Elden Ring allows users to engage in both competitive and cooperative multiplayer. It functions similarly to FromSoftware’s previous titles and likely contributes to their longevity. Some gamers are still playing various Souls games online years after release, and it’s fair to expect the same from Elden Ring’s community.
Since its release, Elden Ring players have used various clever tricks and strategies to kill the host. Their tactics don’t work all the time, but players often share videos of their memorable kills if they manage to pull off the strategy perfectly. One such video features an Elden Ring player easily killing hosts by disguising themselves in a dungeon.
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A Reddit user named LordTexugo shares a montage of their kills. They use the Mimic's Veil item to disguise themselves as an object and wait for the host to climb a nearby ladder. As soon the host starts climbing, LordTexugo hits them from below, defeating them in one attack. LordTexugo disguises themselves as a statue in the first clip but switches to a candle for the rest of the video. The invader waves at their opponents after each kill, teasing them for not seeing through their disguise.
Due to the narrow playable area and linear design, Elden Ring Catacombs are perfect for users to try out this strategy. LordTexugo chose the Stormfoot Catacombs for the purpose of this video, although it looks like this tactic is viable next to any ladder. Additionally, LordTexugo uses a weapon skill called Giant Hunt to strike upwards with such force. This skill seems key for the tactic to work effectively, and players can acquire it after defeating the Night’s Cavalry boss in
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