Elden Ring: Nightreign's The Forsaken Hollows DLC Announced
The new major DLC update for Elden Ring, titled The Forsaken Hollows, was revealed during the Sony State of Play livestream. It is scheduled for release on December 4th.
Returning and New Bosses
The trailer showcases familiar characters and introduces additional bosses, including the iconic Artorias from Dark Souls, highly requested by players. Alongside him are the Dancing Lion from the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion and a field boss version of the Gladius Nightlord.
New Playable Characters
- The Scholar: An academic with powerful arcane abilities who "gains incredible advantages through battlefield observation."
- The Undertaker: An abbess skilled in strength and faith, who "sends enemies to the afterlife with ruthless efficiency."
New Event: The Great Hollow
The DLC includes a new Shifting Earth event called The Great Hollow. This area features exotic temples, remains of an ancient civilization, and crystals that emit a cursed, life-draining miasma.
Mysterious Holy Knights
"In our war against the Night, every battle left a scar. These wounds were given will. A foul life, born of cast-away souls. Steel your resolve, Nightfarers. This hunt must be seen to its end."
This message was shared on Elden Ring's official social media account, referencing the golden-spear-wielding holy knights seen in the trailer.
Author's Summary
The Forsaken Hollows DLC for Elden Ring brings back the legendary Artorias boss, introduces new characters and bosses, and expands the lore with a mysterious new event and haunting enemies.