Summary
AnElden Ringplayer has taken matters into their own hands by creating concept art for the demigod Godwyn the Golden as a boss. Fans were disappointed theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC failed to expand on the ill-fated character. FromSoftware’sElden Ringexpansion was released in June 2024 and allowed players to explore the Land of Shadow with new bosses, weapons, spells, and lore revolving around the Tarnished’s pursuit of Miquella.
Released in 2022, the base game takes place in The Lands Between, offering rich worldbuilding created by Hidetaka Miyazaki andGame of Thronesauthor George R.R. Martin.Elden Ring’s epic boss fightshave become a staple in the Soulslike genre, alongside the game’s dark fantasy aesthetic and notorious difficulty. Furthermore, the ability to free roam throughElden Ring’s open world without being led by the hand adds to the game’s challenge.
Posted on Reddit by Ensospag, various concept art sketches of Godwyn as aShadow of the Erdtreeboss were shared with theElden Ringcommunity. Detailed composites showcased the character’s blue and gold armor, his swordspear weapon charged with the Golden Lightning Axe skill, and several descriptions outlining the proposed boss’ crown and incantation.Elden Ringfans thought Godwyn would play a big rolein the DLC before its summer release, but this was not the case. The community had also hoped Godwyn would serve asShadow of the Erdtree’s final boss instead of Promised Consort Radahn, which is why the Redditor’s concept art is being so well received.
Elden Ring Fan Shares Concept Art of Godwyn as a Shadow of the Erdtree Boss
Elden Ring’s story of Godwyn the Goldenis rather grim. The son of Queen Marika the Eternal and Godfrey, First Elden Lord, Godwyn was slain by the Black Knife Assassins on the Night of Black Knives, and fans are itching to see more of the demigod in gameplay after seeing the concept art. The Reddit community praised the player’s great artistry and commended the parallels made to the Nameless King. Additionally, one comment labeled Godwyn’s concept outfit the most fashionable armor in the game, while other Reddit users admitted they would pay for a “10-phase Godwyn boss” DLC.
The Soulslike community is hopefulElden Ringwill receive a second expansion, and fans are keeping their fingers crossed that Godwyn will play a bigger part in it. Players also believe oneShadow of the Erdtreeweapon type could influence FromSoftware’s next game, but it sadly has nothing to do with Godwyn’s golden swordspear.
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ELDEN RING, developed by FromSoftware, Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., is a fantasy action-RPG adventure set within a world created by Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin. Danger and discovery lurk around every corner in FromSoftware’s largest game to date. Hidetaka Miyazaki - President and Game Director of FromSoftware Inc. Known for directing critically-acclaimed games in beloved franchises including Armored Core and Dark Souls.George R.R. Martin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many novels, including the acclaimed series A Song of Ice and Fire - A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast For Crows, and A Dance with Dragons. As a writer-producer, he has worked on The Twilight Zone, Beauty and the Beast, and various feature films and pilots that were never made. He lives with the lovely Parris in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
