Which Millicent Talisman Reigns Supreme in Elden Ring?
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So, you’ve stumbled into the fascinating, tragic, and often frustrating questline of Millicent in Elden Ring, and now you’re faced with a critical decision: which talisman is truly better, Millicent’s Prosthesis or the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia? The answer, as is often the case in the Lands Between, isn’t as straightforward as it seems. It depends entirely on your build, playstyle, and ultimate goals.
The short answer is that the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia is generally considered the stronger talisman for builds that can consistently trigger its effect, while Millicent’s Prosthesis offers a more consistent and versatile benefit.
The Tale of Two Talismans: A Deep Dive
Let’s break down each talisman and examine their strengths:
Millicent’s Prosthesis: Dexterity and Aggression
This talisman provides two distinct benefits:
- +5 Dexterity: This is a direct stat boost, increasing your damage with Dexterity-scaling weapons, improving your casting speed for sorceries and incantations, and enhancing your resistance to being knocked off Torrent. This is a passive, always-on benefit, making it valuable in any situation.
- Raises Attack Power with Successive Attacks: This secondary effect is where things get interesting. Similar to the Winged Sword Insignia family of talismans, it provides a stacking attack power boost with each consecutive hit. However, the increase is smaller than the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia.
The key advantage of Millicent’s Prosthesis lies in its consistent utility. The Dexterity boost is always active, regardless of your combat situation. This makes it a reliable choice for any build that utilizes Dexterity.
Rotten Winged Sword Insignia: Unleash the Fury
This talisman focuses entirely on boosting attack power with successive attacks. It grants a significantly larger damage increase than Millicent’s Prosthesis when its effect is fully stacked.
The downside? It only provides this damage boost. There are no passive stat increases or other benefits. Furthermore, the effect is fleeting. If you stop attacking or get hit, the bonus resets, forcing you to build it up again. This makes it ideal for aggressive builds that can maintain a relentless offensive, such as those centered around fast-attacking weapons like katanas, twinblades, or curved swords.
Which Talisman is Better for You?
To truly determine which talisman is “better” for you, consider these factors:
- Your Build: Are you running a pure Dexterity build? Millicent’s Prosthesis provides a welcome boost to your existing strengths. Do you heavily invest in other stats and need a damage boost? Rotten Winged Sword Insignia might be the better choice if you can reliably trigger its effect.
- Your Playstyle: Are you an aggressive player who likes to constantly attack? Rotten Winged Sword Insignia will shine in your hands. Do you prefer a more measured, tactical approach? Millicent’s Prosthesis offers a more consistent benefit regardless of your offensive frequency.
- The Boss/Encounter: Some bosses are easier to overwhelm with constant attacks, making the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia a powerful choice. Others require more patience and careful timing, where the consistent Dexterity boost of Millicent’s Prosthesis might be more valuable.
- Other Talismans: Consider how each talisman synergizes with your other equipment. If you already have talismans that boost attack power, the additional Dexterity from Millicent’s Prosthesis might be more beneficial.
The “Get Both” Strategy
Of course, the ideal scenario is to acquire both talismans. This is possible by assisting Millicent with defeating the invaders then killing Millicent after reloading the area. This allows you to adapt to different situations and maximize your damage potential.
The Moral Dilemma
Choosing between helping or betraying Millicent adds an emotional layer to this decision. Assisting her unlocks a valuable item (Rotten Winged Sword Insignia) and allows you to complete her questline, which is crucial for unlocking certain endings and rewards. Betraying her grants Millicent’s Prosthesis immediately but locks you out of the questline. The ethical considerations are entirely up to you, but keep in mind the broader implications for your game’s story.
Beyond the Talismans: Gowry’s Influence and the Scarlet Rot
Don’t forget the connection between Millicent, Gowry, and Malenia. Gowry plays a vital role in Millicent’s quest, and choosing to betray her will lead to his death. Also, remember Millicent’s lineage as a bud of Malenia, Blade of Miquella. Her struggle with the Scarlet Rot ties into the larger lore of the game.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can you get both Rotten Winged Sword Insignia and Millicent’s Prosthesis in a single playthrough?
Yes! By assisting Millicent with defeating the invaders then killing her after reloading the area, you can obtain both talismans in a single playthrough.
2. What talisman does Millicent drop if you kill her?
Millicent drops Millicent’s Prosthesis if you kill her at any point after giving her the Valkyrie Prosthesis.
3. Should I challenge or summon Millicent?
Assisting Millicent allows you to complete the questline and get the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia. Challenging her grants Millicent’s Prosthesis immediately but ends her questline. Choosing to assist her and then killing her allows you to get both Talismans.
4. Is Millicent Malenia’s daughter?
Millicent is considered a bud or offshoot of Malenia, essentially making her both a daughter and an extension of her.
5. What is Millicent weak to?
Like other NPC enemies, Millicent is vulnerable to jump attacks and can have her own attacks interrupted if you strike before she pulls them off.
6. Is Millicent’s Prosthesis a good talisman?
Yes! The talisman is a better increase to damage and it allows you to do the needle quest which gives you a somber ancient dragon stone.
7. Can you get invaded by Millicent?
Yes, Millicent can invade you in the Swamp of Aeonia.
8. Can you get the Flock’s Canvas Talisman if you help Millicent?
Yes, the Flock’s Canvas Talisman can be obtained from Sage Gowry at the end of the questline, but only if you choose the ending where she dies.
9. Can you get the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia if you kill Millicent?
No, you need to complete the questline and choose to assist her to acquire the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia. You can then kill her to get both Talismans.
10. How do you get Millicent’s Prosthesis fast?
Kill Millicent any time after you have given her the Valkyrie’s Prosthesis.
11. Should you aid or betray Millicent?
It depends on your preference. Aiding Millicent gets you the Rotten Winged Sword Insignia and allows you to finish the questline. Betraying Millicent gets you Millicent’s Prosthesis immediately and prevents finishing the questline. To get both, assist her, then kill her after she appears at the summoning stones.
12. Should I give Millicent the arm?
Yes, you must give Millicent the Valkyrie’s Prosthesis to progress her questline.
13. Does killing Millicent as an invader stop the quest?
Yes, killing Millicent as an invader prematurely ends her quest.
14. What does Millicent drop when she invades you?
Millicent does not drop anything when she invades you. Millicent does drop Millicent’s Prosthesis when you invade her.
15. Is Millicent’s quest worth it?
Yes, Millicent’s quest is worth it because it unlocks a different Elden Ring ending and helps you in your journey.
Final Verdict
Ultimately, the “better” talisman is the one that best complements your build and playstyle. Experiment with both, consider their pros and cons, and make a decision that aligns with your goals in the Lands Between. Remember, this is your journey, Tarnished. Embrace the choices, and may your Elden Ring be ever victorious!