The gaming community is poised on the edge of their seats as FromSoftware announces its most ambitious project to date – “Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.” This expansion promises to not only extend the boundaries of the Lands Between but also redefine the scale of epic adventures in gaming.
A Glimpse into the Future
Twitter has been ablaze with anticipation, following the official announcement
The first trailer for #ELDENRING Shadow of the Erdtree will be revealed in 16 hours. Join us at 15:00 UTC.https://t.co/vdG8dJvcet pic.twitter.com/lBbKJYxW2z
— ELDEN RING (@ELDENRING) February 20, 2024
of the highly awaited trailer premiere. Slated for release on June 21st, 2024, the DLC has already been heralded as FromSoftware’s “largest expansion ever,” as indicated by a tweet from Ziostorm1
Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree is FromSoftware's "Largest expansion ever."
– Based on lore written by George RR Martin prior to the game's release.
– 10+ new bosses
– 8 new weapon types
– Boss equal in difficulty to Malenia
– Will contain a Poison Swamp pic.twitter.com/c6Gt8aoeWp— Ziostorm (@Ziostorm1) February 21, 2024
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The expansion, based on lore penned by George R.R. Martin before the game’s initial release, is set to introduce over ten new bosses, eight new weapon types, and an opponent touted to rival the challenge posed by Malenia. And, true to Soulsborne tradition, it will include the quintessential Poison Swamp, much to the delight and dread of fans.
Despite the expansion’s notable price tag, the community remains fervent. A tweet from IronPineapple_
on one hand, this is very expensive, but on the other hand, I take this as confirmation that the Elden Ring expansion is gonna be fuckin massive pic.twitter.com/TQXcn5c1Os
— Iron Pineapple (@IronPineapple_) February 21, 2024
captures the sentiment perfectly, seeing the cost as a testament to the expansion’s substantial content and development effort.
What We Know So Far
The anticipation was partly sated with a trailer that went live, revealing a glimpse into the vast new landscapes, formidable enemies, mysterious characters, and the intricate lore that awaits players. This preview has fueled widespread speculation and excitement, along with detailed analyses of the hidden details and secrets sprinkled throughout.
One of the central figures to catch the community’s eye is Miquella, who seems to be awaiting the return of a promised lord in the new land of Shadow, as unveiled in a tweet by the official ELDEN RING
In the Land of Shadow, Miquella awaits the return of his promised Lord.
Pre-order #ELDENRING Shadow of the Erdtree: https://t.co/X4NyBsLYRC pic.twitter.com/8RTCCxFYUa
— ELDEN RING (@ELDENRING) February 21, 2024
page. The expansion will delve deeper into the entwined fates of Marika’s offspring, shining a light on Miquella’s role and intentions.
The Community’s Buzz
The Elden Ring fan base has shown unbridled enthusiasm for the upcoming expansion. Artists within the community, like @eyyojimbo
Shadow of the Erdtree trailer in 2 hrs. Elden Ring DLC hype!
Here's art of Queen Marika and her Demigod children I painted a while back. Very curious how they'll handle Miquella's character.#eldenringDLC #ShadowoftheErdtree pic.twitter.com/QK5Wofmg8q
— EyYoJimbo (@eyyojimbo) February 21, 2024
, have shared artwork and musings about the potential developments in the lore, particularly regarding Queen Marika and her Demigod children.
Moreover, the conversations surrounding the trailer have unearthed a treasure trove of speculation, especially regarding the newly introduced NPC resembling the Carian Hourglass, surrounded by Carian birdcages, as noted by @xIngenue
Making a master post of Elden Ring Findings HERE. The Carian Hourglass resembles the new throned NPC, they're surrounded by carian bird cages. pic.twitter.com/01sD1066Te
— 𝔔𝔲𝔢𝔩𝔞𝔞𝔤 (@xIngenue) February 21, 2024
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Looking Ahead
As players eagerly await the dawning of June 21st, 2024, the discussion around “Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree” continues to grow. The expansion not only promises new challenges and lore but also reaffirms FromSoftware’s commitment to delivering rich, expansive worlds that captivate and challenge its audience.
Whether battling through new bosses with friends, exploring the depths of the lore, or simply admiring the beautiful yet deadly landscapes, “Shadow of the Erdtree” is poised to become a cornerstone in the Elden Ring saga. As the release date draws nearer, one thing is certain: the Lands Between are about to get a whole lot bigger.
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