A Polygon video explores why Margit the Fell Omen, the early gatekeeping boss in Elden Ring, proves so difficult for players. Encountered before many players have fully explored Limgrave or gathered stronger equipment, Margit nonetheless remains a tough obstacle even for experienced, well-levelled Souls veterans, making it a notable topic for the game's community.

The video, presented by Polygon's Pat Gill, examines Margit's specific moveset and attack patterns to explain what makes the fight so punishing. It also poses the broader question of whether Margit is genuinely the hardest opening boss FromSoftware has created across its Soulsborne titles, testing the claim against the studio's history of tough early encounters.