In a brilliant fusion of classic graphic design and modern video game artistry, an Elden Ring fan has captured the haunting beauty of The Lands Between through a series of striking Art Deco-styled travel posters. These creations offer a fresh, and somewhat ironic, perspective on the game's notoriously perilous locales, transforming them into seemingly desirable vacation spots. It's a classic case of making lemonade out of the most soul-crushingly difficult lemons the gaming world has ever produced.

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The Artistic Vision Behind the Posters

Shared on Reddit by user aylameridian, the collection features six key locations from the 2022 Game of the Year winner:

  • Gravesite Plain (from the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion)

  • Caelid

  • Ainsel River

  • Leyndell, Royal Capital

  • Liurnia of the Lakes

  • Limgrave

To achieve the authentic Art Deco look, the artist didn't just wing it. They dove deep into research, studying Japanese woodblock prints (Ukiyo-e) and employing a limited color palette to hone that crisp, geometric style. The result? Posters that wouldn't look out of place in a 1920s travel agency, if that agency specialized in tours through a fractured, god-haunted fantasy realm. Talk about a niche market!

Not Your Average Tourist Brochures

What truly sells the concept is the hilarious and authentic framing. Each poster is fictionally produced by either the "Tarnished Advisory Committee" or the "Lands Between Tourism Board." The taglines are pure gold, especially the one for the scarlet-rotted region of Caelid, which bluntly states: "This Place Sucks." The Reddit community roared with applause at this moment of truth in advertising. Let's be real, visiting a place filled with giant, diseased crows, zombie dragons, and a general atmosphere of decay is a tough sell, even for the most adventurous traveler.

Region Poster Vibe In-Game Reality
Caelid "This Place Sucks" Scarlet Rot, Monster Dogs, General Despair
Leyndell Regal Grandeur Corrupted Golden Order, Assassin Enemies
Liurnia Mystical Lakes Sorcerers, Lobsters, An Illusory Manor
Limgrave Beginner-Friendly Fields Tree Sentinel, Grafted Scion, "You Died"

From Pixels to Prints: A Community Celebration

The Soulslike community on Reddit was utterly impressed, with many amateur artists eager to learn the Art Deco techniques. The excitement was so palpable that the artist opened an INPRNT store, allowing fellow Tarnished to bring these stunning prints into their homes. They make for perfect, unique gifts—far more interesting than another pair of socks and a surefire way to show your dedication to the Golden Order (or frenzied flame, no judgment here).

❗ Fun Fact: While these posters make the areas look appealing, remember that locations like the Gravesite Plain and Caelid are home to some of the game's most arduous and nightmare-fuel bosses. Buyer beware!

Why The Lands Between Captivates Us

This artistic project underscores why Elden Ring's world remains so captivating years after its release. The sprawling regions are eye-catching masterpieces of environmental storytelling, shrouded in a dark fantasy aesthetic that is equal parts beautiful and terrifying. From the towering spires of Raya Lucaria Academy to the ethereal, starry skies of the Siofra River underground, the game's world is a character in itself.

Other fans have tried to capture this essence in different ways, like creating low-poly versions of the map to showcase its distinct sectors. However, these Art Deco posters stand out by adding a layer of nostalgic glamour, suggesting a bygone era of grand tours and adventure—even if that adventure involves getting smashed by a rune bear for the tenth time. It's all about the journey, right?

The Legacy of a Masterpiece

Elden Ring, born from the minds of Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin, redefined the action RPG genre. It's notorious for its painstaking boss battles, with some fans believing a boss like Starscourge Radahn is the perfect blueprint for future FromSoftware terrors. Yet, beneath the challenge lies a world so rich and visually stunning that it inspires artists to reinterpret it through lenses like Art Deco. These posters are a testament to the game's enduring cultural impact—a love letter from a fan who saw beyond the difficulty to the sublime artistry of The Lands Between.

So, the next time you're trudging through the Swamp of Aeonia, getting bombarded by pest threads, remember: somewhere, there's a beautifully designed poster suggesting you wanted to be there. And honestly, in 2026, that's the kind of ironic, community-driven creativity that keeps the world of Elden Ring feeling so alive. Now, if only the Lands Between Tourism Board offered a refund policy for emotional damages... 🎨✨