The intricate world-building of FromSoftware often encapsulates centuries within the details of seemingly mundane items, transforming the quest for lore into an equally gratifying endeavor alongside conquering formidable bosses.
Fortunately, a dedicated YouTuber, SmoughTown, renowned for delving into the lore of various Soulslike titles, has undertaken the colossal task of unraveling the narrative tapestry of Elden Ring—a process that has spanned over 35 hours.
SmoughTown’s expertise extends across Soulslike gems, ranging from Lords of the Fallen to the monumental Dark Souls series. In their most recent series, they ambitiously strive to elucidate “the entire lore” encompassing FromSoftware’s magnum opus, Elden Ring, and its fragmented demigod-inhabited realm, The Lands Between.
The sheer magnitude of this undertaking becomes apparent when considering the extensive duration invested by the creator. While smaller lore explanation videos were released gradually after the open-worlder’s initial launch, the recent culmination comprises three comprehensive videos, collectively surpassing a runtime of 35 hours.
This epic trilogy comprehensively explores everything, from unraveling the intricacies of character backgrounds like Malenia to delving into cosmic mysteries and the concepts merely hinted at within the game.
The comments section naturally overflowed with words of encouragement and admiration, acknowledging the monumental nature of crafting such an extensive document on Elden Ring—a noteworthy academic accomplishment given the meticulous research and close analysis integral to the task.
However, the nature of the internet prevailed, and commenters injected humor into the discussion. One jesting comment quipped, “Love these bite-sized uploads, hoping you’ll start uploading long-form content soon.” Another, taking a practical approach, stated, “Saving this video to watch 30 minutes every day while I do dishes,” offering a podcast-efficiency tip rather than a traditional joke.
