What Ending Would Melina Want?
Melina would want the Age of Order ending, where she does not die and the Elden Ring is restored, as this ending aligns with her goal of supporting the Tarnished in becoming the new Elden Lord and bringing order to the Lands Between. This ending is achieved by using the Curse of the Frenzied Flame to burn the Erdtree, while also completing Millicent’s quest line and acquiring the Curse-Ridding Needle, allowing Melina to be spared from sacrificing herself.
Understanding Melina’s Motivations
To understand what ending Melina would want, it’s essential to examine her motivations and goals throughout the game. Melina’s primary objective is to support the Tarnished in becoming the new Elden Lord, and she is willing to go to great lengths to achieve this goal.
Melina’s Relationship with the Tarnished
Melina’s relationship with the Tarnished is complex and multifaceted. She is fiercely loyal to the Tarnished and will stop at nothing to ensure their success, even if it means sacrificing herself.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the standard Elden Ring ending?
The standard Elden Ring ending is achieved by defeating the Elden Beast, walking over to Fractured Marika, and choosing to mend the Elden Ring, resulting in the Tarnished becoming the new Elden Lord.
2. How can I achieve the Age of Order ending?
To achieve the Age of Order ending, you must use the Curse of the Frenzied Flame to burn the Erdtree, while also completing Millicent’s quest line and acquiring the Curse-Ridding Needle.
3. What happens to Melina if I save her?
If you save Melina by taking her place as the sacrifice to light the Erdtree, she will hate you forever because you will have obtained the Frenzied Flame from Three Fingers.
4. Is Ranni good or evil?
Ranni is a morally grey character, and her ending is considered the “best possible outcome” of all the game’s endings.
5. Why does Melina hate the Three Fingers?
Melina hates the Three Fingers because she wants to burn the Erdtree and would rather serve as kindling than see the Tarnished become the Lord of Frenzied Flame.
6. Are Ranni and Melina connected?
Ranni and Melina are connected as spirits, and there is a theory that they are sisters, with Ranni being a doll-bodied spirit and Melina being a demigod.
7. Why is one of Melina’s eyes closed?
One of Melina’s eyes is closed because, as a demigod, she lost a part of her soul when she was stripped of her Great Rune, resulting in a wounded or closed eye.
8. Is Melina a Finger Maiden?
Melina is not a true Finger Maiden because she is the daughter of Queen Marika and a demigod, unlike the Finger Maidens who serve the Tarnished.
9. Is Ranni’s ending a bad ending?
Ranni’s ending, the Age of Stars, is considered a good ending, as it leaves the Lands Between better than it was found.
10. Does removing the Frenzied Flame bring back Melina?
Removing the Frenzied Flame does not bring back Melina if she has already burned the Erdtree, but if you accept the Frenzied Flame before burning the Erdtree and get its ending, Melina will appear in a short cutscene, promising to kill you.
11. Does it matter if Melina dies?
Melina’s death does not significantly impact the game’s story, as she will reappear after a certain point, and her death can even provide a benefit, such as replenishing the player’s health.
12. Can you betray Melina in Elden Ring?
Yes, you can betray Melina and the Maiden in Black, leading to a bad ending in the game.
13. What happens to Melina after the Frenzied Flame ending?
After the Frenzied Flame ending, Melina will appear in a short cutscene, promising to kill you, if you accepted the Frenzied Flame before burning the Erdtree.
14. Should I summon Ranni or touch Marika?
To achieve Ranni’s ending, you should summon her instead of touching Marika’s head after defeating the Elden Beast.
15. Is Radagon Melina’s father?
There are hints in the game suggesting that Radagon might be Melina’s father, as Melina shares a similar naming convention with Radagon’s other children, such as Malenia and Miquella.