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When it comes to acquiring powerful gear, rare runes, or specific items in Elden Ring, many players turn to external trade services or online marketplaces to enhance their build or progress faster. However, a common frustration is the wait time—how long it actually takes to receive your Elden Ring orders after purchasing or arranging a trade.

As a veteran Tarnished who's dealt with dozens of trades across multiple characters, here’s a comprehensive guide on how to get your Elden Ring orders quickly and avoid common delays.

Understand How Elden Ring Trading Works

Before diving into optimization tips, it's important to know how Elden Ring handles multiplayer and item drops. Players can only receive items via online sessions, and there are level and weapon upgrade restrictions that affect who you can connect with. Most trades happen through summoning using Furled Finger or Small Golden Effigy, either in co-op zones or predetermined meeting spots.

Choose the Right Time to Trade

One overlooked factor that influences delivery time is timing. Avoid peak hours when servers are congested (typically evenings and weekends in your time zone). If possible, arrange trades during off-hours—late mornings or early afternoons—which often results in quicker matches and faster fulfillment.

Use a Designated Drop Zone

To get your Elden Ring orders quickly, agree in advance on a reliable drop location. Common zones like First Step Grace (Limgrave), Church of Elleh, or Main Academy Gate (Raya Lucaria) are universally accessible and have little PvP interference. These areas also minimize the chance of enemies disrupting the session.

Match Your Character Level and Weapon Upgrade Range

If you’re trading with someone (especially through a third-party), ensure your character is within summon range. A level 150 player with +10 weapons cannot connect with a level 30 character using +3 gear. Use community summon calculators to match properly. Many failed trades are simply due to mismatched parameters.

Keep Multiplayer Passwords Simple and Clear

When you're coordinating a drop with someone delivering your Elden Ring order, use a simple multiplayer password—ideally something short and easy to type. Confirm it ahead of time and avoid random characters or numbers that might cause typos during input.

Prepare Your Inventory Space

Make room for the items you're about to receive. If you're ordering multiple weapons, armor sets, or consumables, make sure you have enough free slots. This avoids item drop errors or inventory overflow, which can delay the trade or even result in lost goods.

Communicate Clearly and Promptly

Whether you're using Discord, in-game messaging, or a marketplace support chat, quick and clear communication helps ensure the trader finds you easily. Let them know when you're online, your character’s appearance (armor, gestures, etc.), and which Grace Site you’re at.

Use a Character Specifically for Trading

Some experienced players create a low-level “mule” character just for trading purposes. This character is designed to meet a wide range of traders by staying within a flexible level and weapon upgrade range. If you regularly receive Elden Ring orders, this method can save time and reduce summon issues.

Getting your Elden Ring orders quickly isn't just about who you're trading with—it also depends on how well you prepare. By optimizing your character setup, trading conditions, and communication, you’ll drastically reduce delays and make the most out of your in-game purchases or exchanges.

In a world as punishing as the Lands Between, a well-timed delivery can mean the difference between triumph and tragedy. Be prepared, trade smart, and may your runes come swiftly.