Elden Ring's FIrst Elden Lord
In the world of Elden Ring, the initial Elden Lord, Godfrey, and his spouse, Queen Marika, play crucial roles in shaping the events of the game. Marika's actions lead to the cataclysmic event known as The Shattering, transforming the realm into its current fragmented state. Godfrey, though human like the playable character, holds legendary status and becomes the first Tarnished, losing his battle spirit due to Marika's influence. He assumes the role of chieftain among the warriors of the Badlands, but eventually returns to The Lands Between to reclaim the title of Elden Lord. However, Marika's true motives and the intricate scheme she orchestrates remain unclear. Uncovering cut dialogue hints at Godfrey's deeper relationship with the Tarnished and his knowledge of Marika's plans. Marika's ultimate intention appears to be the victory of one of the Tarnished over the Greater Will, while Godfrey's exile may have been part of her plan from the beginning. The story of Elden Ring is a tale of betrayal, power struggles, and the fate of a shattered realm.