Summary
Elden Ring Shadow of Erdtree DLC’s trailer has managed to build up the right amount of hype with tons of surprises, and amid that, fans want one of the monsters showcased to be friendly. While it might sound like quite an unusual request byElden Ringplayers, the friendly NPCs in the Soulsborne genre always grab a lot of attention considering how unforgiving the rest of the game’s world is.
After months of waiting, fans finally received a trailer forElden Ring’s Shadow of Erdtree DLC. The trailer introduced newcharacters such as Messmer the Impaler, giving fans an enthralling overview of what the new region, The Land of Shadow, has in store for them. One of the most notable aspects of the trailer was the introduction of new mechanics in the form of hand-to-hand combat, which reminded players ofDark Soul 2’s memorable Bone Fist. While many were focused on the significant aspects of the reveal, a few fans have spotted a small-but-adorable detail.
As evident from several posts on theElden Ringsubreddit, the community seems to have developed a liking forElden Ring’s new monster, which kind of resembles a worm. In one such post, a player highlights that the only way Miyazaki could disappoint them was if the monster was not friendly. Fans were quick to reflect upon thedeceptive nature ofElden Ring, suggesting that it could be possible for the worm to swallow them if they get too close.
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Fans May Have Found an NPC Friend In The Trailer
Being privy to FromSoftware’s illusive world design, some fans have started coming up with some mind-boggling theories about what the creature would be. One of the most interesting ones suggests that it could be something like an anglerfish, and would lead players to an even deadlier monster hiding underground. Notably, the color of the monster alludes toElden Ring’s jellyfish, which quickly turns hostile when provoked.
That being said, the consensus seems to be in favor of the worm being afriendly NPC inElden Ring. In fact, some players are hoping that it is a spirit summon instead, with one fan jokingly referring to it as the “Emotional Support Spirit Ash.” Players also observed an interesting detail where the monster’s hand appears to be making a thumbs-up gesture, adding yet another friendly demeanor to its appearance. After being betrayed by NPCs like Patches innumerable times, the community hopes that the game is more cordial this time around.
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ELDEN RING, developed by FromSoftware, Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., is a fantasy action-RPG adventure set within a world created by Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin. Danger and discovery lurk around every corner in FromSoftware’s largest game to date. Hidetaka Miyazaki - President and Game Director of FromSoftware Inc. Known for directing critically-acclaimed games in beloved franchises including Armored Core and Dark Souls.George R.R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire - A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast For Crows, and A Dance with Dragons. As a writer-producer, he has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with the lovely Parris in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
