Elden Ring fans are eagerly anticipating the release of "Shadow of the Erdtree," an expansion promising over 10 new bosses to challenge even the most experienced Soulslike players. However, amidst the excitement for these formidable new adversaries, attention has turned to a less celebrated aspect of Elden Ring Runes the game: its feathered foes.

If you were to ask Elden Ring enthusiasts about their favorite part of the game, it's unlikely that "fighting the birds" would top anyone's list. The existing avian enemies, like the infamous Warhawks in Stormveil Castle and the menacing Monstrous Crows of Caelid, have gained notoriety for their ability to disrupt and frustrate players with sudden attacks and tricky maneuvers. While they may not be the toughest enemies in terms of raw strength, their capacity to cause annoyance is unmatched.

Now, with the upcoming release of "Shadow of the Erdtree," a new breed of feathered enemy has been revealed in promotional images shared by Elden Ring publisher Bandai Namco. These creatures boast impressively long and sharp talons, sparking concern among the community that they may continue the tradition of avian annoyance.

The community's reaction has been mixed, to say the least. For those who have a deep-seated aversion to Elden Ring's bird enemies, the prospect of facing more of them is met with dread and sarcastic resignation. "Oh great, more birds with talons. Just what I needed," laments one disgruntled player. Another echoes this sentiment, recalling the relative ease of dealing with avian adversaries in best place to buy elden ring items other FromSoftware titles like Bloodborne.