Elden Ring: Nightreign Can Fix Shadow of the Erdtree’s One Shortcoming

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As a seasoned gamer with years of experience traversing the dark and enigmatic worlds of FromSoftware, I must say that the prospect of Elden Ring: Nightreign has me brimming with anticipation. The original game left many threads hanging, particularly surrounding Godwyn, the Prince of Death whose untapped potential was evident even in Shadow of the Erdtree.

Following the much-awaited release of Shadow of the Erdtree, several significant storylines were left unresolved, leading fans to believe that the Elden Ring’s lore had reached its conclusion without a proper resolution. However, with the upcoming game, Elden Ring: Nightreign, although described as independent from the original game’s canon, spending more time in this universe gives FromSoftware another chance to delve deeper into the enigma surrounding one particular character who remains shrouded in mystery.

Offering a refreshing cooperative spin on an innovative roguelike concept, the game titled Elden Ring: Nightreign is rumored to unfold within a separate timeline stemming from the Shattering. Since Godwyn the Golden’s demise was the catalyst for that tumultuous period in the lore, there’s renewed anticipation that his storyline will be more fully explored. Tragic and revered as he is, this demigod could potentially become entangled with the enigmatic Night Lord in a way that aligns with common theories, regardless of established canon.

Shadow of the Erdtree Left Godwyn with Untapped Potential

The Ambiguity of the Prince of Death’s Arc Contributed to the Final Boss’ Controversial Reception

In contrast to the original game’s dark and death-themed Land of Shadow becoming even more intense, the only new development for Godwyn in the DLC was the appearance of Death Knights in the new catacombs. The recurrence of his eldritch face husks fueled speculation about a larger role for him, but by the end of the expansion’s story, he was absent. This suggests that Godwyn’s tale may not extend beyond Elden Ring’s Age of the Duskborn ending. With Nightreign embracing its own hauntingly grim aesthetic, there’s a chance that Godwyn could emerge as a connecting piece to the storyline.

In the various locales such as Castle Sol, hints about Godwyn’s connection with Miquella suggested that Godwyn might be an ideal candidate for an epic final boss fight alongside the Empyrean. However, in the game Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, it was Radahn, the Promised Consort, who took over this role, and the reception to this change has been varied. While there’s no denying that Radahn’s battle is impressive, the possibility of his potential curse means the climax may not reach the height of anticipation built around a transformation of Godwyn’s appearance in a new form.

Elden Ring: Nightreign Can Redeem Godwyn Through Taking Him in a New Direction

The Identity of the Night Lord Could Line Up with The Fallen Demigod’s Disappearance

In the initial teaser for Elden Ring Nightreign, the enigmatic figure known as the Night Lord has sparked speculation due to his similarities with the Nox and their endeavors to produce a “Lord of Night”. Some theories propose that the Nameless Eternal City in the Deeproot Depths, where Godwyn resides, may provide insights into his connection to the colossal corpse thrones found elsewhere underground. If the Night Lord, believed to be the final boss, is indeed the culmination of the Nox’s attempts, he might represent Godwyn in a timeline separate from the first game.

A Spin-Off is Still Capable of Indirectly Contributing to Canon

The new title, Elden Ring Nightreign, doesn’t appear to directly connect to the Tarnished’s original journey according to the current understanding. This doesn’t mean that the events depicted won’t contribute something to the overall storyline. Even though familiar Dark Souls adversaries may not significantly impact the main narrative, there could still be valuable insights hidden in the item descriptions and environmental storytelling. Players will likely gather more information regardless of whether a potential boss character like Godwyn carries greater story importance or not. The developers typically flesh out their characters primarily through in-game text first.

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2024-12-17 16:34