Elden Ring has shot up in popularity to become the most well-known and beloved game of 2022 so far, and it's easy to see why this is the case. FromSoftware's collaboration with George R. R. Martin has worked wonders, with Elden Ring becoming far more mainstream and popular than any of the company's previous offerings.

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As is the case with most FromSoftware titles, there are several ways in which the average Tarnished has suffered their demise in Elden Ring. For the most part, most of these deaths are pretty common due to how the game is structured and the mistakes that beginners will make in their run. The most notable examples of the lot are mentioned below, with Elden Ring players being well aware of these deaths that the vast majority have suffered during their journey through the Lands Between.

10 Falling Off A Cliff

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Perhaps the most common death in Elden Ring has to be the act of falling off a cliff. It's a game over so inescapable that most Elden Ring players just accept this fate without really complaining too much about it.

After all, there are several circumstances that can lead to the Tarnished's death from falling, and most of these happen due to player negligence or poorly timed jumps. One of the first skills Elden Ring teaches players is being aware of their surroundings to prevent this situation from happening.

9 Being Forcefully Dismounted And Stunned

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Torrent is one of the best mounts in video game history, appearing at a moment's notice and making the journey across the Lands Between way faster and more convenient. Running to and escaping from threats in the game is incredibly easy!

However, players can actually be dismounted from Torrent and put in an extremely vulnerable position. During this moment, they can be caught in a highly-damaging ground attack by enemies or just be peppered with attacks while they slowly get up.

8 Trying To Fight A Boss While Being Extremely Underleveled

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Elden Ring is so vast and gives players so much freedom that they can tackle most objectives in any order they prefer. However, this can work against the player due to the nature in which bosses are structured in the game.

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As a result, players might tackle bosses that are well above their level and get completely annihilated in the process. Thankfully, people who suffer this roadblock can just get stronger while roaming the Lands Between and taking care of some other threats in the process.

7 Being Transported To Caelid

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During their journey through Limgrave, players can potentially reach a chest that actually serves as a trap. It teleports players to Caelid, which is a high-level area with enemies that will absolutely destroy the player in one fell swoop.

Running around this area until a Site of Grace is found is a great strategy, although players might not last that long. After all, a single shot is all it takes to destroy the player.

6 Getting Caught In A Grab Attack

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Grab attacks are notorious in Soulsborne games. Players who get caught in these ultra-powerful attacks generally need to resign themselves to the fact that their death is imminent, with only a miracle preventing their demise in this situation.

Elden Ring is no exception to this rule. While players can mash buttons to try and free themselves, these grab attacks are so strong and damaging that the chances of survival are slim at best.

5 Suffering From A Status Effect That Drains Health

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If Elden Ring wasn't hard enough as is, there are also several status effects that can debilitate the player during their journey. Notable examples include Poison, Scarlet Rot, and Hemorrhage.

Given how tough the combat of Elden Ring already is from the get-go, it's easy to see why these status effects can be such a pain to deal with. Besting a tough enemy only to be taken out by a negative status effect always feels horrible.

4 Following The Tips Of A Troll

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The online mechanics of Elden Ring lead to players working together as they try and get through the Lands Between. However, there are times when the messages left by players are more comedic than helpful.

Of course, players won't really laugh if they believe the words of a troll who tells them to jump to their death for non-existent treasure. In fact, it'll actually be one of the most frustrating deaths that someone will have to deal with in this game. Do not be too trusting.

3 Being Killed By An Invader

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Speaking of multiplayer, there are times when players might be invaded by other enemies who are looking for a challenge. This can lead to intense encounters where only the most skilled Tarnished around will emerge victorious.

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Given how tough battles against human opponents can be, an invader can quickly kill the player if they get outmatched in terms of skill. It's a shame, but these deaths are bound to happen at some point or the other.

2 Getting Greedy During Combat

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The most common death in Elden Ring that players will experience is obviously during the heat of combat. Elden Ring is a game that prioritizes self-preservation and stamina management, so players who fail to take both these aspects into account will die sooner rather than later.

Players who get greedy while fighting enemies in the game will get the short end of the stick almost all the time. After all, Elden Ring rewards smart combat and punishes people who blindly attack without really thinking of the consequences.

1 Panic Healing And Getting Caught In An Enemy's Attack

A player using the Flask of Crimson Tears to heal in Elden Ring

Players who get hit multiple times during a battle will need to heal if they don't want to get killed by the next enemy attack. However, the timing of this heal is also very important to ensure survivability in the game.

Chugging a Flask of Crimson Tears right in the enemy's face is a recipe for disaster, with the restored health going away in one fell swoop and rendering it useless. Players should try and maintain their distance, otherwise, their panic heal can lead to their demise instead.

Elden Ring is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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