Image: Isometric Duel: Tarnished vs Ralva

This anime-style fan art presents a sweeping isometric view of a dramatic battle from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, where the Tarnished in Black Knife armor confronts Ralva the Great Red Bear in the mystical region of Scadu Altus. The elevated perspective reveals the full scope of the forested battlefield, the terrain, and the magical atmosphere enveloping the scene.

The Tarnished is positioned on the left side of the composition, standing atop a moss-covered stone outcrop. His Black Knife armor is rendered in dark, jagged layers of steel and cloth, with a tattered cloak trailing behind him. The hood obscures his face, and his posture is tense and forward-leaning, with his left foot planted and right foot braced. In his right hand, he holds a glowing golden dagger that emits a trail of light, casting reflections on the surrounding foliage and water. A sheathed sword hangs at his left hip, and a brown leather belt cinches his waist.

Ralva the Great Red Bear charges from the right side through a shallow stream, his massive paws splashing water and mud. His fur is thick and fiery red-orange, with individual strands and clumps rendered in painterly detail. The bear’s face is twisted in a snarl, revealing jagged yellowed teeth and a dark snout. His eyes are small, black, and locked onto the Tarnished with primal rage. The muscular bulk of his body is emphasized by dramatic lighting and intricate shading.

The forest of Scadu Altus stretches across the background, filled with tall, slender trees with sparse foliage. Sunlight filters through the canopy, casting warm golden hues and dappled shadows across the terrain. The forest floor is rich with grasses, ferns, rocks, and patches of water. A stream winds diagonally through the scene, leading the viewer’s eye from foreground to background. Ancient ruins peek through the mist in the distance, their stonework cracked and overgrown.

Magical particles drift through the air, adding a surreal quality to the environment. The composition is balanced and dynamic, with the Tarnished and Ralva placed on opposing sides and the stream serving as a central axis. The isometric angle enhances the sense of scale and depth, allowing the viewer to appreciate the full drama of the encounter.

The color palette blends warm golden tones with cooler greens and deep blacks, creating contrast and atmosphere. Painterly textures, bold linework, and subtle gradients in shadows and highlights give the image richness and dimension. This fan art merges anime aesthetics with fantasy realism, capturing the intensity and lore of Elden Ring’s universe in a visually compelling tableau.

The image is related to: Elden Ring: Ralva the Great Red Bear (Scadu Altus) Boss Fight (SOTE)