Elden Ring Nightreign's Libra boss reveal has sparked a unique conversation among fans, drawing comparisons to Ben 10's Grey Matter. Dive deeper into this intriguing resemblance and explore the formidable nature of the goat-like Nightlord.
Elden Ring Nightreign Libra Boss Reveal Gameplay
It’s Hero Time?
As Elden Ring Nightreign approaches its eagerly awaited release, FromSoftware tantalized fans with a glimpse of one of its bosses, Libra, the "Creature of Night." Unveiled on May 6 via IGN, this gameplay footage showcases one of the 8 Nightlords, highlighting Libra's challenging nature reminiscent of FromSoftware's signature difficulty.
Libra's design, while menacing with its devastating speed and attacks, caught the eye of fans for another reason: its striking resemblance to Grey Matter from the popular animated series Ben 10. This comparison, sparked by Libra's seemingly large eyes—actually bells hanging from his horns—has become a topic of amusement and discussion across platforms like YouTube and Reddit. Despite the humorous comparisons, Libra promises to be a formidable opponent in the game.
Madness!
The gameplay footage also reveals Libra's ability to induce madness, afflicting players with the Madness Status Effect, which drains health and focus points while stunning them. This mechanic underscores the importance of teamwork, given Libra's wide-ranging area-of-effect attacks and complex patterns.
Before engaging Libra, players can interact with the Scale-bearing Merchant, who offers boosts in strength, resistance to ailments, or the ability to stave off death. The choice to make a deal or not directly affects the encounter, as the Merchant transforms into Libra, shedding his disguise to reveal his true form.
As the battle unfolds, Libra unleashes an increasingly dangerous array of attacks. He starts with spell-casting and area-of-effect sigils, escalating to berserk melee attacks and enhanced madness-based spells as his health depletes.
With the game's release just around the corner, FromSoftware continues to build anticipation by revealing more about Elden Ring Nightreign's innovative approach to multiplayer in the Souls genre. The recent overview trailer provided insights into the game's lore, gameplay mechanics, and features.
Elden Ring Nightreign is slated for release on May 30, 2025, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay tuned for more updates by checking out our article below!
