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Elden Ring Fan's Epic Endurance: A Hitless Messmer Daily Grind Until Nightreign

An Elden Ring enthusiast has embarked on a seemingly Herculean task: a daily, hitless defeat of the notoriously difficult Messmer boss, a challenge that will continue until the release of the upcoming co-op spin-off, Elden Ring: Nightreign. This ambitious undertaking began on December 16th, 2024, and will continue until Nightreign's 2025 launch.

The surprise announcement of Nightreign at The Game Awards 2024, following previous statements from FromSoftware about Shadow of the Erdtree being the final Elden Ring expansion, has generated significant excitement. This fan's challenge serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of Elden Ring, three years after its initial release, and a unique way to build anticipation for the new title.

YouTuber chickensandwich420 is documenting this grueling feat. The challenge's difficulty stems not only from the consistent, daily requirement of defeating Messmer, a notoriously challenging boss from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, but also from the "hitless" condition—requiring flawless execution each and every time. While hitless runs are common within the FromSoftware community, the sheer repetition of this challenge transforms it into an impressive test of endurance and skill.

The Elden Ring community thrives on challenge runs, pushing the boundaries of gameplay with increasingly difficult self-imposed limitations. From completing entire games without taking damage to conquering specific bosses under extreme restrictions, the creativity and dedication of the fanbase are constantly on display. The unique boss designs and expansive world of Elden Ring provide fertile ground for these creative challenges, promising even more impressive feats once Nightreign arrives.

Nightreign's release date remains unconfirmed, but its anticipated 2025 launch fuels the excitement surrounding this unique, ongoing challenge. The spin-off promises a new direction for the Elden Ring universe, focusing on cooperative gameplay, a departure from the primarily solo experience of the original game. The fan's dedication to this arduous task mirrors the community's anticipation for the next chapter in the Elden Ring saga.