The highly anticipated trailer for Elden Ring's expansive new content, Shadow of the Erdtree, has finally debuted, delivering an awe-inspiring glimpse into what fans can expect. Among its revelations are the introduction of the primary antagonists.
First and foremost is Messmer the Impaler, depicted as a formidable adversary engaged in intense combat with the Tarnished, leaving destruction in his wake. Initially mistaken for Miquella, Messmer remains shrouded in mystery. The Elden Ring website offers some insight into his role:
"Within the Land of Shadow, veiled by the Erdtree and where the goddess Marika first tread, a battle once raged unnoticed. It was Messmer's flames that engulfed this land. Miquella, divesting himself of all that was once golden, departed for this realm, awaiting the return of his promised Lord."
As for the second antagonist, likely the final boss not yet revealed, we have Miquella, sibling to the notorious boss Malenia. Why Miquella was absent from the base game is a tale fraught with intrigue:
Miquella, an Empyrean with the potential for godhood and dominion over the world, was cursed with eternal youth. He constructed the colossal Haligtree in hopes of growing into adulthood and attempting to cure his sister Malenia's affliction, but to no avail. Eventually, Miquella fell into the clutches of Mohg, the Lord of Blood, who sought to elevate him to godhood through a blood pact, albeit unsuccessfully.
"Seeking to elevate Miquella to divine status, Mohg aspired to be his consort and monarch. Yet, despite his efforts, Miquella remained unresponsive to Mohg's advances."
Furthermore, there are hints that Miquella possesses the ability to compel affection from others:
"Miquella, the Empyrean, commands the adoration of many. Indeed, he has mastered the art of eliciting such affection."
Throughout the base game of Elden Ring, Miquella remained dormant. However, his awakening heralds dire consequences for all, particularly upon learning of his sister's repeated defeats.
"If Miquella continues his slumber within the cocoon, all may yet be well."
Miquella and Messmer are not the sole adversaries in this expansion. The trailer showcases a diverse array of formidable foes, including a colossal fiery entity, bizarre creatures resembling demented hippos and robe-clad wolf-like beings, and an enigmatic figure extracting a sword from their skull.
The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion is set to release on June 21, exactly four months from today. Anticipation is high, with expectations of its magnitude rivaling full game releases. While the $40 price tag may seem steep, given the pedigree of FromSoftware and Elden Ring, it's a price fans are more than willing to pay.
While further trailers may emerge, FromSoftware is likely to keep the storyline and locales shrouded in secrecy, given the expansion's inherent appeal. It's poised to be one of the biggest releases of the year, and like countless others, I'm eagerly anticipating its arrival.
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