Malenia

Malenia, Blade of Miquella, is a formidable boss encounter in the video game Elden Ring. She is renowned for her extreme difficulty and is considered by many players to be the toughest boss in the game. Malenia is the twin sister of Miquella and is one of the demigods who possess a Great Rune. She is afflicted with the Scarlet Rot, a devastating disease that has corrupted her body and her surroundings.

The fight against Malenia takes place in a secluded arena within Elphael, Brace of the Haligtree. She is a dual-wielding warrior with exceptional speed and a wide range of powerful attacks. Her signature move is the "Waterfowl Dance," a relentless flurry of sword strikes that can easily overwhelm unprepared players. Defeating Malenia yields her Great Rune and her Remembrance, which can be exchanged for powerful weapons or sorceries. Her lore is deeply tied to the fate of the Haligtree and the broader narrative of Elden Ring, hinting at a tragic past and a desperate struggle against her own corruption. Her presence adds a significant challenge to the game, pushing players to their limits and becoming a legendary figure in the Elden Ring community.