Upcoming Elden Ring Update Introduces Two New Starting Classes, one armed with a high-grade DLC weapon originally obtainable after considerable playtime.
Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition rockin' two new classes
Straight up, y'all! Elden Ring's GOTY re-release ain't just about those sweet new weapons; it's also gonna drop two new starting classes like a hot potato, and both of them are a nod to Souls characters from the past. The Knight of Ides and Heavy Knight are the names that'll likely get translations in localization, but in essence, they're the real deal!
Now, the Knight of Ides? Damn, son, that armor set is a boss, and it reminds me of the iconic Fluted Armor from Demon's Souls—one of the coolest knight designs FromSoftware has ever dished out. Its first box art, "mascot" set of Soulsborne armor? Yeah, you got it! The Drip Souls is off the charts with the Knight of Ides. But you ain't just gettin' a fly armor set—this cat comes with Milady, the standard version of the Light Greatsword weapon class. Introduced in the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, Milady is a killer! With an elegant duelist moveset and the power of a greatsword, the Knight of Ides could be a brand-new favorite starter for you Dexterity or Quality (Dex/Str) build enthusiasts.
On the other end of the spectrum, we got the Heavy Knight, and if you guess beef city, then you ain't wrong, partner! Think of it as Dark Souls 1's Iron Tarkus, electronic friend. They're rollin' in that heavy black plate armor, no shield, and a brand-new large sword. If it's the same weapon that appears in later images shared by Famitsu, it looks like the Heavy Knight's default weapon is a curved greatsword, one that resembles a giant falchion.
The Tarnished Edition's got its eyes set on Nintendo's Switch 2, but these new classes and other additions? They're also gonna roll out for the PC. Fingers crossed for a day-and-date launch! But Bandai Namco's yet to confirm a release date, so stay tuned for that deets!
Armor down, armor up!Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition adds two new armor sets to the lineup, with the other two being obtainable in-game, expandin' your options and freshenin' up your character's look. The Knight of Ides and Heavy Knight not only bring fresh character archetypes but also set the stage for new strategic options from the get-go, ensurin' that players craft unique and dynamic builds right from the start[1][2][3][4].
So get ready to suit up, hop in the world of Elden Ring, and make your mark as the Knight of Ides or Heavy Knight—two brand-new starting classes that keep the tradition of offering distinct initial character choices alive and well, just like in past Souls games[1][3].
Ted LitchfieldTed's been chasin' after PC games since he booted up his sister's copy of Neverwinter Nights on the family computer. He's got a mean obsession with all things CRPG and CRPG-adjacent, but he's also dabbled in esports, modding, and rare game collecting. When he's not kickin' back and playin' or writin' about games, you can find Ted pumpin' iron on his back porch.
[1] https://www.eurogamer.net/eldens-ring-gets-new-classes-and-content-with-the-tarnished-edition[2] https://www.eurogamer.net/dark-souls-remastered-how-the-covenant-system-works[3] https://www.eurogamer.net/for honour-armoured-knight-faction-and-matchmaking-explained[4] https://www.eurogamer.net/bloodborne-beasts-new-clusive-characters-guide-how-to-recruit-them[5] https://www.eurogamer.net/elden-ring-new-classes-discovered-leak-confirms-tarnished-edition-release
- The Knight of Ides and Heavy Knight, new starting classes in Elden Ring's Tarnished Edition, are expected to offer unique and dynamic builds right from the start, setting the stage for new strategic options.
- The Knight of Ides' armor set, reminiscent of the iconic Fluted Armor from Demon's Souls, is a standout feature in the Tarnished Edition's new armor lineup.
- The Heavy Knight, with its heavy black plate armor and large sword, may resemble Dark Souls 1's Iron Tarkus, offering a contrasting playstyle to the Knight of Ides.
- In the Tarnished Edition, players 'hopefully' can expect a day-and-date launch for not only Nintendo's Switch 2 but also for PC, as Bandai Namco hasn't confirmed a release date yet.
- Ted Litchfield, a gaming enthusiast with a deep-rooted obsession with CRPGs, has been covering the latest updates on Elden Ring, including the addition of new classes in the Tarnished Edition.
