One player immersed in Elden Ring recently unveiled a captivating transformation of the Erdtree following Maliketh's demise, the Black Blade. The expansive world of the game, aptly named the Lands Between, is brimming with surprises that even seasoned players might overlook after hundreds of hours of gameplay.

The Erdtree, a colossal golden tree in Elden Ring towering over the Lands Between, symbolizes the Elden Ring Blessing's presence and serves as the focal point of the Golden Order's beliefs. Depending on players' chosen endings, the tree can undergo alterations that impact its visual presentation.

A dedicated Elden Ring player known as Water_Flimsy on Reddit shared two screenshots showcasing a subtle Erdtree detail that had eluded many during their playthroughs. After investing over 600 hours in the game, Water_Flimsy noticed branches of the Erdtree subtly visible in specific locations post-Maliketh's defeat. The Reddit post garnered significant community attention, with numerous comments expressing surprise at missing this detail despite extensive gameplay.

Some players attribute overlooking these Erdtree branches to mistaking them for roots emerging from the Deeproot Depths, a sprawling subterranean region in Elden Ring. Many enthusiasts laud FromSoftware's meticulous attention to detail in world creation and eagerly anticipate encountering a similar approach in the upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC slated for release on June 21.

Burning the Erdtree in Elden Ring: A Guide

Following the defeat of Morgott the Omen King, a primary boss, the Tarnished endeavor to access the Erdtree to mend the Elden Ring and ascend as Elden Lord. However, impenetrable thorns obstruct entry to the Erdtree, prompting players to journey to the Mountaintops of the Giants to rekindle the Flame of Ruin. Subsequently, players face the choice of incinerating the tree using the Frenzied Flame or sacrificing Melina, also known as The Kindling Maiden.

Players are then directed to the Legacy Dungeon, Crumbling Farum Azula, where they confront Maliketh, the Black Blade. To vanquish Maliketh, players should wield melee weapons, exploiting his vulnerability to physical assaults. Opting against holy attacks proves wise as Maliketh exhibits high resistance to such damage. Maliketh's defeat unleashes the Rune of Death, empowering the Tarnished to immolate the Erdtree.