An Elden Ring player's unique challenge: conquering Messmer the Impaler daily until Elden Ring: Nightreign launches. This dedicated gamer, chickensandwich420, is documenting his impressive feat on YouTube.
A Daily Grind: No-Hit Messmer Battles
Instead of passively awaiting the release of the co-op spin-off, Nightreign, chickensandwich420 devised a demanding self-challenge: defeating Messmer the Impaler daily on NG+7, employing a different weapon each time and achieving a flawless no-hit victory. This undertaking began on December 16th, 2024.
Initially planning a broader FromSoftware boss marathon, the player's university studies led to a focus on this single, notoriously difficult boss. Messmer, from the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, is known for his brutal difficulty, requiring numerous attempts even for highly skilled players.
A June deadline is in place. Should Nightreign not release by then, the challenge will expand to other games. This ambitious goal translates to over 160 consecutive Messmer battles. At the time of writing, chickensandwich420 is on day 23.
Elden Ring: Nightreign, announced at The Game Awards 2024, is a standalone, three-player co-op adventure set within the Elden Ring universe. While a 2025 release is anticipated, FromSoftware's history suggests potential delays. The success of chickensandwich420's endeavor hinges on Nightreign's timely arrival.
