Elden Ring
An epic dark fantasy action RPG set in the Lands Between, where Tarnished warriors seek to become the Elden Lord and restore the shattered Elden Ring.
Category
Game
Release Year
2019
Origin
Japan
Tags
dark fantasyaction RPGopen worldsouls-likeFromSoftware
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Elden Ring
Aliases
The Lands Between, Elden Ring Game
Type
Action RPG Video Game
Release Year
2019
Status
Active
Origin
Japan
Region
Not specified
Creation Information
Creator
Hidetaka Miyazaki (Director), George R.R. Martin (World Building)
Publisher
Bandai Namco Entertainment
Original Work
Video Game
Genre
Action RPG, Dark Fantasy, Open World, Souls-like
Content Information
Synopsis
In the Lands Between, the Elden Ring has been shattered and its shards scattered. Tarnished warriors return to claim the fragments and become the Elden Lord.
Main Characters
The Tarnished (Player), Melina, Queen Marika, Radagon, Godfrey, Ranni the Witch
Setting
The Lands Between - a mystical realm ruled by demigods and ancient powers
Themes
Power, corruption, ambition, death, rebirth, divine authority, free will
Target Audience
Mature gamers, fantasy enthusiasts, challenging game lovers
Characters
Melina
Maiden/GuideIndependentFemale
Mysterious maiden who serves as the Tarnished's guide and grants them the ability to level up.
Abilities: Grace Channeling, Level Enhancement, Spectral Travel...
Quotes:
"I can play the role of maiden. Turning rune fragments into strength."
""I am Melina.""
"The guidance of grace will reveal the path forward."
character
The Tarnished
Player Character/ProtagonistIndependentVariable
Exiled warrior who returns to the Lands Between to claim the Elden Ring and become Elden Lord.
Abilities: Combat Mastery, Magic Usage, Great Rune Power...
Quotes:
"[Silent protagonist - actions speak louder than words]"
""I am The Tarnished.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
ProtagonistTarnishedElden Lord Candidate
Godfrey, First Elden Lord
First Elden Lord/Returning KingTarnished (formerly Golden Order)Male
The first Elden Lord and Marika's consort, exiled and returned as Hoarah Loux to reclaim his throne.
Abilities: Immense Strength, Axe Mastery, Royal Authority...
Quotes:
"I've given thee courtesy enough. Now I fight as Hoarah Loux! Warrior!"
""I am Godfrey, First Elden Lord.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Malenia, Blade of Miquella
Empyrean/Undefeated WarriorHaligtreeFemale
Undefeated swordswoman and Empyrean cursed with scarlet rot, devoted to her twin brother Miquella.
Abilities: Unmatched Swordsmanship, Scarlet Rot, Waterfowl Dance...
Quotes:
"I am Malenia. Blade of Miquella. And I have never known defeat."
""I am Malenia, Blade of Miquella.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Margit the Fell Omen / Morgott
Omen King/GuardianGolden OrderMale
Omen king who guards the path to the Erdtree, cursed with horns but devoted to the Golden Order.
Abilities: Omen Curse Powers, Holy Magic, Weapon Conjuration...
Quotes:
"Foul Tarnished, in search of the Elden Ring. Emboldened by the flame of ambition."
""I am Margit the Fell Omen / Morgott.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Starscourge Radahn
Demigod General/ShardbearerRedmane ArmyMale
Mighty demigod general who conquered the stars themselves, now driven mad by scarlet rot.
Abilities: Gravity Magic, Colossal Strength, Star Control...
Quotes:
"[Roars and battle cries - speech lost to madness]"
""I am Starscourge Radahn.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Fia, Deathbed Companion
Deathbed Companion/Death CultistThose Who Live in DeathFemale
Mysterious woman who offers comfort to champions and seeks to birth the Prince of Death.
Abilities: Death Magic, Comfort Giving, Necromancy...
Quotes:
"Great champion, would you allow me to hold you, but briefly?"
""I am Fia, Deathbed Companion.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Queen Marika the Eternal
Eternal Queen/GoddessGolden Order (Creator/Destroyer)Female
The eternal queen and goddess who shattered the Elden Ring, also revealed to be Radagon.
Abilities: Divine Power, Reality Manipulation, Elden Ring Control...
Quotes:
"[Speaks through divine revelation and lore fragments]"
""I am Queen Marika the Eternal.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Video Games
Elden Ring (2022), Shadow of the Erdtree DLC (2024)
Merchandise
Figures, art books, soundtracks, collectibles
Digital Content
Trailers, gameplay videos, lore content
Books
Strategy guides, art books, lore compendiums
Commercial Information
Sales
Over 20 million copies sold worldwide
Revenue
Multi-billion dollar success
Awards
Game of the Year 2022, multiple industry awards
Critical Reception
Universal critical acclaim, 96/100 Metacritic score
Cultural Impact
Redefined open-world design, influenced game development industry
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Dedicated global community of Tarnished warriors
Communities
Reddit r/Eldenring, Discord servers, Steam forums
Events
Gaming conventions, speedrunning competitions, community challenges
Quotes
Rise, Tarnished!, Foul Tarnished!, The Loathsome Dung Eater!
Memes
Maidenless, Let me solo her, Try finger but hole
Cosplay
Popular character and boss cosplay at gaming conventions
Historical Development
2019
Elden Ring announced at E3 with George R.R. Martin collaboration
2021
Gameplay reveal and network test generate massive hype
2022
Wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards
2024
Shadow of the Erdtree DLC expands the world significantly
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