Elden Ring ENT expert VaatiVidya is releasing a book after more than a decade of YouTube videos highlighting FromSoftware's work.
The upcoming book, titled Lore Bound, will focus on Elden Ring. Shadow of Airdtree DLC and its Night rain spin off.
“This is my channel in physical form,” the creator said in the video. Of course, it is not officially approved, but it includes VaatiVidya's own interpretation of the controversial story told by the authors of FromSoftware.
Other lore experts are included as each chapter will include boxes with additional information and alternate takes from other fans. It also includes illustrations by John Devlin and Sebastian Francini.
“Every Elden Ring video I've created started out as a script first – the story was written to be as concise and interesting as possible for all of you,” said VaatiVidya. “So it actually seemed natural to turn these scripts into a book.”
In collaboration with Tune & Fairweather, the book will be released in paperback for £32 (or with cover for £50), as well as a deluxe hardback edition for £72.
Lore Bound will be released in the third quarter of 2026, but maybe pre-order now.
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This is also not the first book of VaatiVidya. His previous book, Soul Arts, was fan art inspired by FromSoftware games and is still available from the same publisher.
While there are many videos on YouTube about Elden Ring lore, VaatiVidya is generally considered a preeminent lore expert, providing in-depth analysis that is full of detail. His The videos appear to be authentic, if not official..
Lore Bound is a testament not only to VaatiVidya's own work, but also to the work of FromSoftware and Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin, who has created a rich world ripe for interpretation.
Earlier this year Martin hinted that there had been “some talk” about an Elden Ring movie.but his participation will be limited as he is behind on his latest book. the film was then officially announced back in May.
