Summary
A creative player defeated the final boss ofElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreewhile tanking every single attack. Since its release in 2022,Elden Ringhas been known for its unforgiving difficulty and challenging boss fights, encouraging fans to find innovative ways to tackle each problem that came their way. However, one user created a truly unique solution with a durability build for theirElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreeplaythrough, which completely negated the need to heal, dodge roll, or block even the most hard-hitting attacks
Spoilers for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree ahead
It’s safe to say that hardship andElden Ringwent hand-in-hand in most fans' minds even before the release of theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC, though that’s not to say the expansion didn’t have a few surprises of its own. Much like previous DLCs from developer FromSoftware,Shadow of the Erdtreeraised the bar when it came to difficulty and was capable of pushing even the most hardcore Soulslike fans to their limits. Director Hidetaka Miyazaki specifically stated thatShadow of the Erdtreewas intended to challenge veteransofElden Ring, and some bosses were additionally designed to test the mettle of those who had cleared most if not all of the base game’s content.
However, one player created a unique build that allowed them to stand their ground without flinching throughout the entire fight againstShadow of the Erdtree’s final boss, Promised Consort Radahn. YouTube user Recjawjind uploaded a video of their “all-hit run,” showcasing their climactic battle with the boss. Notably, the player never once blocked, rolled, or used a flask to regenerate health during the battle. Instead, Recjawjind tanked every hit from Radahn, relying instead on their build’s durability, life steal, and a few quick swaps of their equipment to endure the boss' onslaught.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Players Discover New OP Builds
Recjawjind’s all-hit run is impressive even byElden Ring’s standards, and their durability build is a testament to what players can get away with so long as they have the right stats and strategy. With that said, this isn’t the only crazy build to emerge after the DLC’s release. For instance, other players have discovered a way to turnShadow of the Erdtree’s Lightning Perfume Bottleinto one of the most dangerous weapons in the game.
While many fans have likely discovered their preferred method to tackle the dangers in the Land of Shadows, there are also still users who arestruggling withShadow of the Erdtree. A good chunk of the player base has criticized the DLC for its brutal difficulty, and some have even gone so far as to flood its Steam page with negative reviews in the days following its debut. However,Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreestill sold over five million units within the first three days of its release, so there are likely just as many if not more fans who are thrilled with its punishing mechanics.
Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
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Shadow of the Erdtree is the first and only DLC expansion for FromSoftware’s groundbreaking Elden Ring. It takes players to a whole new region, the Land of Shadow, where a new story awaits the Tarnished.
