10 Best RPG Characters Of The Last 10 Years
2. Ranni The Witch - Elden Ring (2022)
Elden Ring has a lot of phenomenal characters who could have made it onto this list. You've got the Berserk-inspired, wolf-headed warrior Blaidd, the perplexing yet cuddly Fia, and even Iron Fist Alexander, the valiant warrior jar. Still, when it comes to staying power, narrative influence, and pure mystery, the crown has to go to Ranni the Witch.
This mystical figure, the daughter of Radagon and Rennala, played a major role in The Shattering, and helps the player get to grips with summons by gifting them the Spirit Calling Bell.
Still, for as helpful as she is, it is clear from the offset that there's something powerful, mysterious, and even sinister behind her.
Ranni's spirit resides inside an artificial doll body, giving her an ethereal look and feel. This unique visage blends well with her morally gray status and dark history, both of which fuel her goals and motivations.
It's also important to note that she's responsible for one of the game's alternate endings, which not only adds some spice to the story, but gives her immense power in the narrative.