The Weapon of the Lord of Frenzied Flame: Incantations, Chaos, and the Frenzied Flame Seal
The Lord of Frenzied Flame, at their core, wields incantations fueled by the raw, chaotic energy of the Frenzied Flame. While they might brandish physical weapons in battle, their true power lies in channeling this destructive force through faith. The primary weapon that facilitates this is the Frenzied Flame Seal, a catalyst that significantly enhances these chaotic incantations, making them far more potent. This seal acts as a conduit, amplifying the inherent madness and devastation associated with the Frenzied Flame, allowing the player to become a walking engine of destruction.
Understanding the Frenzied Flame Seal
The Frenzied Flame Seal is more than just a tool; it’s a symbol of devotion to the Three Fingers and their desire to burn away all that exists. Unlike other seals that scale with traditional Faith or split scaling, the Frenzied Flame Seal scales primarily with Faith. This focus makes it ideal for builds specifically designed to embrace the madness and destruction of the Frenzied Flame incantations.
How the Frenzied Flame Seal Works
The seal’s effectiveness hinges on the user’s Faith stat. The higher the Faith, the greater the scaling bonus it provides, directly impacting the damage output of Frenzied Flame incantations. Additionally, the seal specifically enhances incantations of the frenzied flame, further amplifying their destructive potential. This specialization is what sets it apart from other seals and makes it the definitive weapon of the Lord of Frenzied Flame.
Identifying as the Lord of Frenzied Flame
To identify as the Lord of Frenzied Flame, one must understand what the Three Fingers represent, which is a stark alternative to the path most Tarnished choose. Many seek to become Elden Lord, which mostly means carrying on a legacy of what is already there. Being the Lord of Frenzied Flame calls upon one to destroy everything, with the hope that a better future may come from the ashes.
The Power of Frenzied Flame Incantations
The true strength of the Lord of Frenzied Flame isn’t just in the seal, but in the incantations it empowers. These spells are characterized by their chaotic nature, unpredictable movements, and devastating area-of-effect potential. Some key incantations associated with this path include:
- Flame of Frenzy: Summons a barrage of frenzied flames from the caster’s eyes, causing madness buildup in enemies.
- Frenzied Burst: A long-range projectile that inflicts massive damage and madness.
- Unendurable Frenzy: Channels the Frenzied Flame into a continuous stream of madness, melting enemies and causing extreme devastation.
- Howl of Shabriri: Increases the player’s damage while drawing aggression from enemies.
These incantations, when boosted by the Frenzied Flame Seal, create a terrifying combination of damage and madness buildup, capable of overwhelming even the toughest opponents. Embracing this playstyle means accepting a path of utter destruction, a complete rejection of the Golden Order and its principles.
Embracing the Chaos: The Lord of Frenzied Flame’s Mindset
Becoming the Lord of Frenzied Flame isn’t just about wielding powerful incantations; it’s about adopting a specific mindset. This path requires the Tarnished to fully embrace the chaos and madness that the Frenzied Flame represents. This means rejecting the established order, challenging the Greater Will, and ultimately choosing to burn the world in the hope of creating something new.
This decision is not without its consequences. Melina, the player’s Finger Maiden, will abandon them upon embracing the Frenzied Flame, and even vow to deliver death. This exemplifies the divisive nature of this path and the sacrifices required to become the Lord of Frenzied Flame.
The Symbolic Significance
The Frenzied Flame itself, and by extension the seal and incantations associated with it, is a potent symbol within the game’s lore. It represents a radical alternative to the established order, a rejection of fate, and an embrace of complete freedom. This freedom, however, comes at the cost of utter destruction. The Three Fingers, the source of the Frenzied Flame, are presented as an opposing force to the Two Fingers, who represent the Golden Order. This conflict highlights the fundamental tension between order and chaos, control and freedom, that lies at the heart of Elden Ring’s narrative.
The character of Ranni also presents a similar choice to the Frenzied Flame, albeit with a drastically different methodology. While Ranni does not call for the destruction of the world, as the Lord of Frenzied Flame does, her Age of the Stars does still allow for the departure of the Greater Will, and thus provides a more peaceful solution. More information on the analysis of different games can be found on the Games Learning Society website, https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/.
Conclusion: A Path of Destruction and Potential
The weapon of the Lord of Frenzied Flame is, therefore, not a single object, but a combination of the Frenzied Flame Seal and the devastating Frenzied Flame incantations, all fueled by unwavering Faith. This combination allows the player to become a harbinger of chaos, capable of burning away the old world and potentially paving the way for something new, however terrible. The price, however, is steep: the rejection of allies, the embrace of madness, and the potential destruction of everything the player has fought to protect. It’s a high-risk, high-reward path that exemplifies the complex moral choices at the heart of Elden Ring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Lord of Frenzied Flame
What does becoming the Lord of Frenzied Flame do?
Becoming the Lord of Frenzied Flame triggers a specific ending where the player, having embraced the power of the Three Fingers, burns the Erdtree and essentially destroys the Lands Between, paving the way for a potential rebirth of the world. It is considered one of the “bad” endings.
What is the power of the Frenzied Flame?
The Frenzied Flame is a chaotic force that seeks to undo all that the Greater Will and the Golden Order have created. It manifests as powerful incantations that inflict damage and madness.
What does removing the Frenzied Flame do?
Removing the Frenzied Flame, done by using Miquella’s Needle in Dragonlord Placidusax’s arena, allows the player to avoid the Lord of Frenzied Flame ending and pursue other endings in the game.
Why does the Frenzied Flame have 3 fingers?
The Three Fingers are considered the antithesis of the Two Fingers, who represent the Golden Order and the Greater Will. The Three Fingers are agents of chaos and the source of the Frenzied Flame’s power.
Does removing Frenzied Flame bring back Melina?
If Melina burns the Erdtree and you then accept the Frenzied Flame, she will not reappear. If you accept the Frenzied Flame before burning the Erdtree, and do not remove it, she will appear in a cutscene, vowing to kill you.
Is Frenzied Flame a bad ending?
The Frenzied Flame ending is generally considered one of the “bad” endings because it results in the destruction of the Lands Between and everything within it.
Which Elden Ring ending is best?
The “best” ending is subjective, but the Age of the Stars ending, where the player replaces Marika with Ranni, is often considered a more thoughtful and less destructive option compared to others.
Is Ranni good or evil?
Ranni’s morality is complex. While she opposes the Greater Will, her actions are driven by a desire for freedom and a new order, making her a morally grey character rather than purely evil.
Why is the Frenzied Flame evil?
The Frenzied Flame is seen as evil because it seeks to destroy all that exists, representing pure chaos and the antithesis of order.
Is the Lord of Frenzied Flame a God?
The Lord of Frenzied Flame is not a god, but rather a vessel for the power of the Frenzied Flame, which is itself associated with an Outer God that embodies chaos.
Is Lord of Frenzied Flame a good ending?
The Lord of Frenzied Flame ending is cool, however, it is seen to result in the destruction of the world, and does not guarantee a better future.
What is the hardest ending in Elden Ring?
The Frenzied Flame ending is one of the hardest to achieve, as it requires specific actions and often involves going against the guidance of key characters like Melina.
Are the three fingers evil?
While the Three Fingers represent chaos, their actions are presented as a direct response to the oppressive order of the Greater Will. This places them in a morally ambiguous light, rather than simply being evil.
Is Frenzied Flame the worst ending?
Many players consider the Frenzied Flame ending to be the “worst” due to its destructive nature and the abandonment of the player by Melina.
Why is Melina’s eye closed?
The exact reason is unknown, but theories suggest it could be tied to the Dark Moon, representing her opposition to the Golden Order. This is purely speculative.