Whether you’re trying to celebrate a boss kill with a dramatic bow or just want to mess around with your friends during a multiplayer session, Elden Ring: Nightreign has a whole set of emotes, cheers, and gestures that let you express yourself, like the old Tarnished style. But if you’re here wondering “How the heck do I even use emotes in Nightreign?”, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. My guide breaks down exactly how to use, unlock, and favorite emotes in Elden Ring Nightreign, along with where to buy more, and what they’re actually used for (aside from making your character look cool after a hard-earned win).
How To Use Emotes (and Gestures & Cheer)
In Nightreign, emotes (also called gestures or cheers) are short animations your character performs, like waving, bowing, or even goofy taunts. They don’t offer any gameplay advantage, but they’re perfect for adding personality and communication, especially in multiplayer co-op or PvP. Plus, let’s be honest, nothing feels better than doing a little jig over a fallen Nightlord boss.
You start off with a few basic emotes, but you’ll unlock a lot more as you explore the game. Some are hidden behind bosses, others behind vendors, and knowing where to look is half the fun. Here’s how to use them first, then we’ll go over how to collect even more.
How to Use Emotes in Elden Ring Nightreign
To trigger emotes in Elden Ring Nightreign, just:
- Open the Pause Menu
- Press Triangle (PlayStation), Y (Xbox), or 1 (PC)
- This opens a menu with all your current emotes and Prattling Pates (those weird talking stones).
- Scroll through and select your emote of choice, and your Nightfarer (Tarnished are called Nightfarers in this game, btw) will do the action on screen.
It’s simple once you know where to look, but the UI doesn’t exactly scream “Here are your emotes!” so it’s easy to miss, especially if you’ve just bought new ones and are wondering where they went.
How to Unlock More Emotes and Gestures
As you make progress in Nightreign, you’ll naturally unlock more emotes, either from bosses, story events, or hidden discoveries. But if you want to go shopping for more, here’s what to do:
Buy Emotes from the Small Jar Bazaar
Head to the Small Jar Bazaar located in the Roundtable Hold, just southwest of the main Expedition room. This quirky vendor sells emotes in exchange for Murk, a currency you earn from completing runs and selling relics.
- Each emote costs around 200 Murk
- The vendor’s stock updates as you defeat new Nightlord bosses (like the infamous Gaping Jaw), so check back regularly.
You’ll also find more Prattling Pates here, in case you want your character to say strange, echo-y things like “Thank you” or “I’m sorry” mid-combat. Very polite.
Favorite and Quick-Access Your Emotes
Got a go-to victory pose or an emote you spam every time a friend dies in PvP? You can save it to your Favorites List for quicker access.
- Open the Emote Menu again (Pause > Triangle/Y/1)
- Hover over the emote you like
- Press Square (PS), X (Xbox), or 2 (PC) to favorite it
Now you’ve got it ready to go without scrolling through the full list.
Wrap-Up
Elden Ring Nightreign may be full of brutal bosses and haunting environments, but there’s always time for a cheeky wave or smug bow. Whether you’re trying to communicate without voice chat or just want to do a little post-battle dance, mastering emotes adds a whole layer of charm and fun to your journey through the Limveld. So go on, equip that “Hello” wave, spam “I’m sorry” after trolling your friend in co-op, or bust out a bow after slaying a Nightlord. You’ve earned it.
