The Elden Archives: a FromSoft Lorecast

How did War Councilor Iji end up Lunar Princess Ranni's top advisor? What do we actually know about he elusive Bloodhound Knights? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on War Councilor Iji and the Bloodhound Knights. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Iji, the Trollkin, the Bloodhound Knights, or anything else related t...

How is Varre attempting to serve Mohg out in the world of the Lands Between? What do we know about the War Surgeons? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on White Mask Varre. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Varre, the War Surgeons, or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com...

It's time to find out just how terrible our headcanon really is! Join the show once again and enjoy these discussions and more as the Elden Archives celebrates 100 episodes. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding your own crazy theories or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com Come chat on the Robots Radio Discord server! Look the for the-e...

What faction was Vyke affiliated with before his quest to become Elden Lord? Who might have led Vyke to stray towards the Frenzied Flame and Three Fingers? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the tragic tale of Roundtable Knight Vyke. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Vyke, the Three Fingers, or anything else relat...

What is the true nature of the relationship between the Merchant Tribe and the Frenzied Flame? How would Merchant Kale's have played out originally? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Kale and the Merchant Tribe. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Kale, the Forsaken Merchants, or anything else related to the show!...

Who might have been affiliated with the Dryleaf Sect? How does Needle Knight Leda's behavior change after Miquella's charm breaks? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Dryleaf Dane and Needle Knight Leda. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Dane, Leda or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theelden...

What exactly happened to Redmane Freyja in the Swamp of Aeonia? How did Witch-Hunter Jerren come to meet the Carian royal family? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Redmane Freyja and Witch-Hunter Jerren. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Freyja, Jerren or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: th...

Why did Roderika travel to the Lands Between? Who might be the spirit tuner Hewg knew in his past? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Roderika and Smithing Master Hewg. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Roderika, Hewg or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com Come chat o...

What led to the fracturing of the Demon Bull King's family? What has Erlang Shen secretly been up to? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Chapters 5 and 6 from Black Myth: Wukong. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Black Myth: Wukong or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.c...

What was the goal for the ever-scheming Yellowbrow? How does Zhu Bajie's past come back to haunt him in the Webbed Hollow? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Chapters 3 and 4 from Black Myth: Wukong. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Black Myth: Wukong or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: the...

What characters from Journey to the West have carried over to Black Myth: Wukong? How do the mechanics of the game take inspiration from other Soulslikes in creative ways? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's opening discussion on the incredibly popular Black Myth: Wukong. As always, we would love to hear from you regarding Black Myth: Wukong or a...

It is time to welcome new co-host Crimson to the Elden Archives! This special announcement is the first appearance for Crimson on the podcast, and includes some initial thoughts from Crimson himself as well as some housekeeping updates regarding the show. Weekly episodes will now post every Monday rather than the previous schedule of every Sunday. See you all at the foot of the Erdtree! Show Conta...

Which of the second group of Everdark Sovereigns presents the biggest challenge? What new mechanics from the Everdark Sovereign fights could be implemented better? On this final Elden Extrasode (for now), host AKSpartan explores the second group of the enhanced Everdark Sovereign boss fights as well as some of the rewards related to defeating these challenging foes. Be sure to contact the show and...

Why do the Duchess and Wylder seem naturally drawn to each other? What does the Wylder decide to try to do in order to save the Duchess? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the stories of Duchess and Wylder from ELDEN RING Nightreign. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Duchess, Wylder or anything else related to the...

What happened to the Executor after the failure to protect the Painter? Why is the Ironeye determined to defeat Heolstor, the Nightlord? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the stories of Executor and Ironeye from ELDEN RING Nightreign. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Executor, Ironeye or anything else related to...

*This episode contains spoilers for the Lies of P DLC* What ultimately happens to Lea, the Legendary Stalker? Why is Geppetto lurking about during the events of Overture? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the final portion of Lies of P: Overture. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding the story of Overture or anything...

*This episode contains spoilers for the Lies of P DLC* Who is antagonizing the Legendary Stalker? What were the Alchemists up to in the old days of Krat? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the first portion of Lies of P: Overture. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding the story of Overture or anything else related to t...

Who was the Raider before becoming a Nightfarer? What exactly is known about the Pinionfolk? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the stories of Raider and Guardian from ELDEN RING Nightreign. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Raider, Guardian or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchive...

What brought the Recluse to the Lands Between? Who exactly is the Revenant? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the stories of Recluse and Revenant from ELDEN RING Nightreign. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Recluse, Revenant or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com Com...

Which relic effects in Nightreign bring benefit to every class? What are some of the best relic effect pairings for the various classes? On this fourth Elden Extrasode, host AKSpartan breaks down the best relic effects in the game and which relic effects work well for each class. Be sure to share your thoughts about the numerous relic effects of Nightreign or anything else related to the show! Sho...

What seperates Boc from the other Demi-Humans in-game? Is there any indication on who Boc's mother might be? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on Boc the Seamster. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Boc's story or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com Come chat on the Robot...

What can exploring the Hermit Village reveal about the Demi-Humans? What are the possible origins of the Demi-Humans in the Lands Between? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Demi-Humans. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding the Demi-Humans or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives...

Which of the Everdark Sovereigns released thus far is the most challenging? How good are the relic rewards related to the Everdark Sovereign encounters? On this third Elden Extrasode, host AKSpartan explores the first three of the enhanced Everdark Sovereign boss fights as well as some of the rewards related to defeating these challenging foes. Be sure to contact the show and share your thoughts a...

What things are at the core of a good Soulslike game? How do these elements elevate each other? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Soulslike subgenre of gaming. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding Soulslikes or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theeldenarchives@gmail.com Come chat on the Rob...

When did the Erdtree Avatars first appear in the Lands Between? What exactly are the Ulcerated Tree Spirits? Join the show once again and get answers to these questions and more during this week's discussion on the Erdtree Avatars and the Ulcerated Tree Spirits. As always, I would love to hear from you regarding the Erdtree Avatars or anything else related to the show! Show Contact: Email: theelde...