Frillian in the Elden Ring

She looked around and saw that everything was still peaceful, as if the fierce conflict just now had no chance of breaking the long silence of Kalia Castle.

Melina pointed to a place not far away and introduced:

"The royal family used to love to admire the moon in this area and hold lavish gatherings. Unfortunately, we haven't seen it in many years. Only the leaders and nobles remain."

When Fulilian came, she did see the small settlement from afar, and the residents were still living tenaciously.

Maps will not record those small settlements that migrate frequently, but that does not mean they no longer exist. In fact, they are still thriving in the lake area.

"I also feel that the vitality here is no less than that of Nimgfu."

Melina nodded. "If you can repair it, it proves that your magic is almost as good as a portion of the magic circle."

"It's not that exaggerated."

"Yes, but it will allow me to reconsider some things. For example, even if we capture the royal city, we won't be in a rush to meet the Circle of Magic... But it's too early to say anything now. Go to the Three Sisters Magician Tower ahead. Maybe you can find some clues there."

Before she could finish her words, she disappeared. Fulilian was used to this and continued moving forward.

Passing through the door of the pool courtyard, the view suddenly opens up to a large open space with countless mineral crystals standing there, shining brightly, making the night look like daytime.

There was nothing special during my wandering except finding [Great Kalia] on a corpse.

[Combat skills that are considered the symbol of the Kalia royal family]

[Transform the sword into a magical greatsword and swing it downwards]

[By charging and activating, it can be upgraded by two stages]

Just when she was about to conduct an experiment, she sensed that an unusually powerful individual was around the Three Sisters Tower.

dragon?

It was far more powerful than an average dragon, possessing the pyroxene reaction and presumably capable of using some related magic. However, it showed no hostility, merely glancing at the uninvited guest before lazily lying down to rest. So, there was no reason to provoke it.

The silver-haired girl walked up the gentle slope and looked back at the Kalia Castle, which seemed like a transit station guarding the real core of this place.

"Unless you investigate from the air, it's difficult to realize the hidden routes here... and with the addition of a lot of illusions, it's very hidden."

"Nice technique, was it Lani who did this?"

As a fellow magician, Fulilian couldn't help but compare the methods of both sides. At least she should not be able to match them in terms of position construction and illusion barriers.

After all, their styles are different. The Moon Princess has to avoid the two-fingered killer, while she often has to hunt down others.

Where should I go in such an open space?

The intersection is good, but unlike the previous few games, the magic scenes have a clear route, or a unique solution, and it all depends on how you explore.

So when Fulilian arrived in the new environment, she had to be on guard and look around.

The Three Sisters Towers are surrounded by illusions, minerals, and mist, a truly stunning sight, but in reality, they are a deceptive trap. This is likely a magical fortress, having weathered numerous attacks and defenses, yet its owner remains standing to this day.

Could it be that Two-Finger's intelligence network couldn't find Lani's whereabouts? What a joke! Even the newly arrived Faded One had gotten a clue.

Hiding requires strength.

She had never underestimated Lani when they first met at the Church of Eire. Even with her puppet body, she was very strong.

After meeting Lani, Bernal, and Grange, she had always believed that the borderland was terrifying, filled with experts, and that she would encounter a demigod-level enemy just by strolling around. Later, she realized that the people around her were not ordinary.

"There's nowhere to go. I'll ask the dragon."

The silver-haired girl turned around and said, "What do you think, Melina?"

"I heard that the royal family of Kalia once signed a contract with dragons, allowing them to summon and command them. You should be looking for that pyroxene dragon, and it has a powerful and ancient aura."

"He is both a member of the royal family and a golden demigod..."

“Yes, that’s why it’s so noble.”

Since the topic has come to this, Melina explains to Fulilian:

In terms of heritage, the Kalia Dynasty has a longer history, with a complex and deeply entrenched network of relationships. To be frank, without the marriage between Radagon and Lena, the Golden Dynasty's rule would not have been so smooth.

The demigods of the Kalia lineage possess the power to claim both sides, which is an added layer of nobility.

Given the tradition of the queen's rule, Lani must be chosen as the heir, so she can be called the lord of the entire Lake Lienia region.

It is said that the heart-sick Queen of the Full Moon has long stopped caring about government affairs. In a sense, Rani is the only member of the Kalia royal family who can exercise her power normally. It is no wonder that the nobles support her.

What's more, she possesses the law and is recognized by the two fingers as a god-man. She is a candidate for godhood, an indispensable element in the reconstruction of the border area, and an unavoidable member of the God-King co-governance system.

"do you understand?"

Melina frowned at Fulilian's nod, which seemed to understand.

"I don't quite understand these nobles and the royal family. The inheritance rights are even more complicated. I just know that they are important people."

"Indeed, but you don't need to be so modest. After all, you are a Shard King, the most powerful Faded One in existence, the Chosen One, the one desired by the Goddess Marika. Even if you lack bloodline, power is the greatest claim."

"Identity is identity, but navigating the borderland ultimately depends on strength. Too many people, knowing the gap, still have the courage to challenge. I like this—"

"Roar!"

The roar of the pyroxenon came towards them.

It bared its teeth at the silver-haired girl, crouching in a defensive posture, ready to spit at any moment, terrifying energy emanating from its lips and teeth. Its pupils shrank as it stared intently at its enemy.

With strength far exceeding that of an average flying dragon, it could see how terrifying Fulilian was, but it had to warn strangers.

"Are you protecting your master? Could you please convey your regards?"

The pyroxenon remained unmoved, with a look of caution written all over its face.

"If you're planning on challenging me, that's just fine. It'll actually make things easier. Just use your strength to knock on the door."

Before he finished speaking, his magic power rose sharply.

The people watching around couldn't help but feel ashamed. The Faded One, who had just defeated the Royal Guard Knight Loretta, was ready to fight again and didn't mind continuing the round-robin battle at all.

There is no false person under the great reputation.

Rumor has it that the new Fragment King, having emerged from the Princely Chapel, immediately sought out the Great Tree Guardians for a fight, continuing his journey all the way to Stonewell City. It was like the return of the original King of the Golden Tree, so it was no wonder the southern nobles flocked to him.

Suddenly, the pyroxenon raised its head and roared, then flew away, finally clearing the way.

Fulilian instinctively summoned the Loretta bow, only to see the opponent shaking his head violently, looking frightened and completely devoid of fighting spirit. He must have received a signal, and besides, she had no interest in fighting a target that had lost its fighting spirit. The priority was exploration.

She walked solemnly into the ancient building, and sure enough, the words "Lani Magician Tower" appeared. She had come to the right place.

Everywhere you look there are crystals and piles of books.

Even a cursory glance reveals that it contains a lot of knowledge about the border areas, and people who like magic books should have a lot in common.

go up.

Going up the stairs, I found a blessing point, and the decoration style was similar. Further ahead was an elevator. When I stepped on the mechanism, it started to move, and the height continued to rise.

“It doesn’t look very big from the outside, but it’s actually quite tall.”

After getting out of the elevator, it’s not the end. There is a staircase outside the window sill that goes around the tower. After turning the corner, you finally reach the highest point, a narrow attic filled with books.

The familiar figure in snow witch attire sat on a chair, arms crossed, appearing dignified and majestic. She raised her head, revealing the blue puppet face and the more vivid soul shadow face beside it, and smiled.

"Long time no see... Reina? Should I continue to call you that?"

"It was simply for convenience at the time. I never imagined we would continue our relationship later. Call me Lani. I'm glad to see you and Torret."

“There’s definitely a lot going on.”

"Putting aside the chaos you caused in Nimgerfu, I heard you even went to the entrance of the Magic Academy and caused a scene?"

"That's right, but I don't want to destroy the seal there. I want to find a better way to unlock it."

Fulilian showed the map she had obtained by accident.

"That should be where the key is. From what I know, there's a flying dragon guarding it year-round. If we drive it away, we'll get the key."

Lani changed the subject: "I hope you won't destroy the academy directly. I do have some connection to it."

"Of course not. Knowledge should be protected."

"By the way, what can I do for you? You don't want me to look at a map, do you?"

Her voice was stern and majestic, and most people might be intimidated by it.

The silver-haired girl said frankly, "I've heard a lot of rumors about things like Black Blade Night, the Death Curse, and the Law God. I'd like to hear the opinions of the people involved."

She didn't hide it, and there was no need to.

Lani was stunned by his generosity. She thought he would try to be evasive and change the subject, but he was honest.

"I can tell you. It's nothing serious anyway, and you helped me take care of Blaze... But it's not a topic we can talk about right away. We need some appropriate opportunity."

The implication is that there is not enough trust and both sides are still testing each other's positions.

Fulilian was thinking about starting a side quest. "I almost forgot, your summoning bell was a big help. Is there anything I can do? I'll just consider it as a return for your gift."

There must be a branch line!

Putting aside the message left by the previous advice, a player's intuition has already figured out the pattern.

How could a Moon Princess, a divine figure carrying the law, not have side quests? Fulilian even speculated that this might be a mainline event, something not to be missed.

So she unabashedly showed her willingness to help. Would she be suspected of having ulterior motives? Would she be too nosy? That was a joke. Why think so much when playing games? She just wanted to be honest and efficient.

"Lani, if you have a mission, just ask."

"You're so passionate."

The performance of the Faded One, whom she had only met once, made the doll girl look surprised, and her soul's face was full of doubts, but Frillian said it so generously.

Such a strong man has no need to engage in any conspiracy or calculation, and it is indeed in line with the usual style of the Soul Fire King.

She is the type to confront conspiracies head-on, so forget about planning one.

In a split second, Lani had already thought a lot:

First of all, there is no reason to reject the kindness of a Fragment King. Both parties can cooperate until they defeat General Shattered Star, and then they can continue if there is no conflict of interest.

Secondly, I should really learn about the Faded One, who is said to be the closest to the Elden Ring.

"...Your Majesty, your straightforwardness is admirable. Honestly, I'm surrounded by conspiracy and assassinated by two fingers. I'm about to embark on a path full of betrayal. Even so, you still want to participate?"

"How can we be afraid of such things in the border area? Besides, we Faded Ones will be treated as pawns when we accept the summons."

what?

Such a clear self-awareness left Lani speechless.

"you do not mind?"

"It doesn't matter. I only know that my path is to save the borderland. If I meet someone I like, I will seek their support and protect them. If I meet someone hostile, I will punish them if they hinder the world's recovery. As long as I have a clear ideal, any conspiracy will be exposed."

"I think I know why you became the Fragment King. In these thousands of years, no Faded One has ever possessed the courage to save the world."

"It's not that exaggerated. In the eyes of many people, I don't take my attitude seriously."

"Attitude is a self-consolation for those who lack strength. Action speaks louder than words. Your Majesty, you have already saved Nimgefu and the Weeping Peninsula. This achievement is witnessed by all, so I trust you."

After the conversation, Lani felt that the opposite side was full of light. She had been in the darkness for too long and started to become suspicious.

As a faded but brilliant one.

In this case, there are indeed more topics to talk about. Before officially cooperating, she decided to get to know each other little by little, and there is no rush to open the road to the Eternal City.

We'll talk about hunting down Two Fingers after the Eternal City opens.

"Flillian, you've been to the Round Table Hall and must have seen the two fingers there. What do you think? Do they look trustworthy?"

"He knows nothing about anything and is kept in the dark, making him useless."

I feel like it's not as good as the player's advice. Paying more attention to the information carved on the ground is worse than that guy. Apparently, the person in the Round Table Hall is a flawed being. Having spent so long in the Great Blessing's independent space, they didn't realize the sudden change.

pity.

He is obviously a messenger of God but he has become a useless person. In Fulilian's eyes, he is useless and can only be used to exchange for memories.

"I always feel that there are two fingers behind many events. I guess Queen Malika has realized something and is being so distant with these guys."

The silver-haired girl nodded, equally distrustful of Two Fingers. Anyone who had seen that eerie atmosphere would be wary of him. Rather, there were few good people in the entire Round Table Hall, and that was the source of Two Fingers and Sir Baizhi's conspiracy.

"By the way, let me take this opportunity to tell you about the Black Knife Night. As the mastermind behind it..."

Lani shared the details and interests of that year.

It's not that she completely trusts the Faded One, but it's also a test. It wouldn't be surprising even if Fulilian put the blame for the decline of the borderland on her head. In a sense, she is indeed guilty of a heinous crime.