Darksand

Darksand is a fictional material featured in the video game Elden Ring. It is a dark, granular substance with a mysterious origin, often found in the Caelid region and other desolate areas of the Lands Between. In the game's lore, darksand is associated with the Scarlet Rot, a pervasive blight that corrupts the land and its inhabitants. It is believed to be a byproduct of this decay, or perhaps even a catalyst for its spread.

The properties of darksand are not fully explained, but it is depicted as being heavy and difficult to traverse. Characters caught in deep patches of darksand may find their movement significantly slowed. It is also associated with a sense of dread and decay, reinforcing the grim atmosphere of the areas where it is found. While not a primary crafting material, it plays a role in the environmental storytelling of Elden Ring, contributing to the sense of a world succumbing to a malevolent force. Some NPCs and items reference darksand, further hinting at its connection to the corrupted aspects of the game's world. Its appearance and the areas it inhabits are designed to evoke a feeling of unease and the destructive nature of the Scarlet Rot.