Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC: Boiled Crab as a Scadutree Fragment Alternative
Players are discovering an unexpected advantage in Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC: the humble Boiled Crab. While Scadutree Fragments offer significant offensive and defensive buffs, their limited quantity presents a challenge. Boiled Crab, however, provides a readily available alternative, boosting physical damage negation by 20% for 60 seconds. The unlimited supply of Boiled Crab offsets the temporary nature of its effect.
The increased difficulty of the DLC compared to the base game has led many players to seek such advantages. The use of Runes Arcs, previously overlooked, is another example of this adaptation.
A Reddit user, timtimluuluu, highlighted Boiled Crab's potential as a Scadutree Fragment substitute. The item, obtainable in the base game, offers a considerable defensive boost, especially valuable against the challenging bosses of the DLC.
Accessibility Issues: A Quest-Locked Item
However, acquiring Boiled Crab isn't guaranteed. The item is tied to a quest involving defeating Blackguard Big Boggart, initiated by interacting with Rya. Missing this interaction before progressing too far in the Volcano Manor storyline permanently locks players out of obtaining Boiled Crab. This has resulted in numerous players inadvertently missing out on this helpful item.
Alternative Options for Increased Survivability
Fortunately, other options exist to mitigate damage. The Dragoncrest Greatshield Talisman offers a comparable 20% physical damage reduction, though it occupies a valuable talisman slot. The Opaline Hardtear provides a broader, albeit temporary (3-minute), damage negation boost across all damage types. These alternatives offer players viable strategies for tackling the DLC's heightened difficulty.
