Elden Ring Level Calculator – Rune Cost & Stat Planner Tool

  • Adam
  • November 22, 2025

Free Elden Ring level calculator to calculate rune costs, plan character builds, and optimize stat distribution. Calculate runes needed from any level to level 713 max.

Elden Ring Level Calculator

Calculate Rune Costs & Plan Your Character Build

Level & Rune Calculator

Understanding Elden Ring Leveling

Leveling up in Elden Ring requires spending Runes, the game's universal currency. Each level increases one of your eight core attributes, making your character stronger. The cost to level up increases exponentially, with early levels costing hundreds of runes and late levels costing hundreds of thousands.

The Eight Core Stats

  • Vigor: Increases HP, fire resistance, and immunity
  • Mind: Increases FP (Focus Points) for casting spells and using skills
  • Endurance: Increases stamina, robustness, and equipment load
  • Strength: Boosts physical power and strength weapon scaling
  • Dexterity: Increases attack power of dexterity weapons and casting speed
  • Intelligence: Required for sorceries, increases magic damage
  • Faith: Required for incantations, increases holy damage
  • Arcane: Increases item discovery, bleed buildup, and arcane scaling

How Leveling Works

To level up in Elden Ring:

  1. Rest at a Site of Grace
  2. Select "Level Up" from the menu
  3. Spend required runes to increase one attribute by 1 point
  4. Your character level increases by 1
  5. Each subsequent level costs more runes

Elden Ring Rune Cost Formula

The rune cost for each level in Elden Ring is calculated using a specific mathematical formula that ensures exponential growth. This makes early levels affordable while keeping high-level progression challenging.

Rune Cost Calculation Formula

Step 1: Calculate Variable x

Formula:

x = ((Level + 81) - 92) × 0.02

If x < 0, then x = 0

Step 2: Calculate Rune Cost

Formula:

Rune Cost = ⌊((x + 0.1) × (Level + 81)²) + 1⌋

⌊ ⌋ means round down (floor function)

Detailed Example: Level 50 to 51

Calculate x:

x = ((50 + 81) - 92) × 0.02

x = (131 - 92) × 0.02 = 39 × 0.02 = 0.78

Calculate Rune Cost:

Cost = ⌊((0.78 + 0.1) × (50 + 81)²) + 1⌋

Cost = ⌊((0.88) × (131)²) + 1⌋

Cost = ⌊(0.88 × 17,161) + 1⌋ = ⌊15,102.68⌋ = 15,102 runes

Result: Leveling from 50 to 51 costs 15,102 runes. As you can see, the cost increases significantly compared to early levels due to the quadratic relationship with level.

Elden Ring Starting Classes

Choosing the right starting class is crucial for build optimization. Each class starts with different base stats and levels, which affects your overall stat allocation and final build efficiency.

Base Stats by Class

Class Level VIG MND END STR DEX INT FAI ARC
Vagabond 9 15 10 11 14 13 9 9 7
Warrior 8 11 12 11 10 16 10 8 9
Hero 7 14 9 12 16 9 7 8 11
Astrologer 6 9 15 9 8 12 16 7 9
Wretch 1 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

Frequently Asked Questions

How many runes does it take to level up in Elden Ring?

The rune cost to level up in Elden Ring increases exponentially with each level using the formula: Rune Cost = floor(((x+0.1)*((Level+81)^2))+1), where x = max(0, ((Level+81)-92)*0.02). Early levels (1-50) cost hundreds to a few thousand runes, mid levels (50-150) cost tens of thousands, and high levels (300+) cost hundreds of thousands of runes per level.

What is the max level in Elden Ring?

The maximum level in Elden Ring is 713. At max level, all eight stats (Vigor, Mind, Endurance, Strength, Dexterity, Intelligence, Faith, Arcane) reach 99. Reaching max level from level 1 requires approximately 1.6 billion total runes. Most players stop leveling between 120-200 for optimal PvP matchmaking and balanced gameplay.

What is the best starting class in Elden Ring?

The best starting class depends on your planned build: Vagabond for quality/strength melee builds, Warrior for pure dexterity builds, Astrologer for intelligence/sorcery builds, Prophet for faith/incantation builds, Samurai for balanced dexterity builds, and Wretch for complete flexibility. Vagabond and Samurai are excellent all-around choices for beginners due to high vigor and balanced stats.

What level should I stop at in Elden Ring?

Common stopping points are: Level 125-150 for PvP meta and competitive dueling, Level 150-200 for PvE completion and versatile builds, Level 200-300 for NG+ and powerful builds, and Level 713 for completionists. Most PvP communities use levels 125 or 150 for optimal matchmaking. For pure PvE, level 150-200 provides excellent power without making the game too easy.

How is Elden Ring rune cost calculated?

Elden Ring rune cost uses a two-step calculation: First, calculate x = max(0, ((Level+81)-92)*0.02). Second, calculate Rune Cost = floor(((x+0.1)*((Level+81)^2))+1). The formula creates exponential growth that keeps early levels accessible while making high-level progression significantly more expensive. The (Level+81)^2 component ensures costs increase quadratically.

Disclaimer: This Elden Ring level calculator uses the official rune cost formula from the game. Calculations are accurate for the current version of Elden Ring. Starting class stats are based on official game data. Build recommendations are general guidance and may vary based on personal playstyle, weapon choices, and PvP vs PvE focus. Always verify your build requirements with current meta and patch notes as game balance may change over time.

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