A new chapter unfolds in Elden Ring with the release of the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, which delves into a forgotten history, unearthing tales that were purposefully buried by Marika, for her own twisted reasons.

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At the heart of this narrative lies Messmer the Impaler, a demigod and possibly the first child of Marika, who is tasked by his mother with a cleansing crusade in the Land of Shadow. Messmer’s story from the outside looks to be classic evil villain stuff, but if you look closely, there are layers to his motivations that can completely change your perspective.

Who Is Messmer The Impaler?