Who Trained Malenia?
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Malenia was trained by the Blind Swordsman, a skilled warrior who possessed a flowing sword and taught her his unique, dance-like style of swordplay. The Blind Swordsman, who was given his flowing sword by a fairy, played a significant role in Malenia’s development as a warrior, despite being a potential foe due to their complicated history.
BackgroundInformation
To provide more insight into Malenia’s training and her character, let’s delve into some frequently asked questions about her and the world of Elden Ring.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- Who is Malenia’s mentor in Elden Ring? Malenia’s mentor in Elden Ring is the Blind Swordsman, who taught her how to wield a sword despite her Scarlet Rot affliction.
- Who created Malenia? Malenia was born to Queen Marika the Eternal and her second husband, the Elden Lord Radagon.
- Is Malenia blind? Yes, Malenia is blind due to the Scarlet Rot that infested her eyes.
Combat and Abilities
- Who is harder, Radahn or Malenia? Malenia is generally considered the harder boss, with some comparing her difficulty to that of Bloodborne’s Orphan of Kos and Dark Souls 3’s Sister Friede.
- Is Malenia immune to Scarlet Rot? No, Malenia is not immune to Scarlet Rot, but she has a high resistance to it, requiring 1,481 points of Scarlet Rot to trigger its effects on her.
Character Background
- Was Malenia born with Scarlet Rot? Yes, Malenia was born with Scarlet Rot, which has caused her significant pain and led to the decay of her body.
- How did Malenia lose her arm? Malenia lost her arm due to the Scarlet Rot that has been afflicting her since birth.
- Why is there a flower after killing Malenia? The flower that appears after killing Malenia is a Scarlet Rot flower, from which she will be reborn as a Valkyrie of Malenia.
Relationships and Lore
- Is Millicent a Malenia? Millicent is the daughter of Malenia, although their relationship is complex and influenced by the lore of Elden Ring.
- Why did Malenia bloom? Malenia blooms when her life is threatened or she is about to be defeated, releasing the Scarlet Rot as a last resort.
- Who is Ranni’s secret mentor? Ranni’s secret mentor is the Snow Witch, who taught her about cold and ice magic.
Elden Ring Lore
- Who is the outer god of rot? The Sealed God of Scarlet Rot is an Outer God associated with the corrupting Scarlet Rot.
- Is Malenia optional? Yes, fighting Malenia is optional, and she is considered a Demi-God type boss.
- Why is Caelid full of Scarlet Rot? Caelid is full of Scarlet Rot due to the battle between Malenia and Starscourge Radahn, which unleashed the disease and destroyed the region.
- Are Radahn and Malenia related? Yes, Radahn and Malenia are half-siblings, with Radahn being the son of Radagon and Rennala, and Malenia being the daughter of Radagon and Queen Marika.