In the video titled ‘Is Elden Ring TOO HARD? Why Fromsoftware buffed blessings & how to manage DLC difficulty’, Fextralife discusses the recent changes in the game’s difficulty and how players can navigate through the challenges presented in the DLC. The calibration patch 1.12.2 has made the game slightly easier for new players, with an increase in maximum total damage and a reduction in total damage taken. However, the DLC still poses a significant challenge, especially for those new to the franchise.
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Key Takeaways:
- The calibration patch 1.12.2 has made the game slightly easier for new players, with an increase in maximum total damage and a reduction in total damage taken.
- Players can manage the DLC difficulty by picking up scadu tree fragments, which increase damage dealt and reduce damage taken.
- Leveling up is recommended in the DLC, as the meta is expected to increase to around 175 or 200.
- Talismans play a crucial role in increasing damage output in the DLC, and players can stack multiple talismans to boost their effectiveness.
Increased Damage and Reduced Damage Taken:
The calibration patch 1.12.2 introduced changes to Elden Ring’s difficulty, aiming to make it more accessible for new players. The maximum total damage that players can deal has been increased from two times to 2.05 times, resulting in a 5% raise in the cap of damage dealt. Additionally, the total damage that players can take has been reduced through scadu tree fragments. Previously, players could only achieve 50% damage negation, but now they can reach 51.3% damage negation. While these changes may seem minor, they have a significant impact, especially in the early stages of the DLC. Players will deal more damage and take less damage, addressing the initial difficulty spike.
Managing the DLC Difficulty:
Aside from the calibration changes, players can adopt certain strategies to manage the difficulty of the DLC. One method is to collect scadu tree fragments, which are scattered throughout the game. These fragments increase damage dealt and reduce damage taken, providing a substantial advantage against tough bosses and enemies. Leveling up is also recommended, as the meta is expected to increase to around 175 or 200. By leveling up and investing in Vigor and damaging stats, players can keep up with the challenges presented in the DLC. Additionally, players can find weapons with multiple stat scaling to maximize their damage output. Weapons that scale well with multiple stats allow for continuous growth in damage as players progress through the DLC.
The Importance of Talismans:
Talismans play a crucial role in enhancing damage output in the DLC. There are several new talismans that boost damage and can be stacked with existing talismans for even greater effectiveness. For example, the Shard of Alexander and talismans like the rotten Wing sword Insignia or axe Talisman can be combined to increase damage. The new smithing Talisman also enhances Throne weapon attacks, making it a valuable asset against tough enemies. By utilizing talismans and finding weapons that synergize well with them, players can significantly increase their damage output and overcome the challenges of the DLC.
