Major Elden Ring Mod Drops Surprise Update with an Even Harder Malenia

A Surprise Update to Elden Ring's 'Nightreigns' Mod Delivers a New Challenge

For players who thought Malenia wasn't hard enough, there's a new nightmare waiting in the Lands Between. The massive Elden Ring overhaul mod, Nightreigns, has just received a surprise update, dropping a brutal new version of the Goddess of Rot and a game-changing new NPC without any prior warning.

The centerpiece of the update is the enhanced boss, "Malenia, The Severed." This isn't just a simple health and damage boost; mod creator Arestame has completely reworked her moveset, making her significantly more aggressive and unpredictable. Her infamous Waterfowl Dance now has new variations, designed to catch even the most seasoned veterans off guard. The new fight is intended to be a true endgame challenge for those who have already mastered the original encounter.

While the new Malenia adds a new layer of terror, the update also provides a massive quality-of-life improvement with the introduction of a new blacksmith NPC named Iorlas. Found in a previously inaccessible room in the Roundtable Hold, Iorlas offers a crucial service: he can upgrade your Spirit Ashes to their maximum +10 level right from the beginning of the game, provided you have the necessary runes and materials.

This is a huge advantage for players, who no longer need to complete Roderika's entire questline to unlock the full potential of their favorite summons. The unexpected update has sent a wave of excitement and fear through the mod's community, as players eagerly dive back in to test their skills against the new Malenia and take advantage of their powerful new ally.