Why Don’t Miquella and Malenia Have Shadows?
Miquella and Malenia, the twin Empyreans in the Elden Ring universe, are unique in that they do not have shadows, which are typically granted to Empyreans by the Two Fingers as loyal vassals. The reason for their lack of shadows is likely due to their curses, which set them apart from other Empyreans, with Miquella’s curse being the inability to age and Malenia’s curse being the Scarlet Rot that afflicts her body.
Background and Context
To understand why Miquella and Malenia don’t have shadows, it’s essential to delve into their backstory and the Elden Ring lore. Miquella and Malenia were born from the unholy union of Marika and Radagon, who were two parts of a single god. This union had severe unintended consequences for both siblings, leading to their respective curses.
Curses and Shadows
The Greater Will may have decided not to grant Miquella and Malenia shadows due to their curses, particularly Malenia’s connection to the Outer God of Scarlet Rot, which the Greater Will might view as an enemy. This decision could be seen as a way to prevent the shadows from being influenced by the curses or to maintain balance in the Lands Between.
FAQs
1. What is an Empyrean shadow?
An Empyrean shadow is a shadowbound beast granted by the Two Fingers to serve as a loyal vassal to an Empyrean. These shadows are incapable of treachery but can go mad if their masters resist the will of the Fingers.
2. Is Radahn an Empyrean?
No, Radahn is not an Empyrean in the classical sense, as he is not born of a single god. Instead, he is a demigod, and his birth is a result of a different circumstance.
3. Why is Miquella in a cocoon?
Miquella is in a cocoon because he is trying to age and grow into adulthood. His curse prevents him from aging naturally, so he uses the cocoon as a means to facilitate his growth.
4. Is Malenia Radahn’s sister?
Yes, Malenia and Radahn are siblings, albeit not twins. They are demigods with different mothers, and their relationship is complex and influenced by their respective curses and roles in the Elden Ring universe.
5. Is Malenia immune to Scarlet Rot?
No, Malenia is not immune to Scarlet Rot. While she has a high resistance to it due to being afflicted with the rot, she is not completely immune and can still be affected by it under certain conditions.
6. Why did Mohg want Miquella?
Mohg wanted Miquella because he aimed to raise Miquella to full godhood and make him his consort, creating a new dynasty and taking the role of monarch.
7. Why did Mohg kidnap Miquella?
Mohg kidnapped Miquella to prevent him from growing and fulfilling his potential without Mohg’s influence. Mohg wanted to control Miquella’s growth and use him for his own purposes.
8. What curse does Miquella have?
Miquella‘s curse is the inability to age. His body is eternally stuck in a state of childhood, preventing him from growing into adulthood.
9. Did Malenia infect Radahn?
Yes, Malenia‘s actions during their battle led to Radahn being infected with the Scarlet Rot. However, Radahn could not die due to the Rune of Death being stolen.
10. Is Miquella alive in the egg?
Miquella appears to be alive and sleeping within his cocoon or egg, according to notes in the game. His condition is mysterious, and his potential to awaken and play a further role in the Elden Ring universe is left open to interpretation.
11. What is the relationship between Mohg and Miquella?
Mohg and Miquella‘s relationship is complex, with Mohg having kidnapped Miquella to raise him as his own and potentially marry him once Miquella reaches adulthood.
12. Why did Malenia turn into a flower?
Malenia‘s Scarlet Flower blooms in times of extreme stress, granting her immense power but also increasing the Scarlet Rot within her body.
13. Is Millicent a clone of Malenia?
Millicent is not a direct clone of Malenia but is instead considered a daughter and extension of Malenia, created from the Scarlet Aeonia.
14. Are Ranni and Malenia related?
Ranni and Malenia are not directly related, but they are connected through their roles in the Elden Ring universe and their interactions with other characters.
15. Who is the true villain in Elden Ring?
The true villain of Elden Ring can be interpreted in different ways, as the game’s narrative is complex and open to player interpretation. The Tarnished can make choices that lead to various outcomes, each with its own moral implications.