The Erudition of Elden Ring: Unpacking the Lore and Mythos

The Erudition of Elden Ring: Unpacking the Lore and Mythos

Are you a fan of video games and fascinated by the deep lore and mythos that some games offer? Then you might be familiar with “Elden Ring,” the upcoming action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. With its recent trailer release, fans are getting excited about the game’s world-building, which draws inspiration from Norse and Celtic mythology, adding to the already impressive lore in the FromSoftware’s series like “Dark Souls,” “Bloodborne,” and “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.”

Setting the Context

“Elden Ring” opens up to the player with a cinematic that establishes the game’s world. It features a voice-over by an unknown woman, who explains about Elden Ring, an artifact that shattered on earth, causing a great calamity, creating the source of evil, known as The Shattering. The game takes place in The Lands Between, where shards of Elden Ring scattered all over the realm.

Lore and Mythos

FromSoftware is known for creating a rich and interconnected lore that the player can explore through item descriptions, character dialogues, and environmental storytelling. The same holds for “Elden Ring,” which will have a deep and complex lore for the players to explore. Some pieces of lore that we got from the trailer are the introduction to six Lands that are said to be, including The Withering Forest, The Mistle Ruins, The Eternal Caldar Grove, The Vagrant’s Rest, The Spurned Settlement, and The Fortress of Falsehood. Each location is unique, and the players will explore them by foot or horseback.

The game introduces mythical creatures like unicorns, giant trolls, fiery dragons, and more. Players will not fight these mythical creatures but can also obtain them as mounts and companions to help them traverse the vast map.

Gameplay Mechanics

“Elden Ring” offers players a seamless open-world experience to explore, with areas changing depending on the time of day and weather conditions. The game’s major feature is its addition of horseback riding, allowing players to traverse the world faster and engage in battles while riding. The game also adds a crafting and equipment system to customize weapons, armor, and spells, making for diverse gameplay options.

Players will use a “Runic Arts” ability system that allows them to perform unique actions like summoning a giant hand to crush enemies or lash out with a spinning blade that charges through enemies. The game also offers co-operative and competitive multiplayer, allowing players to enhance their gaming experience with friends.

Conclusion

“Elden Ring” offers a rich, interconnected, and deep lore that FromSoftware is known for, delivering the best possible experience in its upcoming game. Drawn from the Norse and Celtic mythology, players can expect to encounter mythical creatures, learn about engaging characters, and experience the game’s world-building to the fullest. With a seamless open-world experience, customizable equipment, and horseback riding mechanics, Elden Ring looks like it will be one of the best action role-playing games released in 2022.