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Blaidd and Maliketh are two of the most powerful and compelling characters in the game and yet their nature alludes the normal bounds of life. Join me as we Examine the Shadowbound Beasts of the Empyrean.

Malenia, Blade of Miquella is one of the greatest champions in the history of the Lands Between. Yet despite her courage, Malenia cannot forever resist the power of the Scarlet Rot within her. Join me as we explore the lore of The Scarlet Rot and Malenia, Goddess of Rot.

The influence of the Nox runs deep in the Lands between; they are society of innovators and warriors that built grand cities that rival even Leyndell. Their Eternal Cities were the birthplace of Puppetry, The Dragonkin Soldiers and more. That is not to mention the roles they played in the Godskin hunt and the Night of the Black Knives.

Queen Marika is the singular most important character in the entire game and despite that she remains an enigma. So too is the Erdtree central to the story, and yet it's nature still alludes us, so join me this week as we try to unpack these subjects. Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible Shimhaq Marika Voice Actor - Joyh97

Who is Praetor Rykard? What are the Recusants? Why did he allow himself to be devoured by the Great Serpent? These are all questions that we explore and will be explained in-depth, in this Elden Ring Lore video, as we examine item description, dialogue, and environmental storytelling.

In this episode we discuss the Fire Giants and their war. The War of The Giants is one of the defining events in the history of Elden Ring. The defeat of the Fire Giants and the confinement of the Flame of Ruin marked the start of the Erdtree Era. Yet the Fell God's legacy lives on through the Fire Monks and his Incantations.

The Outer Gods of Elden Ring's Universe are one of the most discussed and debated areas in the lore and for good reason. In this video we look to the original Japanese and the Japanese Lore Community to help us full understand what these nebulous beings are meant to convey and their relationship to the concept of Kami. Thumbnail art commission by Shimhaq

The Golden Order is the most dominant philosophy in the Lands Between, yet it rests upon crumbling foundations. Goldmask, the most loyal to its ideals labours to uncover the truth of its failings and remake it to bring forth the Age of Perfect Order.

What is the Primeval Current? How does Glintstone connect to the Stars? Why is Sellen called the Graven Witch? What is fate? These are all questions that we explore and will be explained in-depth, in this Elden Ring Lore podcast, as we examine item description, dialogue, and environmental storytelling.

Before the Erdtree there were the Dragons, the masters of primordial life and ruled by their Elden Lord Placidusax. They carved out an incredible legacy, alongside their Bestmen allies and even today there are those who try to reclaim their glory through the Dragon Cult and Dragon Communion. Join me this week as we do an expansive exploration of their reign from the Prehistoric times to their infl...

The Tarnished were all once warriors but beyond that they have a complex history. Tarnished Hunters, Prophets who have seen the flame and inheritors of the Blind Swordsman. The Starting classes of Elden Ring each hold a story (mostly) that can provide a great bedrock of Lore.

To many in the Lands Between, the Deathbirds are symbolic of death and this is no surprise given their role in administering ancient funerary rites. The Dead need guidance and so this week I will guide you through the lore of the various Psychopomps including; Rosus, Tibia Mariners and The Helphen.

Astel, the Crystalians the Onyx and Alabaster Lords - all fascinating plot points in Elden Ring that are little understood. In this lore video we dissect the cosmic elements of the story, concluding with a look at Astel, Naturalborn of the Void. Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible Shimhaq

The Albinaurics are some of the most fascinating beings in all of the lands beween; Artificially Made, Imperfect and Persecuted. The Albinaurics can teach us so much about the concept of life in the Lands Between, so join me this week as we examine these fascinating peoples. Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible Joestrela

The Frenzied Flame and the Three Fingers are one of the most terrifying challenges to the Greater Will's Order. With the likes of Vyke almost becoming the Lord of Chaos, and the spread of the Frenzied Flame growing, how long will it be until Chaos takes the world? MAY CHAOS TAKE THE WORLD!Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible Shimhaq

Elden Ring Lore Timeline: Myself, Lore Hunter and Tarnished Archaeologist attempt to order the lore and story elements of the game into a coherent Timeline of Events in Elden Ring. From the Ancient Dragons to the Shattering War, we explore and explain the Story of Elden Ring. Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible Albert Cordero

This is a lore debate that has arisen in the community, all arising from one single image during the introductory cinematic. In this episode, I will attempt to explain why Radahn seems so small and what the outcome of this struggle may have been. In addition, I will explore some theories surrounding the shattering and the Defence of Leyndell.

Godwyn the Golden and his murder has lead to the mass corruption of the lands between, as well as the Rise of Those Who Live in Death. In this lore video we explore Godwyn's soulless life, those born of the Death Root and his most loyal adherent; Fia, Deathbed Companion. Commission Thumbnail art by the incredible DePietro Draws

Malenia, Blade of Miquella is one of the greatest champions in the history of the Lands Between. Yet despite her courage, Malenia cannot forever resist the power of the Scarlet Rot within her. Join me as we explore the lore of The Scarlet Rot and Malenia, Goddess of Rot. Cover Art Commission: Shimhaq

The Gloam-Eyed Queen and her Godskin Apostles are one of the most intriguing mysteries in the lore. Who is she? What did she stand for? When did the God Hunt Happen? These are some of the ideas we will try and explain in this Elden Ring lore essay. Cover Art by: Eugenia Lysa

Guests Ziostorm and Lore Hunter join SmoughTown as they discuss the release of Elden Ring, the Boss Design, reception and some lore Topics