The look forward to Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is nearly over. FromSoftware and Bandai Namco launched the primary trailer for the sport on Wednesday, revealing that the extremely anticipated DLC for the open-world role-playing recreation might be launched on June 21.
The trailer ran simply over three minutes lengthy, however the builders packed it with appears at a number of new characters and monstrosities coming as a part of the enlargement. Between that and new pictures included within the announcement, now we have loads of hotties, weirdos, and straight-up horrors to look ahead to. Let’s break it down.
Messmer the Impaler
Out of all of the characters proven, Messmer the Impaler got here out on prime because the clear star of the brand new trailer. In an interview with IGN, Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that Messmer will play a central function within the DLC and has a narrative that matches the enlargement’s predominant theme of “shadow.” Based on Miyazaki, Messmer’s throne is identical one from the palace room the place you struggle Morgott, which is “imagined to symbolize that Messmer stands on equal footing to those different demigods and youngsters of Marika.”
In addition to being a key character, Messmer additionally has an amazing design. He wears a protracted purple snake and has lustrous purple locks. It’s no marvel that he’s already impressed followers to thirst-post about him on-line. If you happen to’re already obsessed, right here’s excellent news: Messmer comes with the Collector’s Version of the sport.
Miquella, is that you simply?
On the very finish of the trailer, the builders teased another character. We don’t see their face, nevertheless it reveals a quick shot of them and their glowing locks from behind. The builders haven’t confirmed who it’s, nevertheless it’s potential it could possibly be Miquella of the Haligtree, the demigod and twin brother of Malenia. We all know from the trailer and outline of the sport that Miquella will play a central function within the new DLC so it’s potential this could possibly be his first actual look.
New potential bosses in Shadow of the Erdtree
One level within the trailer flashes between a number of characters in fast succession. Followers are speculating that they every could possibly be a key boss struggle within the Tarnished’s journey by the Land of Shadow. Every appears fearsome and creepy in their very own means and you’ll flip by a slideshow of them above. My private favourite is the creepy dame who appears like a carcass laying in a violet forest and the chunky swimsuit of armor along with his pot.
The return of the Academy of Raya Lucaria
The trailer confirmed an individual sitting on throne in a darkish palace. We solely get a really transient look so there isn’t a lot to go by, however the setting and design might trace this character could possibly be a part of the Academy of Raya Lucaria, residence to the Glintstone Sorcerers and students.
The scariest potential boss struggle proven within the Shadow of the Erdtree trailer
Out of all of the monsters proven, this large flaming basket case regarded significantly fearsome. It’s dimension alone would scare me away. It towers over the whole lot round it and appears prefer it has the potential to burn down total forests and kill the Tarnished again and again.
This scary worm monster stole the present
The trailer confirmed a worm monster that may leech off the top of a personality. There isn’t a lot to say right here aside from I don’t wish to be the particular person on this situation.
Extra Lion Guardians
The trailer confirmed a struggle towards a ghastly lion-like monster. The design jogs my memory a variety of the Lion Guardians from the bottom recreation so it’s potential the DLC will add much more of them to guard its castles.
Extra new Elden Ring monsters
Grid View
Each the trailer and launched screenshots teased fairly just a few monsters that the Tarnished will encounter within the Land of the Shadow. At this level, it’s arduous to inform what’s or isn’t a boss struggle, however every monster appears spectacular regardless. Some, like this glowing worm, look a bit too cute to tackle in a full struggle, however others appear to be robust sufficient to pose formidable challenges to the Tarnished. Flip by the photographs to take a look at all of the creatures proven within the trailer. General, it’s trying like this journey might be a fearsome one.