Elden Ring: "A great rune has broken" explained
What does it mean when you see “Somewhere, a great rune has broken” in Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree? If you’ve played Elden Ring (or any of From Software’s games), you’ll know that mystery and opaqueness are very common. But few moments are more baffling and unexpected as when you progress a certain point through the Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC, and see the words “Somewhere, a great rune has broken” appear on-screen.
If you’ve just had this happen to you and you’re wondering what the message means, you’ll find the answer below. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to prompt the “a great rune has broken” message, what it means, and what to do once you see it.