The Elden Archives: a FromSoft Lorecast

How do the Valiant Gargoyles compare to the many other FromSoftware gargoyle encounters from other games? What reasons might Marika have had for using gargoyles as the chosen forces of her Shadow, Maliketh? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Valiant Gargoyles and Black Blade Kindred. As always, we would love to hear from you re...

Who is Commander Niall's long-passed master? What personal connection might these two veteran commanders share? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Commander Niall, Commander O'Neil, and Castle Sol. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Em...

It's time to get metal, Tarnished! In a special episode of the show, suggested originally by listener Jonas from Germany, we dive into which metal bands we think Elden Ring characters would listen to. Why does Rykard's favorite metal band just make sense? Would Jarburg and Alexander have a favorite metal band? Do we even know anything about metal music?  Join the show once again and get answers to...

Join the show once again as we conclude our look at Remnant II - a unique and ambitious 2023 Soulslike from Gunfire Games. In this final episode on Remnant II, we explore the space horror biome of Ne'Rud before moving on to the culmination of the campaign on Root Earth. We also share our thoughts on the overall story of the campaign, as well as the various endgame activities present within Remnant...

This week, our explorations through the World Stone take us to the Remnant 2 biomes of Yaesha, Losomn, and the Labyrinth.  Join the show once again and find out what stories, secrets, and powerful foes await across these worlds within Remnant 2. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchiv...

This week, we have a special episode as we begin a look at another Soulslike. This time, we are venturing into the turbulent multiverse connecting the various worlds within Remnant 2.  Join the show once again as we take an in-depth look at a truly unique Soulslike. In this introductory episode for the topic we focus on builds and starting out in the world. Over the next two weeks, we will examine...

What do we think of the format choices for the various upcoming FromSoftware film and anime adaptations? Which of these upcoming adaptations are we the most excited for? Which are we the most nervous about? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the announced Sekiro, Bloodborne, and Elden Ring media adaptations. As always, we would lov...

Which superhero could Logur be a reference to? Why might the Village of Flies be so close to Bonny Village? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on several encounters that can be found throughout the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to th...

How does the Hornsent Inquisition seem to influence other events later in the timeline of Elden Ring? What do we really know about Jori, Elder Inquisitor? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Jori, Elder Inquisitor, and the Hornsent Inquisitors from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding an...

Who or what might the Bloodfiends have been before their transformation? How does the lore of the Nobles and the Bloodfiends provide new insights regarding the Formless Mother, one of the mysterious Outer Gods? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Sanguine Nobles, Bloodfiends, and a bit more on the Formless Mother. As always, we...

This week, we have a special episode at the request of a long-time listener. Hosts AKSpartan and Crimson share their personal favorite places to explore from across the Lands Between and the Land of Shadow! Join the show once again during this week's discussion on our favorite locations from Elden Ring. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything el...

What was Scholar's ultimate goal? Do item descriptions provide any insights regarding the origins of the Undertaker? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the stories of the DLC Characters from ELDEN RING Nightreign - the Undertaker and the Scholar. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or an...

What insights regarding life and death in the Lands Between can be found in the lore of the Ancestor Spirits? Just how ancient are the Ancestral Followers and Shamans? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Ancestral Followers and Ancestor Spirits. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or...

How does the wildlife of the Lands Between add to the quality of the open-world setting? Which creatures and critters stand out from the rest? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the wildlife from across the Lands Between. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to th...

How do the Basilisks in Elden Ring differ from their Souls trilogy predecessors? Can we find any clues regarding which soulless demigod the Mausoleum Knights are in service of? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Basilisks, Wormfaces, and Mausoleum Knights from across the Lands Between. As always, we would love to hear from you...

Who was the original Knight-Commander of Messmer's Black Knights? Which of the Wondrous Physick Tears dropped by the monstrous Furnace Golems are the most intriguing? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Messmer Soldiers, Black Knights, and Furnace Golem enemies from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. As always, we would love to hear...

How does one find themselves trapped in the Nameless Mausoleums? What cultures or factions can be discovered by defeating the bosses within the Mausoleums? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on all four of the Nameless Mausoleum boss encounters from Shadow of the Erdtree. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics...

Who might have constructed and placed the Erdtree Burial Watchdogs? How did the Knights of Zamor factor in to Marika's war against the Giants? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Imps, Erdtree Burial Watchdogs, and Knights of Zamor from various dungeons and ruins across the Lands Between. As always, we would love to hear from yo...

A quick update on the show after an unexpected week off. 

What could Farum Azula have been like during the height of Ancient Dragon power? How would it feel to witness Gransax's attack on Leyndell? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on experiencing the reign and wrath of the Ancient Dragons of the Lands Between. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode...

What would it be like returning to the Lands Between as a Tarnished? How much do we really know about events like the Long March? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on returning to the Lands Between as a Tarnished. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to the show! Sh...

What was Great Horned Tragoth's ultimate goal? How does Big Boggart's story capture the horror of the Lands Between? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the characters of Great Horned Tragoth and Blackguard Big Boggart. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any topics from this episode or anything else related to the s...

What might have caused the failure of the Eclipse? How do the Death Knights connect to the base game of Elden Ring? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Godwyn the Golden, the Eclipse, and the Death Knights. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding any of the topics from this episode or anything else related to the show! S...

What do we think about the new Shifting Earth introduced by the DLC? How do the new DLC Nightfarers compare to the original roster of champions? The recent release of the Forsaken Hollows DLC for ELDEN RING Nightreign means it is finally time for another Elden Extrasode. Join hosts AKSpartan and Crimson as they discuss the highs and lows of the Nightreign expansion. Be sure to contact the show and...

What was the fate of Birac, the most Monk Prelate of the Giants' Flame? Who was the original Blackflame Monk? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Fire Monks, Fire Prelates, and Blackflame Monks. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding the Guardians of Flame, the Blackflame Monks, or anything else related to the show!...