Elden Ring Fan's Epic Endurance Test: A Hitless Messmer Daily Until Nightreign
An Elden Ring enthusiast has undertaken a seemingly insurmountable challenge: a daily, hitless defeat of the formidable Messmer boss, a feat to be sustained until the release of the anticipated co-op spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign. This ambitious endeavor commenced on December 16th, 2024.
The surprise announcement of Nightreign at The Game Awards 2024, following previous developer statements suggesting Shadow of the Erdtree would conclude Elden Ring's content, has generated significant excitement. This player's challenge serves as a testament to that excitement, and perhaps, a form of dedicated preparation.
The enduring popularity of Elden Ring, approaching its third anniversary, is undeniable. Its intricate world and demanding yet rewarding combat system redefined FromSoftware's success. While retaining the core gameplay of previous titles, Elden Ring's unforgiving open world offered unprecedented freedom, fueling anticipation since its initial reveal.
YouTuber chickensandwich420 is documenting this extraordinary challenge. Consistently defeating Messmer, a notoriously difficult boss from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, without taking any damage, is a testament to skill and endurance. While hitless runs are common within the FromSoftware community, the sheer repetition of this challenge transforms it into a grueling test of perseverance.
Elden Ring's Community of Challenge Runners
Challenge runs have become an integral part of the FromSoftware gaming experience. Players consistently devise incredibly difficult, often seemingly impossible, tasks. These range from hitless boss battles to complete game playthroughs without taking damage, with some even tackling the entire FromSoftware catalog under these stringent conditions. The intricate world and boss designs fuel the creativity and complexity of these runs, promising even more innovative challenges upon Nightreign's arrival.
The unexpected announcement of Nightreign has breathed new life into the Elden Ring universe. Initially, developers indicated that Shadow of the Erdtree marked the end of Elden Ring's single-player content, ruling out a sequel. However, Nightreign, with its focus on cooperative gameplay, offers a thrilling continuation of the Elden Ring narrative and characters. While a precise release date remains unconfirmed, Nightreign is slated for a 2025 launch.
