Unveiling the Ultimate Game-Changer in FromSoftware's Next Masterpiece - Elden Ring Exclusive Feature!

Following the remarkable success of Elden Ring, FromSoftware must elevate its game to build upon this strong foundation in its upcoming title. While there are numerous lessons to be learned from Elden Ring's triumph, there is one unconventional aspect that FromSoftware must not overlook when crafting its next Soulslike experience. The inclusion of the Mimic's Veil item introduces an element of surprise and often humorous situations, injecting a fresh twist into Elden Ring's PvP multiplayer formula that must be replicated in the game's successor.

Multiplayer PvP and invasions have long been a vital mechanic in FromSoftware's Soulslike games, starting from the original Demon Souls. These mechanics allow players to enter another player's world with the intent of defeating them for a reward. Engaging in this mechanic also exposes players to the risk of being invaded themselves, requiring them to be prepared for unexpected combat against other players. While previous FromSoftware titles have incorporated this mechanic in various ways, the Mimic's Veil item in Elden Ring amplifies the tension of invasions by enabling invaders to disguise themselves as common objects, thereby heightening the element of surprise.

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To access Elden Ring's PvP system, players need either a Bloody Finger or a Duelist's Furled Finger. However, for a stealthier and more comedic approach to combat, players may also consider obtaining the Mimic's Veil. By expending 6 FP, the Mimic's Veil allows players to disguise themselves as nearby objects, rendering them undetectable as long as they remain still. This item adds an element of amusement to PvP invasions, as players can sneak up on unsuspecting targets while appearing as trees or crates.

The Mimic's Veil can be found in Stormveil Castle in Elden Ring, just above the location of the Grafted Scion enemy. It is available early in the game, providing players with an opportunity to acquire it relatively quickly. However, the accompanying item, Crepus's Vial, which eliminates sound from footsteps, is not obtainable until players complete an assassination quest from Volcano Manor later in the game. By combining these two items, players can invade opponents with a hilarious level of incognito, as well as gain an advantage in catching their target off guard.

There have been humorous instances where players of Elden Ring have used the Mimic's Veil with varying degrees of success. The next game from FromSoftware could enhance this item by allowing players to not only mimic inanimate objects, but also animals, non-hostile creatures, NPCs, or even enemy characters. The idea of a player infiltrating someone else's game while disguised as the iconic FromSoftware character Patches is both amusing and unnerving, as it would cause players to distrust everything they encounter. Building upon Elden Ring's addition of the Colosseum mechanic in the December 2022 update, the next game could potentially allow multiple invaders to roam the entire world of the game. This expanded system would create exciting opportunities for hide-and-seek gameplay, with players freely using Mimic's Veils. Currently, multiplayer interactions are confined to the Colosseum areas in Elden Ring, so expanding upon this concept would likely have to wait for a sequel. This further emphasizes the need for a Mimic's Veil-like item in the next installment.

Elden Ring is available for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.