Summary
In a novel and festive endeavor, a dedicated player ofElden Ringhas embarked on a unique mission to infuse the game’s expansive world, The Lands Between, into a holiday wonderland by donning themed attire and organizing in-game activities to spread seasonal cheer. This initiative fills a void left by the absence of official holiday events, acommon feature in several games likeBaldur’s Gate 3, which has its own advent calendar to mark the end of the year.
TheElden Ringcommunity, renowned for its unwavering dedication, consistently astonishes with its creative endeavors. Theplethora ofElden Ringmodsstands as a testament to the community’s active engagement. As anticipation builds for the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, the community continues to brainstorm alternative avenues to keep the game engaging, with this latest fan-driven holiday initiative exemplifying such innovative efforts.
In a recent Reddit post, user ParryWeasel unveiled their distinctive concept for celebrating the festive season with fellow Tarnished. The video begins with the player altering their in-game name from “Crypt-Diver Kip” to “O Cryptmas Tree"using the Clouded Mirror Stand, aligning perfectly with the thematic essence of their project, alongside wearing the Shining Horn Headband which aptly mirrors the iconic antlers of Santa’s reindeer. Following that, the player dives into multiplayer, initiating the festivities by placing Rainbow Stones in a circular pattern, symbolizing the vibrant palette of the holidays.
The sight of other players joining in the festivities adds a heartwarming dimension, especially as the player uses Fia’s Mist to create a mesmerizing, smoky effect around theluminous circle of Rainbow Stones. While not all players were cooperative, with some opting to attack, the video’s most remarkable moment is when an adversary transforms into an ally. Initially hostile, the opponent changes their approach upon witnessing the player’s peaceful “holiday ritual.” Embracing the spirit, they generously drop several weapons, fully upgraded, as a gift. The player acknowledges this act of kindness with clips of people joyfully receiving holiday presents, adding a layer of warmth and community spirit to the narrative.
The atmosphere takes a dramatic turn as the wonderland becomes a battlefield, with the player and their opponent engaging in combat. Despite not retaliating, the player’s strategy leads to an unexpectedly fitting conclusion.Continuously using Fia’s Mist, they cause blight to build up on the opponent, leading to their sudden death. Fans have been captivated by this fairytale-like ending, where the opponent, overwhelmed by the blight near the Rainbow Stones, visually transforms into a tree, echoing the imagery of a Christmas Tree.
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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.
