Eridian Writing is one of the unique challenges in Borderlands 3. These ancient glyphs are scattered across the game’s different locations. To interact with them, you first need to unlock the ability to decipher Eridian Writing. This ability is part of the game’s main story. If you encounter Eridian Writing in Borderlands 3 and can’t read it yet, continue progressing through the campaign, and the skill will eventually unlock. Once deciphered, each writing reveals lore about the game’s universe.
Here’s a breakdown of all the locations and meanings of Eridian Writing across the game’s maps.
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- Ambermire Eridian Writing
- Ascension Bluff Eridian Writing
- Athenas Eridian Writing
- Atlas HQ Eridian Writing
- Blackbarrel Cellar Eridian Writing
- Carnivora Eridian Writing
- Cathedral of the Twin Gods Eridian Writing
- Desolation’s Edge Eridian Writing
- Devil’s Razor Eridian Writing
- Floodmoor Basin Eridian Writing
- Guts of Carnivora Eridian Writing
- Jakobs Estate Eridian Writing
- Konrad’s Hold Eridian Writing
- Lectra City Eridian Writing
- Meridian Metroplex Eridian Writing
- Meridian Outskirts Eridian Writing
- Neon Arterial Eridian Writing
- Skywell-27 Eridian Writing
- Tazendeer Ruins Eridian Writing
- The Anvil Eridian Writing
- The Droughts Eridian Writing
- The Pyre of Stars Eridian Writing
- The Splinterlands Eridian Writing
Ambermire Eridian Writing
Ambermire has two Eridian Writing locations.
Ambermire Overview Map
Below is an Eridian Writing overview map with them highlighted.
First Ambermire Eridian Writing
The first is at the base of a massive tree, where you’ll decipher a message relating to “Uncountable.”
Second Ambermire Eridian Writing
The second is inside a small cave, and its meaning is tied to “Sleep.” Both writings are easy to reach if you consult your in-game map.
Ascension Bluff Eridian Writing
The Eridian Writing in Ascension Bluff is located in a temple-like structure tucked in a cave at a dead end. The meaning of this writing is “Gnaw.”
Athenas Eridian Writing
Athenas features a single Eridian Writing, which is located inside a temple at the far end of the map. It symbolizes “Purpose.” Reaching it only requires you to follow the straightforward path to the temple.
Atlas HQ Eridian Writing
To find the Eridian Writing at Atlas HQ, head to Rhys’s office. You can access it by using an elevator. The writing here translates to “Burden.”
Blackbarrel Cellar Eridian Writing
This writing is hidden behind the waterfall in the Gardens area, near the Typhon Dead Drop. The meaning you’ll uncover here is “Change.”
Carnivora Eridian Writing
Look for the Eridian Writing on a large rock in the road area of the Carnivora map. It represents the concept of “Feeding.”
Cathedral of the Twin Gods Eridian Writing
A garage door leads into a cave where you’ll find this Eridian Writing. Deciphering it unlocks the meaning “Key.”
Desolation’s Edge Eridian Writing
Desolation’s Edge holds two Eridian Writing locations.
Desolation’s Edge Overview Map
Below is an Eridian Writing overview map with them highlighted.
First Desolation’s Edge Eridian Writing
The first is on a temple wall and means “Erased.”
Second Desolation’s Edge Eridian Writing
The second is near a steam vent used in the side quest “Bad Vibrations,” and its translation is “Language.”
Devil’s Razor Eridian Writing
Devil’s Razor has two writings.
Devil’s Razor Overview Map
Below is an Eridian Writing overview map with them highlighted.
First Devil’s Razor Eridian Writing
The first can be found next to a large animal skull near the Fast Travel point and reflects “Building Pandora (Part 1).”
Second Devil’s Razor Eridian Writing
The second is inside a small cave and symbolizes “Building Pandora (Part 2).”
Floodmoor Basin Eridian Writing
Floodmoor Basin also has two pieces of Eridian Writing.
Floodmoor Basin Overview Map
Below is an Eridian Writing overview map with them highlighted.
First Floodmoor Basin Eridian Writing
One is under a waterfall in Dino territory, symbolizing “Guardians“.
Second Floodmoor Basin Eridian Writing
The other is beneath a massive tree with the meaning “Tools.”
Guts of Carnivora Eridian Writing
This writing is located above the monitors in the surveillance station. It translates to “Mantle.”
Jakobs Estate Eridian Writing
Near the Crimson Radio, at the base of a tree, you’ll find this Eridian Writing. Its meaning is “Free.”
Konrad’s Hold Eridian Writing
Unlock the Eridian cave through a robot-related side quest to find this writing. It translates to “Warrior.”
Lectra City Eridian Writing
At the lowest level of Lectra City, follow the train tracks from the underground station to find this writing near a Dead Claptrap. It means “Hunted.”
Meridian Metroplex Eridian Writing
Near the Fast Travel point at Watershed Base, you’ll find this Eridian Writing, which translates to “Braid.”
Meridian Outskirts Eridian Writing
Behind a curtain in the doctor’s office, you’ll find the Meridian Outskirts writing. Its meaning is “Witch.”
Neon Arterial Eridian Writing
This cave-located writing is accessible after passing through the train station. It means “Deal.”
Skywell-27 Eridian Writing
After exiting the maintenance shaft, locate a large orange pipe. Climb it to find the Skywell-27 writing, which translates to “Knotted.”
Tazendeer Ruins Eridian Writing
After taking the elevator up to the vault, search the side rooms of a square chamber. One room contains the writing with the translation “Side by Side.”
The Anvil Eridian Writing
The Anvil’s writing is in the laundry room near the beginning of the map. It symbolizes “Consciousness.”
The Droughts Eridian Writing
The Droughts features two writings.
The Droughts Overview Map
Below is an Eridian Writing overview map with them highlighted.
First The Droughts Eridian Writing
One is near the Legendary Hunt inside a cave, and it translates to “Names of the Destroyer.”
Second The Droughts Eridian Writing
The second writing is located at the Eridian Dig Site and means “Curiosity.”
The Pyre of Stars Eridian Writing
Located near the vertical steam vent, this writing is perched on top of a pillar. It translates to “Crypt.”
The Splinterlands Eridian Writing
The Splinterlands offers a single writing hidden inside a small cave. Its translation is “Lure.”
By deciphering all Eridian Writing in Borderlands 3, players uncover rich lore that deepens the understanding of the game’s narrative. Whether you’re tackling Ambermire, Ascension Bluff, or finding the Splinterlands Eridian Writing, knowing the locations and meanings will make completing this challenge straightforward.
Borderlands 3
Release: September 2019
Developer: Gearbox Software
Publisher: 2K
Official Website: https://borderlands.2k.com/
