Daily Elden Ring Player Vanquishes Messmer Damage-Free Until Nightreign

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

An Elden Ring enthusiast has embarked on an ambitious, arguably impossible, feat: defeating the notoriously difficult Messmer boss daily without taking a single hit, all leading up to the release of the upcoming co-op spin-off, Nightreign. This self-imposed challenge, initiated on December 16, 2024, will continue until Nightreign's launch in 2025.

Elden Ring's enduring popularity continues to captivate players, even as its third anniversary approaches. The game's intricate world and demanding yet rewarding combat system redefined FromSoftware's success, building upon their already established reputation for challenging gameplay. Unlike previous titles, Elden Ring's unforgiving open-world environment offered unparalleled freedom, fueling excitement since its initial reveal. This excitement hasn't waned, with the surprise announcement of the Elden Ring: Nightreign spin-off further igniting anticipation.

YouTuber chickensandwich420, the mastermind behind this incredible undertaking, aims to conquer Messmer, a formidable boss from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, flawlessly each day. While maintaining daily consistency presents a significant hurdle, the "hitless" requirement elevates the challenge to an extreme test of skill and endurance. Hitless runs are common in the FromSoftware community, but the sheer repetition of this task transforms it into a marathon of precision and patience.

Elden Ring's Community of Challenge Runners

Challenging self-imposed gameplay restrictions have become a hallmark of the FromSoftware experience. Fans consistently devise incredibly difficult tasks, often involving hitless boss battles or even complete game playthroughs. Some dedicated players have even conquered the entire FromSoftware catalog without taking damage. The intricate world design and boss mechanics of FromSoftware games fuel this creativity, promising even more elaborate challenges once Nightreign arrives.

The announcement of Elden Ring: Nightreign was a genuine surprise, revealed at The Game Awards 2024. This contradicted previous statements from developers who considered Shadow of the Erdtree the final Elden Ring expansion. Nightreign, however, offers a thrilling continuation of the Elden Ring universe, shifting focus to cooperative gameplay. While a precise release date remains unconfirmed, Nightreign is slated for a 2025 launch.