Just when I thought the Lands Between couldn't get any cooler, a fellow Tarnished drops this absolutely fire manga panel. I mean, come on, the Draconic Tree Sentinel? That dude gave me more trouble than my last final exam. Seeing him rendered in this raw, black-and-white sketch style hits different—it perfectly captures that chaotic, 'oh-crap-I'm-gonna-die' energy we all know and love from Elden Ring. It's wild to think this game, which dropped back in 2022 and swept the Game of the Year awards, is still inspiring this level of amazing fan art years later. Even the massive Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, which was such a big deal it got to compete for Game of the Year again in 2024, hasn't stolen the spotlight from the base game's iconic moments. This art is proof that the original adventure's magic is still going strong.

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The Art That Stopped the Scroll

Let's talk about this masterpiece posted by Psuedonomic. The panel isn't just a drawing; it's a story. It frames this frenzied, all-out brawl. You've got a squad of armored warriors—probably some brave (or foolish) Tarnished—going toe-to-toe with the Sentinel, who's perched menacingly on his steed. The artist didn't just draw a boss; they captured the feeling of that fight. You can almost hear the clang of metal and feel the ground shake. For a boss that many of us met early on, the Draconic Tree Sentinel has this reputation. He's that gatekeeper who teaches you that Elden Ring doesn't play around. The artist nailed that by emphasizing the boss's sheer, intimidating scale. He looms over everything, a wall of dragon-forged armor and pure menace.

The Berserk Vibes Are Real

Now, here's the kicker that got everyone talking. The style. One look, and seasoned fans immediately spotted it: the ghost of Kentaro Miura's Berserk. The pen strokes, that intense shading, the gritty, weighty feel of the combat—it's all there. The artist confirmed it, too, saying Miura's legendary work was a huge inspiration. And honestly, it makes perfect sense. FromSoftware's games, especially Elden Ring, have always worn their Berserk influences on their sleeve. Seeing that connection come full circle in fan art? Chef's kiss. It's a beautiful tribute. The comments section was basically a love letter, with people begging for a whole manga series. They especially loved the attention to weapon details—seeing halberds and other gear rendered so faithfully made the fantasy feel real.

Why This Boss Still Haunts Us

Let's break down why this particular boss is such a perfect muse, even in 2026.

  • The Gatekeeper Role: Found guarding the path to the Capital Outskirts, he's a major skill check. Beating him feels like a real rite of passage.

  • The Loot Table: Taking him down isn't just for pride. You score some iconic gear:

    • 🛡️ Dragonclaw Shield

    • ⚔️ Dragon Greatclaw

    • 🏮 Malformed Dragon Armor Set

  • Community Mythos: There's a firm belief among Soulslike veterans that you must beat this Sentinel before facing the later boss, Maliketh. The legend says if you don't, it's an automatic knockout. Whether it's strictly true or not, the myth adds to his fearsome reputation. This manga panel, with its depiction of a desperate struggle, totally validates that—this is not an enemy you underestimate.

The Legacy of Fan Creation

This piece is more than just cool art; it's a testament to Elden Ring's enduring community. Years after release, players are still engaging with its world not just through gameplay, but through creation. The dark fantasy aesthetic is like a canvas, and the fans are the artists. From software may have built the world, but we, the Tarnished, are the ones keeping its stories alive through sketches, stories, and shared memories of getting stomped by a dragon-riding knight. It makes you wonder... what other epic moments are waiting to be drawn? The community's creativity, honestly, it's the real treasure. No maidenless behavior here, just pure, unadulterated passion for the Lands Between.