Who Killed Latenna‘s Wolf Lobo in Elden Ring? An In-Depth Investigation

Latenna‘s loyal wolf companion, Lobo, met a heartbreaking end in Elden Ring at the hands of unknown assailants seeking a secret medallion in Latenna‘s possession. But who exactly killed Lobo, and why? As a passionate Elden Ring gamer and content creator, I have extensively researched this tragic event to get to the bottom of this mystery.

Key Facts About Latenna and Lobo

• Latenna is an Albinauric woman found crippled in Liurnia who asks the player to carry her to the Haligtree
• Lobo was her wolf companion described as "a friend dear to my heart"
• Latenna refuses to reveal the location of her medallion despite Lobo‘s death
• The "all-hearing brute" likely refers to Gideon Ofnir wanting access to the Haligtree

The Main Suspects

Gideon Ofnir‘s Servants

As referenced in Latenna‘s dialogue, the prime suspects are servants carrying out the wishes of Gideon Ofnir, the All-Knowing. As the self-proclaimed "brightest intellectual of the Academy," Gideon sought knowledge and access to Queen Marika‘s sole surviving child, Malenia, located deep within the legendary Haligtree.

Evidence:

• Gideon demonstrates an obsessive quest for knowledge and power
• Latenna‘s medallion granted passage to the Haligtree and Malenia
• Gideon would go to extreme lengths to access this reclusive demigod

Omenkillers

The torture and elimination of Omen beasts and their kin is the solemn duty of these secretive assassins. As an Albinauric, Latenna may have been considered a target.

Theories:

• Omenkillers continue their work eliminating "impure" beings
• They attacked without knowing Latenna had a medallion
• Her albinaurism was reason enough for this dogmatic faction

Mohg‘s Cult

Seeking to resurrect an ancient, ominous dynasty centered around forbidden blood rites, this frenzied cult targets specific individuals to further their apocalyptic plans.

Speculation:

• Latenna‘s blood or genetics attracted Mohg‘s attention
• The medallion was an unintended gain as they attacked Latenna
• Their objectives beyond Mohg remain largely unknown

I will now analyze the evidence behind each suspect in more detail.

Key Evidence Pointing to Each Suspect

While no definitive evidence conclusively singles out one suspect, Gideon Ofnir and his servants seem the most likely culprits based on their desire to access the Haligtree and Latenna‘s specific mention of the "all-hearing brute." However, ascribing the attack solely to gain her medallion does not preclude an additional motive like Albinauric blood.

Uncovering the truth may require further revelations from developer FromSoftware in future DLC or games taking place in the Lands Between. For now, investigating lore implications across various NPC questlines provides our best chance of sleuthing out Lobo‘s killer.

Theories on How the Attack Was Carried Out

Based on interpreting Latenna‘s condition and dialogue, prevailing theories suggest:

• Lobo was killed first: As her dear friend, killing Lobo may have been an attempt to coerce Latenna through trauma
• They did not expect Latenna‘s resilience: Her refusal to disclose the medallion despite extreme torture displays tremendous courage
• Her legs were crippled to stop escape attempts: Removing her mobility ensured she could not flee before revealing the medallion‘s location
• No mortal wounds due to needing her alive: Keeping her alive indicates wanting the information she possessed

While these theories regarding Lobo‘s death cannot definitively identify the attackers, it provides insight into the cruel and calculated nature of the ambush. It inflicted maximum suffering as a technique to extract the coveted knowledge in true RPG villain fashion.

Conclusion: A Tragic Symbol of Corruption in the Lands Between

Tarnished warriors like myself may never uncover definitively who killed Lobo — one of the many mournful stories in the shadowy Lands Between. But Latenna‘s steadfast nobility and Lobo‘s unwavering devotion shine as a small glimmering light against the darkness that swallowed them both.

This heartbreaking attack that left poor Lobo dead and Latenna crippled serves as a broader symbol. It represents the cruelty that corruption of influence, knowledge, power and even purpose can inflict. As I continue questing through the mystical world of Elden Ring, I do so keeping the story of Latenna and Lobo close — an ever-present reminder to uphold moral virtue in the face of adversity.

What are your theories on this mystery Tarnished ones? Let‘s uncover the truth together, in honor of Lobo‘s memory, as we seek our place among the Elden Ring.