The Elden Ring Podcast

Let us continue to celebrate our home…across the sea of fog…the Lands Between…together. • Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between. In the Lands Between ruled by Queen Marika the Eternal, the Elden Ring, the source of the Erdtree, has been shattered. Marika's offspring, demigods all, claimed the shards of the Elden Ring known as the Great Runes, and the mad taint of their newfound strength triggered a war: The Shattering. A war that meant abandonment by the Greater Will. And now the guidance of grace will be brought to the Tarnished who were spurned by the grace of gold and exiled from the Lands Between. Ye dead who yet live, your grace long lost, follow the path to the Lands Between beyond the foggy sea to stand before the Elden Ring. And become the Elden Lord. • We have a special request for our viewers and listeners. The Topic Archives (youtube.com/@topicarchives), a media library created and maintained solely by Australian producer Albert Chessa, needs your support. If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating to patreon.com/topicarchives, tipping at ko-fi.com/topicarchives. liking, sharing, subscribing, reviewing, and/or joining the channel at https://shorturl.at/cmoyY. Thank you for your generosity and continued support. • eldenring.com

Let us celebrate our home…across the sea of fog…the Lands Between…together. • Rise, Tarnished, and be guided by grace to brandish the power of the Elden Ring and become an Elden Lord in the Lands Between. In the Lands Between ruled by Queen Marika the Eternal, the Elden Ring, the source of the Erdtree, has been shattered. Marika's offspring, demigods all, claimed the shards of the Elden Ring known as the Great Runes, and the mad taint of their newfound strength triggered a war: The Shattering. A war that meant abandonment by the Greater Will. And now the guidance of grace will be brought to the Tarnished who were spurned by the grace of gold and exiled from the Lands Between. Ye dead who yet live, your grace long lost, follow the path to the Lands Between beyond the foggy sea to stand before the Elden Ring. And become the Elden Lord. • We have a special request for our viewers and listeners. The Topic Archives (youtube.com/@topicarchives), a media library created and maintained solely by Australian producer Albert Chessa, needs your support. If you enjoy this podcast, consider donating to patreon.com/topicarchives, tipping at ko-fi.com/topicarchives. liking, sharing, subscribing, reviewing, and/or joining the channel at https://shorturl.at/cmoyY. Thank you for your generosity and continued support. • eldenring.com

Albert speaks on Elden Ring's first anniversary. Enjoy!

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Anna Ellsworth, an exceptionally gifted professional harpist and gamer, joins the show to share her experiences in both music and the interactive artform, and the extraordinary challenge she set herself of beating Elden Ring...with her harp! Visit Anna's official site here https://annaellsworthmusic.com Follow Anna on Twitch here https://twitch.tv/lettuce4dayz Subscribe to Anne on YT here https://youtube.com/annaellsworthmusic Topic Podcast Network https://ko-fi.com/topicnetwork (tip-jar if you enjoyed the show) https://patreon.com/topicnetwork (exclusive access and perks) The Elden Ring Podcast https://instagram.com/eldenringpodcast https://twitter.com/eldenringshow Albert https://albertchessa.com Excellent translation of the 'Song of Lament': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x57Pirh97Lc

Albert continues discussing the Lore of the Lands Between.

On this episode Albert begins his multi-part annotation and commentary on the incomparably awesome UncivilProcedure's chronological telling of Elden Ring's lore: https://old.reddit.com/r/Eldenring/comments/tzf2uo/a_very_thorough_overview_of_the_lore_and_story_of/ — make sure to head over to their post and give them a much deserved upvote. In this first fire-side telling, we dive into the origins of The Lands Between, the Outer Gods, The Greater Will and more, with plenty of stop-overs, etymology explorations, and tangent-taking along the way. Enjoy!

Albert takes it back to the Ep. 1 days to embark upon Valdir the Vagabond's quest…

My dear Tarnished, the Golden Age is almost upon us. From the silent shadows of the dark times — before Geoff Keighley's glorious SGF reveal — to this bountiful era of daily reveals, it has always been our fate…our golden path…to make it to this day. On our 16th episode, 'A Shadow's Fate' — the final one before Elden Ring's release, and we all cross the foggy sea together — join the exceptionally talented Tarnished artist Gobli Prin and show producer Albert for ‘A Shadow's Fate', as the pair discuss all things life, art, music and more. Enjoy! What if the two Miyazakis — Hidetaka and Hayao — combined into something, or rather someone, whose style is well on its way to surpassing both? Well, in addition to being a truly unique and exceedingly talented illustrator unto himself, this is an accurate way to describe Tokyo-based artist, @gobli_prin. If you haven't already, ahead of this weekend's conversation with this outstanding creator, I highly recommend following his Insta right now! The pair discuss the differences between the two Miyazakis, how combining their sensibilities can prove surprisingly satisfying and unique, and much more. Stay tuned!

Prog rock meets Elden Ring? As well as the extended MiyazakiVerse of Dark Souls and Bloodborne? A match made in the heavens, to be sure... Well, good Tarnished, you are in luck. On this episode, the mighty ANOR LONDO — a one-man Miyazaki-inspired prog band (ring a bell, Porcupine Tree?) — just so happens to be our special guest, the musical alter-ego of friend of the show, Rashed Salem. The pair discuss art, life, the intrinsic connection between prog and fantasy, how Miyazaki's works are a perfect match for prog and metal alike, and much more! So go and grab yourself a fresh flagon of Limbgrave mead, pull up a chair to The Rountable Hold's fireplace, sit back, relax, get cozy and listen in, as the rainswept skies of the Lands Between roll on outside... RASHED (a.k.a. ANOR LONDO) http://instagram.com/rashedsalemalagroobi SHOW http://instagram.com/eldenringpodcast ALBERT http://instagram.com/albertchessa SITE http://eldenring.com

Prepare yourselves, Tarnished, to join Sean (@thelorehunter) and show producer Albert (@albertchessa) on a trek across the Lands Between, covering the treacherous steppes of speculation, the compelling caverns of close examination, and the ever-lofty skies of unfettered, child-like hype, along with the usual scholarly/digital archaeology/theorising (aka ‘Miyazakian/Fromsoftian studies')

On Episode 13, Insta-talian brothers Angelo (@angcafar) and show producer Albert (@albertchessa)

Albert discusses the next 15 seconds of Elden Ring's second trailer. https://www.eldenring.com

Albert and Tera speak with artist Jorge and Albert's childhood friend Pamela about the 6/12 mark of Elden Ring's second trailer (Gathering The Shards begins 1 hour in) Pam https://www.instagram.com/ellamexie Jorge https://www.instagram.com/jorgeleoperez Tera https://www.instagram.com/terapopgram Albert https://www.instagram.com/albertchessa Podcast https://www.instagram.com/eldenringpodcast

"There's more in common between Souls and Pokémon than you might think…” On Episode 10, host/producer Albert and host/executive producer Tera are joined by the brilliant (get it? Because he's Shiny? Eyyy we have fun here

Kyle and Albert dive into Elden Ring's second trailer. Enjoy! Note: due to an editing program rendering error the episode unfortunately does not contain clips or an edited/clean version of Kyle's wonderful Game Manual Recital recital. I tried multiple times to publish the edited version, but the file wasn't having any of it. The positive side effect result is a candid behind the scenes look at Kyle and I's friendship. Good vibes! Additional heads up: Kyle and I are omnidirectional subject matter-discussing tangent-taking boffins to the core, so we take our good time to get to the Gathering of the Shards proper (which begins an hour ). Life is best when eclectic. Enjoy! Kyle https://www.Twitter.com/Kyle_Card The Benza https://www.amazon.com/The-Benza/dp/B07QFYM4Y8 Sam Takes One More Step https://youtu.be/UHzF5KnoN20 Some… https://youtu.be/uzrkmy9hEqM Smash Mouth (They Don't Stop) https://youtu.be/eT3BFzSD6YY 00:00 00:21:45 - Kyle's FromSoftware Story 00:52:00 - Kyle's Game Manual Recital 01:00:00 - Gathering The Shards

“Sooo…what's up with Miyazaki's spindly hands thing?” On Episode 8, host/producer Albert Chessa and host/executive producer Terapop are joined by incomparable artist (and all-round excellent human being

The mighty KatieCakes joins Albert and Tera for the second chapter of Gathering The Shards, and much insight was gained, fun had, and good vibes felt all round. The Tarnished Trio discuss several topics, including speculating on the potentially sinister nature of our character, the true nature of the Lost Graces (as a potential lore-incorporating mechanic), and the Erdtree actually being hollowed out in places, made of spectral stone...enjoy!

This week, Albert and Tera begin their quest into the Lands Between in earnest. This is the first part of 'Gathering The Shards' — a weekly sub-series (joined by various Souls community guests) that divides Elden Ring's 3-minute trailer into 15 second segments, using each one as a platform to discuss, analyse, explore and speculate on a variety of topics: visuals, design, gameplay mechanics, music, mythological and cultural references, themes, symbolism, aesthetics, lore and much, much more, going down whatever avenues of subject matter/tangents that naturally occur. Now, fellow Tarnished, I command thee…Enjoy!

Albert and Terapop discuss Elden Ring, give a prelude to the upcoming 12-part 'Gathering The Shards' trailer analysis series, and much more. Enjoy! Terapop https://twitter.com/terapoptweets https://instagram.com/terapopgram https://youtube.com/terapop https://patreon.com/terapop If you enjoy my content, feel free to like, share, subscribe and send through a shout via DonorBox at https://www.donorbox.org/albertchessa, Ko-Fi at https://www.ko-fi.com/albertchessa or https://www.paypal.me/albertchessa. Sending you all good vibes from Australia! Official Site https://albertchessa.com Official Store https://albertchessa.com/store Official Facebook https://facebook.com/albertchessastore Official Instagram https://instagram.com/albertchessa Official Twitter https://twitter.com/albertchessa Official Patreon https://patreon.com/albertchessa Official Tumblr https://albertchessa.tumblr.com Official TikTok https://tiktok.com/@albertchessa Official Snapchat https://snapchat.com/add/albertchessa Official PayPal https://paypal.me/albertchessa Official DonorBox https://donorbox.org/albertchessa Official Ko-Fi https://ko-fi.com/albertchessa Official YouTube https://youtube.com/albertchessaofficial Official Reddit https://reddit.com/u/albertchessaofficial Official Twitch https://twitch.tv/albertchessa Official LinkTree https://linktr.ee/albertchessa Official StreamerLinks https://streamerlinks.com/albertchessa

Albert views the SGF presentation, and discusses the trailer. Enjoy! If you enjoy my content, feel free to like, share, subscribe and send through a shout via DonorBox at https://www.donorbox.org/albertchessa, Ko-Fi at https://www.ko-fi.com/albertchessa or https://www.paypal.me/albertchessa. Sending you all good vibes from Australia! Official Site https://albertchessa.com Official Store https://albertchessa.com/store Official Facebook https://facebook.com/albertchessastore Official Instagram https://instagram.com/albertchessa Official Twitter https://twitter.com/albertchessa Official Patreon https://patreon.com/albertchessa Official Tumblr https://albertchessa.tumblr.com Official TikTok https://tiktok.com/@albertchessa Official Snapchat https://snapchat.com/add/albertchessa Official PayPal https://paypal.me/albertchessa Official DonorBox https://donorbox.org/albertchessa Official Ko-Fi https://ko-fi.com/albertchessa Official YouTube https://youtube.com/albertchessaofficial Official Reddit https://reddit.com/u/albertchessaofficial Official Twitch https://twitch.tv/albertchessa Official LinkTree https://linktr.ee/albertchessa Official StreamerLinks https://streamerlinks.com/albertchessa

With overwhelming evidence and teases heralding Elden Ring's presence at Summer Game Fest 2021,  Albert captures this very special moment in time in podcast-form, harkening back to his very first recording in March of 2015,  leading into Bloodborne: the lead-up to a brand new Miyazaki title,  then the small matter of a completely original fantasy universe co-created with one of earth's greatest authors, George R.R. Martin.  Albert reflects on Keighley's 'Ring Of Candles' tease (one which will be remembered many years hence),  Gives a preview of Episodes 4 and 5 ('Beyond The Sea Of Fog' solo SGF Livestream tomorrow,  and 'Tragic Things Unite', featuring ongoing cohosts Sean The Lore Hunter and Terapop), And sends each and every one of you directly to his mentors, Soulslike scholars Kole and Gary from DuckFeed TV's Bonfireside Chat Rekindled (Links Below),  Sharing a clip of their extremely erudite, fascinating and enriching observations and speculation on Elden Ring's debut trailer, serving as the perfect prelude to the joy we are all about to collectively experience in a few short hours time! Links http://patreon.com/duckfeedtv https://www.patreon.com/terapop https://www.patreon.com/thelorehunter If you enjoy my content, feel free to like, share, subscribe and send through a shout via DonorBox at https://www.donorbox.org/albertchessa, Ko-Fi at https://www.ko-fi.com/albertchessa or https://www.paypal.me/albertchessa. Sending you all good vibes from Australia! Official Site https://albertchessa.com Official Store https://albertchessa.com/store Official Facebook https://facebook.com/albertchessastore Official Instagram https://instagram.com/albertchessa Official Twitter https://twitter.com/albertchessa Official Patreon https://patreon.com/albertchessa Official Tumblr https://albertchessa.tumblr.com Official TikTok https://tiktok.com/@albertchessa Official Snapchat https://snapchat.com/add/albertchessa Official PayPal https://paypal.me/albertchessa Official DonorBox https://donorbox.org/albertchessa Official Ko-Fi https://ko-fi.com/albertchessa Official YouTube https://youtube.com/albertchessaofficial Official Reddit https://reddit.com/u/albertchessaofficial Official Twitch https://twitch.tv/albertchessa Official LinkTree https://linktr.ee/albertchessa Official StreamerLinks https://streamerlinks.com/albertchessa

Albert speaks about Elden Ring's creators, Miyazaki-san and Mr. Martin, delving into their similarities and differences, and speculates on their respective and collaborative goals for the brand new universe that is Elden Ring. Enjoy! If you enjoy my content, feel free to like, share, subscribe and send through a shout via DonorBox at https://www.donorbox.org/albertchessa, Ko-Fi at https://www.ko-fi.com/albertchessa or https://www.paypal.me/albertchessa. Sending you all good vibes from Australia! The Elden Ring Podcast Instagram https://instagram.com/eldenringpodcast The Elden Ring Podcast Twitter https://twitter.com/eldenringshow Official Site https://albertchessa.com Official Store https://albertchessa.com/store Official Facebook https://facebook.com/albertchessastore Official Instagram https://instagram.com/albertchessa Official Twitter https://twitter.com/albertchessa Official Patreon https://patreon.com/albertchessa Official Tumblr https://albertchessa.tumblr.com Official TikTok https://tiktok.com/@albertchessa Official Snapchat https://snapchat.com/add/albertchessa Official PayPal https://paypal.me/albertchessa Official DonorBox https://donorbox.org/albertchessa Official Ko-Fi https://ko-fi.com/albertchessa Official YouTube https://youtube.com/albertchessaofficial Official Reddit https://reddit.com/u/albertchessaofficial Official Twitch https://twitch.tv/albertchessa Official StreamerLinks https://streamerlinks.com/albertchessa

"Oh! You tragic thing! You have crossed the Sea of Fog all the way to the riftlands... Well, this is the very edge of the map. I can only imagine what drives you to seek the Elden Ring. I suppose you can't be talked into turning back...Very well then!" Albert discusses the (I can't believe I'm about to type this) Elden Ring trailer! Shot-by-shot analysis/speculation/discussion and more...enjoy!