Navigating the sprawling subterranean dungeons of the Lands Between requires patience, sharp spatial awareness, and a keen eye for environmental traps. Located within the Capital Outskirts near Leyndell, the Auriza Side Tomb offers players an intricate, puzzle-heavy experience compared to standard catacombs. Exploring this optional cavern rewards adventurous Tarnished with rare crafting items, spirit ashes, and upgrade materials.

Where to Find Auriza Side Tomb

To reach the entrance, head toward the Capital Outskirts in the Altus Plateau region. You can descend into the moat area beneath the capital bridge by riding northeast from the Hermit Merchant's Shack or dropping down near the Capital Rampart. The doorway sits tucked away along the cliffside, guarded by a formidable Runebear lurking nearby.

Navigating the Teleporter Trap Puzzle

Unlike standard catacombs that rely purely on hidden walls or levers, the primary gimmick of Auriza Side Tomb involves transport chests. Opening specific treasure chests teleports you between two distinct but nearly identical architectural layouts of the dungeon. Recognizing subtle changes in room features, such as enemy placements and water levels, is critical for understanding where you are.

To unlock the heavy door leading to the boss arena, players must use these transport traps strategically to access isolated upper ledges. Finding the correct sequence brings you to a quiet balcony overlooking the chapel, where the primary lever resides. Pulling this lever unlocks the heavy iron doors located back near the dungeon's initial Site of Grace.

Notable Treasures and Dungeon Boss Rewards

Exploring every alternate room yields valuable items, including multiple Cracked Pots, a Ritual Pot, and the Perfumer's Cookbook [3]. Upgrade materials like Grave Glovewort and Ghost Glovewort are scattered throughout the lower flooded chambers. Defeating the ambush of explosive Living Jars ensures you gather every essential crafting component available.

At the end of the tomb lies the Grave Warden Duelist, a aggressive boss accompanied by several hostile Living Jars. Successfully overcoming this boss fight grants you the Soldjars of Fortune Ashes, a unique Spirit Summon that brings small, self-detonating jar allies into battle. Mastering the teleportation mechanics makes clearing this confusing tomb a swift and rewarding endeavor.