights that can deal massive frost damage. It is highly recommended to tread carefully or utilize your spectral steed, Torrent, to bypass these formidable opponents entirely.
Locating the Hidden Cellar in Zamor Ruins
The key to claiming your upgrade material lies underneath the stone structures of the ancient ruins. Navigate toward the southeastern portion of the Zamor Ruins while keeping an eye out for a stone staircase leading underground. These hidden basements are a staple of Elden Ring exploration and often contain highly valuable treasures.
Descend the small flight of stairs and open the heavy wooden door to enter a small, dark basement room. Inside this cellar, you will find a solitary treasure chest sitting quietly against the wall. Simply open the chest to acquire the Smithing-Stone Miner's Bell Bearing 3 without having to fight a major area boss.
Unlocking Unlimited Materials at the Roundtable Hold
With the rare key item securely in your inventory, fast travel back to the safety of the Roundtable Hold hub area. Locate the Twin Maiden Husks, the quiet vendors stationed in the narrow corridor just past the central room. Interact with them and select the option to offer a new Bell Bearing from your inventory screen.
Submitting this item permanently expands their shop inventory to include both Smithing Stone 5 and Smithing Stone 6 for purchase. As long as you have enough runes to spare, you can buy an infinite amount of these materials to upgrade multiple standard weapons. This incredibly convenient feature allows you to experiment with diverse character builds and try out entirely new weapon types during the late stages of your journey.
