Elden Ring Nightreign's Libra boss reveal has sparked a unique discussion among fans, who have noted the boss's striking resemblance to Ben 10's Grey Matter. Dive into the details of this intriguing comparison and explore the fearsome capabilities of the goat-like Nightlord, Libra.
Elden Ring Nightreign Libra Boss Reveal Gameplay
It’s Hero Time?
As Elden Ring Nightreign approaches its eagerly anticipated release date, FromSoftware treated fans to a glimpse of one of its formidable bosses, Libra, dubbed "Creature of Night." The gameplay footage, released on May 6 by IGN, showcases one of the eight Nightlords, highlighting Libra's daunting presence and combat prowess.
True to FromSoftware's tradition, Libra promises a challenging encounter with its swift and devastating attacks. Yet, beyond its battle skills, fans couldn't help but notice Libra's striking appearance, drawing comparisons to Grey Matter from the popular cartoon series, Ben 10. This humorous connection stems from Libra's apparent large eyes, which are actually bells adorning its horns, sparking discussions across platforms like YouTube and Reddit, especially after Libra's brief appearance in the game's reveal trailer in December 2024.
Madness!
The gameplay footage reveals that Libra is not just a visually distinctive boss but also a formidable adversary, capable of inducing the Madness Status Effect. This effect causes players to lose health and focus points while also stunning them, making team coordination crucial to overcome Libra's wide-ranging area-of-effect attacks and intricate attack patterns.
Before confronting Libra, players have the option to strike a deal with the Scale-bearing Merchant, who offers enhanced strength, resistance to ailments, or a temporary reprieve from death. Players can choose to engage Libra directly without a deal, though the video leaves the potential drawbacks or costs of this decision unclear. Intriguingly, the Scale-bearing Merchant transforms into Libra, shedding its disguise to reveal its true, menacing form.
As the battle unfolds, Libra unleashes an increasingly dangerous array of attacks, starting with spell projectiles and area-of-effect sigils. Once sufficiently damaged, Libra enters a berserk state, amplifying its melee damage and enhancing its madness-inducing spells and expanding its area-of-effect attacks.
With less than a month until its release, FromSoftware continues to unveil more about Elden Ring Nightreign, emphasizing its innovative multiplayer approach to the Souls series. The recently released overview trailer offers insights into the game's lore, gameplay mechanics, and features.
Elden Ring Nightreign is scheduled for release on May 30, 2025, and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for more updates by checking out our related article below!
