What does ‘Somewhere, a great rune has broken’ mean in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree?

FromSoftware games are usually cryptic, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree continues the trend. But a message that appears when you approach Shadow Keep is making players scratch their heads. It reads: “Somewhere, a great rune has broken… and so, too, has a powerful charm.” And if you’re wondering what it means, you’re not alone.

Elden Ring DLC “Somewhere, a great rune has broken” explained

It’s quite an alarming message, but what does it mean? Screenshot by Dot Esports

You’re free to explore Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree at your own pace and tackle its challenges in any order you want, but as soon as you approach Shadow Keep—the giant, looming black tower at the foot of the Erdtree—you’ll hear a distinct shattering sound and see “Somewhere, a great rune has broken” on your screen.

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