Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware, has now surpassed 12 million sales since its release in late February.Currently the best-selling game in the US, the action RPG is once again demonstrating how expansive its design mechanics truly are, continuing to inspire its players' creativity.
WhileElden Ringis innovative in a lot of its core RPG elements, it all begins with the choice of one of its several starting classes that allow players to traverse the Lands Between as they see fit. However, the title’s in-depth customization features are a large part of what drives some players' imagination, with some having already fashioned personalities from other fantasy properties. Most notably,Beric Donadarrion from the popular seriesGame of Throneswas created, but now one fan has used their skills to form a cross-over with Konami’s action-adventure franchiseCastlevania.
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A Redditor has shared their vision of what a playable Alucard from theCastlevaniaseries would look like inElden Ring. Shared to theElden Ringsubreddit, the original poster The_Slay4Joy’s creation bears a real resemblance to the Netflix anime adaptation of the game series, with a well-built, topless Alucard donning his signature long golden locks. Wielding the Godskin Stitcher thrusting sword and wearing preceptors trousers as part of the design, the likeness to the antagonist cannot be understated. The OP has since uploaded the sliders used for others also wanting to recreate the fierce character Alucard.
Many commenters have applauded the likeness of the vampire prince which utilizesElden Ring’scustomization features to capture the facial structure exactly, with some urging the creator to make use of the game’s whip weapon to also construct the vampire hunter Trevor Belmont. Others have suggested infusing the sword with the Eochaid Dance Ash of War, which grants energy to the armament allowing for a unique dancing ability.
Elden Ring’s Ashes of War equippable options have already demonstrated how aerial acrobatics can be used to the player’s advantage, withthe sword dance weapon skill used to improve mobility. However, a clash between the Belmont family and vampire bloodline would surely make for a thrilling invasion in a Caelid backdrop.
Although theDraculalore may be limited withinElden Ringto a few bat-like enemies and the undead, the ability to improve magic stats and utilize blood loss status effect on bosses is a perfect way for those looking to shape their character into a vampire entity. With the recent news ofBandai Namco hinting at extendingElden Ringbeyond a game, it remains to be seen whether the immortal creatures of the night will make an appearance in the Lands Between beyond fan creations.
Elden Ringis out now on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
