Elden Ring Fans Think The Two Fingers Might Be Metyr’s Undesirables

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Summary

  • What if Ranni’s Two Fingers aren’t fingers after all, but genitals?
  • That’s what one Elden Ring fan has suggested, after studying Metyr more closely.
  • They believe that the Mother of Fingers was mutilated, and that the Two Fingers were cut off from her.

One aspect of Elden Ring’s lore that has consistently eluded my understanding is the Two Fingers and the Greater Will. This part of the storyline continues to baffle me, despite trying to grasp it (largely through VaatiVidya’s detailed explanations). However, with the arrival of Shadow of the Erdtree and its Mother of Fingers, I find myself back at square one in my comprehension.

It appears that Metyr was the initial impact, akin to a meteorite, in the Lands Between, or more accurately, the first messenger sent by the Greater Will. At one point, it is said that Metyr produced the Two Fingers, who were meant to lead the celestial beings; however, Metyr became disconnected from the Greater Will and started spawning the unsettling spider-like creatures known as finger spiders instead. This implies that all that was bestowed upon Marika and the Lands Between by the Greater Will could be mere fabrication.

It appears quite straightforward: The Two Fingers are offspring of Metyr, often referred to as the Mother of Fingers. This information fits together logically.

As a gamer diving deep into the lore of Elden Ring, I can’t help but ponder on an intriguing perspective shared by u/Scum_Mage_Infa. Instead of taking ‘birth’ in a traditional sense, this theory suggests that Ranni’s Two Fingers were not literally born from Metyr, but rather symbolize something more metaphorical – perhaps even her genitals. I’m planning to delve deeper into this idea, grapple with its implications, question my choices for writing about Elden Ring genital symbolism, and then simplify it for the average player. However, Scum_Mage_Infa also created an hour-and-a-half video on this theory, so let’s see how well I manage to convey it!

The Two Fingers Might Have Been Cut Off From Metyr

They propose that Metyr may have undergone a procedure similar to castration, and visible proof can be found on Ranni’s Two Fingers. These fingers appear more alike Metyr than the other Two Fingers in the game, and they possess an unusual indentation at their backs resembling hands, which u/Scum_Mage_Infa suggests aligns “almost perfectly” with Metyr’s birthmark on her distended chest.

Except for those at the Divine Towers in the Roundtable Hold, Ranni’s Two Fingers are the unique ones not present at any other Divine Tower.

According to u/Scum_Mage_Infa, this location appears to be a birthing site for a reason. It seems that Ranni’s prolonged plan included her sitting near this birth site, as she is found there in a manner that often symbolizes spiritual transition, and she is unclothed.

With genuine interest, let me share a thoroughly considered perspective that extends as far as Metyr’s siege on Stormveil Castle, seamlessly connecting with classic FromSoftware motifs. It’s astounding what enthusiasts can construct from the smallest details, such as the texture of dead characters’ fingers, weaving their own narratives within this universe. While it may be that the Two Fingers represent genitalia, it’s still a remarkable display of detective skills. However, please refrain from using “Metyr’s birthing hole” in my presence again – I appreciate your understanding.

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2025-05-20 13:05