Many players in Elden Ring have joked about having to walk through the Lands Between without a Maiden, but few knew why that is the case. Fans have now uncovered this secret by looking up for the first time.
What is a Maiden and why is she important in Elden Ring? The Maiden, also known as the Finger Maiden, is a key figure for the Befleckten in Elden Ring. She is supposed to accompany you on your journeys, convert your runes into power, and help you in your quest to become the next Elden Lord on behalf of the two Fingers.
So in theory, but in practice, players start as Maidenless Befleckten. Even NPCs make fun of you, but why are you Maidenless? There is a good reason for that, and it lies in the tutorial area.
“Why is no one looking up?” – Players unveil the secret
What have players discovered? After creating your character, you awaken in the Chapel of Anticipation. Before you lies a Recusant Finger held by a Finger Maiden, who, however, is dead. Players believe that this Maiden is the Maiden of your Befleckten.
Fans have wondered why she is deceased, but the reason lies directly above you.
What you see is a massive gaping hole, which at first does not seem unusual, but considering where you are and what enemy is lurking, it quickly becomes clear that the demise of your Maiden was no “accident.”
Fans believe that the Planted Sprout, the tutorial boss in this area, stormed the chapel, took care of your Maiden, and left you behind. This is especially supported by the size of the hole and the damage that such an action would have caused. The beams and boards are directed inward, as if someone or something had come down through the roof from above.
The funny thing is that the solution to the puzzle lay above the players’ heads, yet few looked up to arrive at this theory.
Did you notice this hint and come to this conclusion, or did you also miss the gaping hole at the beginning of your journey because you didn’t look up? We’d love to hear your thoughts on this in the comments!
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