Elden Ring Fan's Epic Endurance: A Hitless Messmer Daily Until Nightreign
An Elden Ring enthusiast has undertaken a seemingly impossible feat: a daily, hitless victory over the notoriously difficult Messmer boss, a challenge that will continue until the release of the upcoming co-op spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign. This ambitious endeavor began on December 16, 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 the enduring popularity of Elden Ring, three years after its initial release. The game's captivating world and demanding yet rewarding combat continue to captivate players.
YouTuber chickensandwich420 is documenting this extraordinary challenge. Consistently defeating Messmer, a boss from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC known for its difficulty, without taking any damage, is a grueling test of skill and perseverance. While hitless runs are common within the FromSoftware community, the sheer repetition of this task makes it a unique endurance test.
The Elden Ring community thrives on challenge runs, pushing the boundaries of the game's mechanics. Players regularly devise and complete incredibly difficult self-imposed challenges, including hitless playthroughs of entire games or even the entire FromSoftware catalog. The intricate design of Elden Ring's world and bosses fuels this creativity.
Nightreign, slated for release sometime in 2025, promises a new dimension to the Elden Ring experience, focusing on cooperative gameplay. While a specific release date remains unconfirmed, the anticipation is palpable. This fan's dedication to their hitless Messmer challenge serves as a fitting tribute to the game's enduring appeal and a countdown to the arrival of Nightreign.
