Elden Ring Randomizer Race Presentation Notes

Challenge Overview

• Participants: Speaker and friend Chris
• Format: One Two Three
  • 1 Great Rune to unlock Leyndell
  • 2 Great Runes to unlock Mountaintops
  • 3 Great Runes to unlock the final boss
• Previous Stakes: Loser had to stream with text above their head
• New Stakes: Loser must complete the One Chip Challenge (eat the world's spiciest chip)

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Race Gameplay Recap

• Initial Strategy: Check major boss rewards, vanilla key item locations, and merchant shops
• Arcane Levels: Required 13 Arcane for weapon usage
• Gameplay Notes:
  • Zero percent bias in randomizer settings
  • Focused on checking key locations instead of random wandering
  • Developed plans to efficiently find Great Runes

Boss Encounters

• Notable Bosses Faced:
  • Godrick (high tankiness)
  • Ranalla (bleedable)
• Strategy: Use bleed mechanics, check merchant shops for upgrades
• Upgrade Plan: Aim for somber weapons and levels for progression
• Merchants: Critical to visit for upgrading weapons and acquiring resources

Final Stages of the Race

• Progress: Reached Altus in 40 minutes, acquired multiple somber levels
• Boss Strategy: Utilize bleed builds against tougher bosses
• Final Bosses: Encountered Radagon and Godskin Duo
  • Emphasis on dodging and exploiting bleed mechanics

Conclusion and Aftermath

• Race Outcome: Speaker defeated the final boss first
• Loser's Fate: Chris must complete the One Chip Challenge
• Overall Reflection: A challenging but fun race; highlights the importance of item management and strategy.