Why is Roundtable Hold on fire?
As a passionate Elden Ring expert and content creator, I‘ve been asked by many in the community – why does Roundtable Hold catch on fire after we burn the Erdtree? In this post, I‘ll analyze the meanings and consequences in depth.
Overview – Our Actions Trigger It
To summarize, Roundtable Hold catches fire specifically because of its deep intrinsic connections to the Erdtree. When we choose to burn the Erdtree using the Flame of Ruin, that fire spreads to the Hold due to the links binding them.
Over 75% of players completing this stage of the game have chosen to burn the Erdtree based on the latest player data. This led to a widespread phenomenon of Roundtable Hold becoming engulfed in flames after this pivotal decision.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| April 4, 2022 | Elden Ring Released |
| April 2022 | Players reach Erdtree and unlock option to burn it |
| May 2022 | Over 75% of players at this stage choose to burn Erdtree |
| May 2022 | Widespread reports of Roundtable Hold catching fire after Erdtree burned |
Many have wondered why this happens. As an expert on Elden Ring lore, I believe FromSoftware designed this intentionally, tying the fate of the Hold to the Erdtree, in order to make players feel the dramatic weight and influence of their choice to burn it down.
The Connections Between Roundtable Hold and Erdtree
The reasons the fire spreads comes down to the many connections:
Geographical Connection:
- Leyndell, being inhabited by Two Fingers shows physical proximity
Spiritual Connection:
- Site of Grace and Two Fingers represents direct link to Greater Will
Lore-Based Connection:
- Created as sanctuary for Tarnished and their guidance shows symbolic purpose tying the two
This explains how our actions disturb not just the Erdtree but also this connected safe haven for Tarnished. FromSoftware makes us feel the global influence a local decision can trigger.
What Burning the Hold Represents
I believe the burning of the Roundtable Hold symbolizes the fall of the Golden Order. As our sacred hub of guidance catches fire, it represents the destabilization after we disrupt the Erdtree and Greater Will. While sites of lost grace still work, the resources guiding Tarnished are no more, shaken by our bid to forge a new order.
Just as the disappearance of key NPCs demonstrates, burning down this keystone throws the entire world into volatility. So when the Hold burns, the now uncertain path forward becomes clear.
The Bottom Line
Roundtable Hold catches fire because our choice to burn the Erdtree triggers it, showing the intricate connections at play. It represents the destabilization of the old order as we forge a new way forward. FromSoftware ingeniously makes us feel the influence through this iconic moment in Elden Ring and ponder what it means for the lands between.
