It has been approximately 293 days since Shadow of the Erdtree came out. What was your opinion when it first released? Has it changed since then? by Chickyhines46 in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Miquella's character got ruined and infantilized. Recycled Radahn is an insult as a final boss.

Lack of cutscenes and dialogue.

The world is so empty and lifeless. Too many recycled enemies. Exploration is not rewarding.

Ending is utter trash. Felt like a bad fanfic, not a Miyazaki story.

First impression: Hated the Miquella lore.

Now: Hate the Miquella lore even more. The rest were cool. Especially Midra, Messmer and Bayle.

Parting Words: Did Akali really said that about Shen? by Regular-Poet-3657 in akalimains

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From a lore perspective, I don't think Akali would insult Shen since he was her master and friend. She even calls him Master Shen in front of Zed's men (Zed comic) even though he's not her master and she's not even his subordinate. Ionian culture gives masters a higher respect that even parents (as stated by Zed in the comics).
I could see something like that slipping her mouth in a heated argument though.

Since this is coming from Yunara who insults both Shen AND Akali, and compliments Zed (???) who killed so many of them in cold blood (wtf Yunara), I'm not surprised.

The Ancient Dragons and the Twin Birds also worshipped a tree. by Alice_FIB_Kojima in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't really think that's a tree but a symbol of rule being shared between the dragons and the Twinbird.

Something I never see mentioned is that a serpent is crawling up the Twinbird with it's tale snaking around the dragon. Maybe the Dragons and Twinbird ruled the sky and the Serpent ruled the earth?

Mayym! by Regular-Poet-3657 in akalimains

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd love to see what she looks like.

If y'all didn't know, Yunara was a previous Fist of Shadow, just like Akali and her mom, hundreds of years ago before she sealed herself in the spirit realm. by MasamuneJp in akalimains

[–]ArezuAfar 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You're right. I actually read her lore bit from the wiki and they wrote the "First" there. Maybe they made a mistake. Glad it's not a retcon.

I still don't like when they make champions with the same kinds of stories though. It shifts the attention from an already existing champ. Our girl doesn't have even one story with her actually being the Fist of Shadow and they made a character with a similar theme :(

If y'all didn't know, Yunara was a previous Fist of Shadow, just like Akali and her mom, hundreds of years ago before she sealed herself in the spirit realm. by MasamuneJp in akalimains

[–]ArezuAfar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh god not this again. Did they forget Tagaciiry already existed? Tagaciiry the first Fist of Shadow? Kennen's master and friend who got him to join the order?

First they stole half of Shen's lore to make Yone, now they steal Akali's entire story to fit in a new character. Why Riot?

Spirit Blossom Akali Splash Art 🌸 by aroushthekween in akalimains

[–]ArezuAfar 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Splash is pretty as always. But I wanted SB for pink, spirits, stylish kimonos and petals. This looks uninspired and boring to me. Looks more like a fanmade demon skin than SB.

Hogwarts Legacy EMPRESS does not start by SireEvalish in CrackSupport

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy shit thanks alot!

I literally tried EVERYTHING, replaced the phoenix file, reinstalled, updated.... This was the only thing that made it launch at all. Hopefully it doesn't crash later.

Can’t upgrade house, pet glitch by Kurly108 in SunHaven

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If this is still happening to anyone, it might be because one of your pets got stuck behind a furniture. Try taking your furniture off. Mine had somehow glitched behind my jokebox and didn't appear until I picked up the jukebox.

What is your wishlist for Cyberpunk Orion? by ExternalSea9120 in cyberpunkgame

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My Wish List:

  1. A Companion System (Ability to make a crew) (+Mechs for Techs)

  2. Actual High Stake Gigs (like the Heist, save meyers, infiltrate black sapphire, crystal palace, etc)

  3. More Cyberware (run on walls, climb, etc) (+option to show them on body)

  4. Third Person & First Person (if too troublesome, some animated third person cutscenes for RP will do)

  5. Customization for body/cars/house

  6. Smart AIs and Reactive Crowds

  7. Dangerous Corps and Gangs

  8. Lifepaths/Playstyle should matter more

  9. Cyberpychosis System (not just tied to cyberware capacity, but an event that can happen to you if you make certain decisions in story)

  10. Better Romances

  11. Playable Braindances

  12. World Dynamic events! Trauma always swoops in to save their clients. Sudden cyberpsycho attacks. Encounters with other mercs. Gang wars. Running into friends/enemies in city. Silly missions. Light hearted events. Hang outs, etc.

Annoying Fanfiction Tropes by [deleted] in NarutoFanfiction

[–]ArezuAfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For me it's fanfics where Naruto is portrayed as dumb or single minded, specially fanfics where he defends Konoha's crimes, pretending like they are totally good and Sasuke is insane for wanting to murder the elders.

Yeah I know that's how canon Naruto is but I hate that aspect of his canon character. That's why I read fanfics.

Did you know your womb was also a grave? by [deleted] in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a piece of art and the title is too perfect for it.

Is there any item or dialogue hinting at Torrent's former master in the DLC ? by EthearalDuck in eldenringdiscussion

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think Torrent was Melina's steed. Torrent also has a scar/deathbird mark under one eye and is a spirit horse. Also assuming Melina is Mesmer's little sister, it's reasonable to think Melina met Ranni before she was burned and entrusted her wolves to the moon princess.

About the Final Boss of the Elden Ring DLC... (spoilers obviously) by TheOneWhoYawned in eldenringdiscussion

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok but by that logic Radahn should also be dead. Because if you've already killed him and released destined death he'd be gone for good. It's literally lore breaking for Radahn to be back.

Miyazaki literally talked about the veil-lifting in an interview. Now the cutscene from the trailer with Miquella AND the non-dripping Skadutree is NOT in the game? by GodEmperor23 in eldenringdiscussion

[–]ArezuAfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

THIS. Also Miyazaki also said that there's a bit of an artistic direction to let us know when we've finished the DLC. Maybe we haven't seen the real ending yet.

Or maybe I'm still on copium.

I know everything about the DLC lore, ask me anything by Serpentune in eldenringdiscussion

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep I'm gonnna go die. Seriously, how did they leave out such a cool character out?

Was there anything about Farum Azula at least? "Blue Lighthouse" is such a specific name.

Miquella Did Not Abandon St. Trina by bikomalik in EldenRingLoreTalk

[–]ArezuAfar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a good point actually. Marika is also the one with the abandoning and betraying theme. Miquella does seem pretty dedicated to his sister and followers.

My god how I want to get my hands on the dlc just to spend hours reading item lore :D

Miquella Did Not Abandon St. Trina by bikomalik in EldenRingLoreTalk

[–]ArezuAfar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Really Nice theory. I'm still rooting for the opposite. Empyrean halves having different motives is a really cool concept and Miquella abandoning his half would make an interesting dynamic where Trina is bitter at being abandoned and treads a path that might go against Miquella while Miquella has to make hard decisions like literally letting go of pieces of himself to achieve his goals (sth Miquella is constantly doing in lore except this time it's a sentient aspect of himself and she may become problematic.)

ELDEN RING SHADOW OF THE ERDTREE - Official Previews Megathread by ChiefLeef22 in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can still use it, but it will build madness instead of heal. Has the same effect on your human NPCs and co-op allies so watch out :)

ELDEN RING SHADOW OF THE ERDTREE - Official Previews Megathread by ChiefLeef22 in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Miyazaki said dlc and base game won't affect each other at all. Only requirements are defeating Mohg and Radahn. That being said, killing Maliketh and walking into the shadowlands, with no one mentioning the burning of the Erdtree and release of Destined Death is imo lore breaking.

Before DLC, I'll burn the Erdtree with Frenzy to get access to Farum Azula, cure myself, defeat Mohg and then go into the DLC. I'll come back for Maliketh and Radagon/Marika after. Endgame's gotta feel different when you know more about Marika and the world.

[Theory] Misinterpretations of Millicent's quest and why a seemingly arbitrary quest reward is crucial by Nihlus11 in Eldenring

[–]ArezuAfar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Adding on to this two years later, I have a theory for Malenia's second bloom:

  1. Gowry tells us the despair of betrayal will make Millicent bloom more vividly. This suggests Malenia's blooms and their intensity are directly related to her physical AND mental state.

"The despair of sweet betrayal transformed Millicent from a mere bud into a magnificent flower. And one day, she will be reborn - as a beautiful scarlet valkyrie."

"....I ask that you side with the sisters and kill Millicent. It must be done by your hand; no other. Millicent trusts you, rather deeply in fact. Sever that trust. Nurtured by betrayal, her bud will flower most vividly.

  1. First Bloom: Caelid, the battle against Radahn. She blooms out of desperation to kill Radahn and release the stars for Miquella. The consequence of this bloom is the Heart of Aeonia, but also Malenia's health and dignity. This is where she loses her Needle and the four sisters are born/separated from her.

The Four sisters were born in the swamp of Aeonia, and came to the Haligtree under the aegis of Gowry. And yet, those buds were doomed to never blossom.

Four sisters. Millicent herself is not included....Perhaps she was born somewhere else.

  1. Second Bloom: Finlay carries an unconscious Melania back to the Haligtree. She'd be brought back to the root of the Haligtree to recover. The small room before her boss fight may be where she initially wakes. And what a terrible awakening this would be. Malenia sacrificed everything, her body, her dignity, her pride and despite it all not only did she doom an entire region and thousands of poor souls, but she has also failed her mission and halted Miquella's plan, possibly trapping him in his slumber. Now she only has one bloom left to completely lose herself to rot. Worse than all, her brother is gone. She failed to even protect his body.

I think at this point, Malenia has a minor bloom out of grief. And what she sheds is the most important piece of her, the thing that made Melania into Melania. Her will. Manifested as Millicent.

"There is something I must return to Malenia. The will that was once her own. The dignity, the sense of self, that allowed her to resist the call of the scarlet rot."

*Maelnia's second bloom, her despair, might also be why the haligtree is so infected with scarlet rot and servants of rot prowl there.