Elden Ring: How to Become OP Early

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Even if it’s more open in design than its predecessors, there’s no doubt that Elden Ring is a tough game. Groups and large enemies are challenging, while the bosses are purely punishing. Because of this, it’s always important to prepare for a Souls game like Elden Ring as much as possible.

Whether that’s considering one’sElden Ring build ahead of time or choosing a class, it’s not a game anyone rushes. This should be doubly so for anyone relatively new to the genre. Choosing a good newcomer/beginner class for Elden Ring is helpful, but improving one’s overall build from the get-go helps players approach challenges a lot.

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Luckily, someone has already found a way to quickly provide any Elden Ring character with a ton of early advantages. It’ll eventually wear off, but for anyone looking for a good head start or a newcomer needing a little extra push, there’s a good, relatively risk-free way to do so right from the start of the game.

Although it can be done by anyone at any early stage of Elden Ring, it is recommended to do this right from the start. This method was discovered by YouTuber Boomstick Gaming and independently verified by Game Rant. Essentially, players will need to follow Boomstick’s path as outlined in the above video, which will take players into a few locations in Elden Ring. This excursion will take players into a few dangerous areas, but the rewards outweigh the risk.

Following Boomstick’s route as outlined above will net players a +4 weapon, potentially a set of improved armor, additional and stronger flasks, a strong spirit, tons of runes, a few levels and a few other boons. This will, as a whole, improve any Elden Ring build as players