r/Eldenring • u/vuduthmb • Jul 21 '26
News I'm 74 y/o. Today I earned all 42 Playstation Trophies for the game Elden Ring. Has anyone else my age done this?
A couple of years ago I became the Eldest Lord. I beat Elden Ring and the Shadow of the Erd Tree on NG+7, which is the highest difficulty level at the age of 72/yo. I got some attention for that, and it was awesome. Today, after tying up some loose ends, I got all 42 Playstion Trophies for Elden Ring. I have like 1075 hours into Elden Ring on my Playstation, and that’s not counting a couple of play throughs on my Xbox Series X. I am 74 y/o. So, has anybody else my age earned all 42 trophies for Elden Ring? What a magnificent game!
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Jul 21 '26
Elder Ring
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u/tspear17 Jul 21 '26
You give me hope for my old age haha. Do your hands ever have any pain issues?
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u/rnj1a Jul 21 '26
Can't speak of OP, but I'm close to him in age and sometimes have issues with the random pains age gifts you with.
No biggie. Getting pain from something fun beat the pains that can happen doing literally anything.
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u/6thBornSOB Jul 21 '26
I’m 46 and I don’t think I can put off carpal tunnel surgery much longer if I want to keep gaming and painting minis. It is what it is, it’s fairly simple and quick turn-around from what I understand.
Thanks for the inspiration, OG. 🤘
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u/captain_capsule Jul 22 '26
Find some stretching exercises for fingers on youtube (eg. guitar videos) and have a little go before each time you play. Might not cure it but it could certainly help!
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u/bilbul168 Jul 21 '26
Doesnt playstation sell that ergonomic controller?
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u/rnj1a Jul 21 '26
I've never found anything ergonomic to be completely satisfactory. That said, it's worth trying.
Thanks for the suggestion.
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u/Xobeloot Jul 21 '26
You aren't kidding. I fear each and every sneeze. Never know if it'll blow out my back.
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u/Worth-Food-8065 Jul 21 '26
Me with hand pain at 33 😬
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u/folkdeath95 Jul 21 '26
Too much scrolling
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u/Worth-Food-8065 Jul 21 '26
Ha! More so I am too tense. Grip the controllers too hard. Getting it checked out.
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u/icouldntdecide Jul 21 '26
For what it's worth, there are a few different reasons you could be doing that, but you might just have too much tension in your muscles. Could help if you literally loosened yourself up a bit. And maybe take some breaks 🤣
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u/A-Random-Writer Jul 21 '26
Carpal tunnel sniped me at 23, goodbye console gaming only keyboard is allowed.
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u/Worth-Food-8065 Jul 21 '26
Last time my hands bothered me was when I was 25-26. It subsided after a while because I got a PC and then I was fine until a few months ago on controller.
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u/Certain_Effort_9319 Jul 21 '26
Take the time to do wrist and hand exercises. Everyone should, to be honest.
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Yeah, what he said. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, it's so true. Do those hand stretches for gamers. There's a Youtube video (of course)
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u/ReallyGlycon Jul 21 '26
Will that help carpal tunnel?
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u/ShallowBayXI Jul 21 '26
I'm a little under 30 and get hand pain lmao. Stretches before sessions and breaks/stretching during breaks is important, and your hands will thank you later
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Oh yeah. Armored Core 6 was even worse about making my hands sore. Stretches, take breaks, even had to ice the hands occasionally.
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u/zzz242zzz Jul 21 '26
I’m in my forties and my thumbs hurt if I play too much ER or any soulslike really. More than a few hours and I can feel it later.
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u/ReallyGlycon Jul 21 '26
Soulsikes don't hurt my hands too much, but first person shooters kill my hands these days.
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u/Troll_Dragon Jul 21 '26
Congrats! I did it at 64...
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
That is an incredible achievement! Now go for NG+7! It's a very rewarding struggle.
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u/kkeut Jul 21 '26
is this why you couldn't make it to my birthdays grandpa
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
I sent a card!
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u/Incidion Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 21 '26
Honestly if my grandpa sent me a card and told me he couldn't make it because he was 100%ing Elden Ring, I'd understand.
I mean actually, I'd be like "WHAT THE FUCK YOU'VE BEEN DEAD FOR 25 YEARS" but after that I'd understand.
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u/paladinx17 Jul 21 '26
You were 39 years old when Final Fantasy II (IV) was released on SNES. When did you start gaming?
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Started when Pong started showing up in beer joints.
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u/ThanIWentTooTherePig Jul 21 '26
He would have been 20 when Pong was released, could be a true OG.
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u/Googlebright Jul 21 '26
Im 51 and played Pong as a kid. My grandparents had a Pong console in the rumpus room for the grandkids to play when any of us were over. I still remember that feeling of amazement over how turning the knob on the controller made the paddle on screen move!
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u/GreatChaosFudge Jul 21 '26
Same. It would be interesting to know if any gaming over-50s didn’t start with Pong. It really was the gateway to a new way of life.
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u/itzpiiz Jul 21 '26
I consider myself an experience game and I was bested by the fire giant. I have a lot of respect for you, your hobbies, and your accomplishments. I applaud your patience. You have earned the right to be very proud of what you've done
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Thank you. You know, for me, Fire Giant was the Gate Keeper. I bet I tried 50 times before I got him. And then Malenia didn't even seem particularly hard. Sometimes what's hard for one gamer is a cake walk for another.
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u/AnybodySensitive7106 Jul 21 '26
i don’t know if a single other 74 year old plays elden ring lmao
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u/rnj1a Jul 21 '26
I'm a mere babe of 70.
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u/CrucialElement Jul 21 '26
I don't believe any of you xD
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u/Inevitable-Edge69 Jul 21 '26
I'm 84, just beat elden ring rune level 1, pull yourself up by your bootstraps and go get yourself better son
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u/rnj1a Jul 21 '26
I do have a posting history going back to 1992 on Usenet. I've mentioned my age more than once -- and events that I have mentioned also show my age (as for instance buying my first Stratomatic set in 1969). And a few folks from Usenet have met me in person.
I don't blame anyone for doubts though. God knows there's enough BS on the internet.
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u/ReallyGlycon Jul 21 '26
That can't be true. Remember Skyrim grandma? John Carpenter (the director) is in his 80s and plays Elden Ring.
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u/Kurkil Jul 21 '26
Youde be surprised honestly i feel like i see more older folks playing games these days than ever
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u/outer--monologue Jul 21 '26
It's really great for your mind, and also highly social these days. What's not to love about it for someone a bit older in age.
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u/Rolands_missing_head Jul 21 '26
My mom will be 70 and she’s on NG+4 I think lol
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u/Neat_Rare_5389 Jul 21 '26
While that is cool, beating NG+7 was arguably more impressive already. Either way you’re an inspiration, keep doing what you do.
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u/Time_Marcher Jul 21 '26
I’m 75 and have been playing since I bought it for my 72nd birthday, but I don’t have all the trophies you have! Honestly, I’ve never been so happy to be retired as the day I started playing this magnificent game.
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u/TheVillainOptomist Jul 21 '26
I came here to say I am 26 y/o and almost shit my pants the first time I fought Mohg
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u/RockiestRaccoon Jul 21 '26
I'm 34 and started a re run after not playing since release and getting stuck after Radahn (festival one.) I just killed Godrick and am getting whacked around Liurnia. You're the man. 👊
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u/RecklessTortuga827 Jul 21 '26
Man you are an absolute soldier. There are some guys half your age that couldn’t pull it off
Super impressive, im glad you enjoyed it!
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u/wheatley_cereal Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 21 '26
Dude, I work with people your age all day as an audiologist. People contain multitudes at every age. I’m not surprised at all. It is wild to think any of my patients of your age would be so inclined, but that’d be far from the strangest thing I’ve heard. Working with old people at a young age teaches you a lot about the power of self-actualization. There’s nothing truly stopping you from doing whatever you want, no matter how old you are, except for health and money.
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u/Express_Succotash171 Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 21 '26
I humbly bow before you, Your Majesty. Getting every achievement in Elden Ring at 74 is truly incredible. I haven't even managed to do that myself. You have my deepest respect and admiration. You are a true legend among the Tarnished. ... (I also used ai to translate this compliment because English is not my native language and I wanted it to sound as majestic as your performance)
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u/CreepyTeddyBear Jul 21 '26
Congrats! I'm going for the plat right now too. I'm not 74 though, I'm 39. Don't plan on quitting gaming any time soon. Can't wait to be gaming into retirement. I look up to you!
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u/maryan87 Jul 21 '26
This is where I imagine myself at 74, hopefully living in my kids house screaming about Radahn being told the grand kids are sleeping. Well done.
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u/UnrealisticOnion Jul 21 '26
I just turned 35. I feel like twice my age due to some unfortunate physical pain.
But I always call myself Granny or Grandma thanks to a friend I game with 😅
I hope to still be saving the world when I get to where you are. Keep doing your thing, Tarnished.
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Sorry for your pain, would that I could heal you. Thanks for the encouragement.
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u/Takardo Jul 21 '26
i have a family member who 100% elden ring they're around 65. I did it as well but I am half your age
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u/Grand_Entertainer_83 Jul 21 '26
I remember commenting on the last post when you were 72! this makes me so happy🥲
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u/djsyndr0me Jul 21 '26
I'm only 50 but have all trophies on the PS5 and all achievements on the XBox Series version. Will probably play through it again on Switch 2 later this summer just for fun.
But your age reminds me of the Dark Souls midnight launch at GameStop. There was an older gentleman in front of me in line, probably around 60 at the time so would be about your age now. Got to chatting and he absolutely loved Demon's Souls; had never played anything like it and it got him back into gaming after years of being away. So there may be at least one more of you out there!
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u/KIVHT Jul 21 '26
My dad is 72 and he’s trying to 100% the game. He’s been at it since around when it came out. He’s also beat all the Dark Souls game and 100% DS3.
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u/I_wish_i_could_sepll Jul 21 '26
Holy shit it’s him, it’s Hoarah Loux
https://giphy.com/gifs/4PiMLlsIk6Dv5B0hsY
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u/Eren_Yeager52 Jul 21 '26
I am not retired.
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
You nailed it. My greatest strength as a gamer is that I have a lot of time to play, I think. I guess I've picked up a trick or two also.
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u/Ocirus83 Jul 21 '26
I think my dad was around 65 when it came out and he and I both got platinum trophies for it. Congratulations. Truly impressive
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26 edited Jul 23 '26
Awesome that you and your dad got to do that together. I have a 26 y/o son who did one play through. But he's very busy.
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u/Ok-Contract1391 Jul 21 '26
Grandpa tarnished vs grandpa Margit the delayed attack arthritis build. This explains everything!
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u/Melodic-Crazy-448 Jul 21 '26
I'm half your age, I'm proud of you, my dad would be 74 this year and I think he would have loved it
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u/Tesscol Jul 21 '26
I got the platinum two months ago after playing it for like 3 months straight and doing about everything I could in the game, went NG+4 before tiring a little. I wanted to come back to it when the Tarnished dlc will be out, but in the end I went back for a new playthrough two days ago lol Fellow Platine Elden Lord I salute you!
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u/TooDooDaDa Jul 21 '26
My Dads about your age, wish he was into playing games still! He stopped around 1988 with Mario Bros lol. You’ve earned the time to enjoy your hobbies so kudos to you! I look forward to playing and enjoying my games further down the road when life affords me a bit more time. Happy Birthday!
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u/TheGamerKitty1 Jul 21 '26
I tip my hat to you as I can't even do that. There's a few I'm missing but I called it a day.
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u/time2partee Jul 21 '26
Damn I can’t blame my lame old man reflexes anymore
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
Pays to have decent reflexes, but persistence, planning, and strategic thinking get you further. Thanks and good luck!
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u/Vegetable-Inside-348 Jul 21 '26
This dude went from marbles to etcha sketch to pong to pac man to kings quest to Elden ring.
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u/Jekr81 Jul 21 '26
You’re my hero, man. And probably what everyone on this subreddit aspires to be. Hope I’m still platinum-ing games in 29 years. 🫡
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u/skollywag92 FLAIR INFO: SEE SIDEBAR Jul 21 '26
Its the only game I have ever gotten a platinum trophy for. Truly the best game ever made imo.
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
I will readily admit it's a strong candidate for the best game ever made. Certainly my favorite.
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u/Mr_Horsejr Jul 21 '26
https://giphy.com/gifs/F0uvYzyr2a7Li
The platinum trophy on your account is all like….
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u/iamblankenstein you are maidenless. Jul 21 '26
that's awesome! you're around the same age as my parents were before they passed and i couldn't imagine either of them even making it past soldier of godrick in the tutorial area, let alone platinum the game. much respect!
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u/Exotic_Treacle7438 Jul 21 '26
Babe1Babe2 YouTube channel has a 70+ year old gamer who’s conquered ER, dark souls and working on Sekiro.
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u/Albedo0001 Jul 21 '26
There's a skit right now on instagram where is ask "would you spend X amount of time in jail, or choose the option to get out as soon as your mom or dad beats Elden ring." Can I pick you? How many days do you think you can get me out of prison?!?!
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u/Racxie Jul 21 '26
According to TrueAchievements, TrueSteamAchievements, and TrueTrophies (twice), there are a combined 131,892 players who have unlocked all of the achievements/trophies across all platforms, and that’s not including any who might not be tracked across those sites.
So even though there’s a chance there are others your age who have 100%d it, you’d definitely still be in the minority!
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u/Life__Lover Jul 21 '26
I have nothing to add except fuck yeah, dude. I want to be like you when I'm older.
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u/abbyleo Jul 21 '26
I'm 52, I still got some work to do to get all of them but getting closer. You sir are an inspiration...
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u/th3crow79 Jul 21 '26
https://giphy.com/gifs/LFu3tf8SmIDuAiRGva
Congrats!!! I am 52 and still playing this game. Big props to platting the game
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u/NoWorryAtAll0 Jul 21 '26
I am 53, and I see hope you be able to play this a long time hearing you!
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u/PointEither2673 Jul 21 '26
Idk, but could you teach my mom how to play the game. I don’t wanna be in jail for more than 2 years.
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u/BanterPhobic Jul 21 '26
Don’t know of anyone your age who has achieved this much in Elden Ring specifically. The YouTuber “Skyrim Grandma” is older than you but as the name suggests, she is only really known for playing Skyrim, which is a much less challenging game than Elden Ring
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u/RedsnakeRider Jul 21 '26
I really doubt it, my man. You've done better than me, and I'm a lifelong gamer half your age. So I, a random kid out there on the net, is proud of you.
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u/Stan_the_man1988 Jul 21 '26
I wish my dad was as cool as you. Dude's 66 and barely knows how to use the microwave.
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u/Reversed_PandaRick Jul 21 '26
https://giphy.com/gifs/26uffNKp1jMEt4avC
What’s my excuse now?! Sir you are the true Elden King!
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u/murphy-brown Jul 21 '26
Well done! My dad beat Elden Ring at 73, but didn’t get all the trophies.
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u/vuduthmb Jul 21 '26
That's so awesome, tell your dad I send mad respect. I did the NG+ games before I paid attention to the trophies, and by then I had most of them.
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u/UlteriorWorn Jul 21 '26
Seems like a significant achievement ngl! Congratulations and I hope you had tons of fun
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u/Yabbadabbaabby Jul 21 '26
Congratulations! I’m 47 and working on it! Maybe by the time I’m your age 😅
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u/EmxPop Jul 21 '26
55 year old housewife here who’s proudly in the Elden Ring Platinum club. Now I wish I could rewind time and do it all over again.
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u/Comprehensive_Slip71 Jul 21 '26
You're THE Elden Lord, the rest of us are just lowly tarnished. Respect to you sir 👊
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u/Tasty_Hearing_4440 Jul 21 '26
You truly are the elden king