The game's depiction of unseen details, such as the Dancing Lion boss being two dudes in a lion suit, has generated mixed reactions among players. Some appreciate the creativity and humor, while others may feel deceived or disappointed by the reveal. Overall, it adds an unexpected twist to the gameplay experience, prompting a range of emotions from laughter to frustration.
YouTuber BonfireVN revealed the truth about the Dancing Lion's construction in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The Dancing Lion, a boss inspired by Chinese Lion dances, is not a terrifying monster, but actually just two people in a costume. The front half of the lion might be the source of all those eye-catching AOE attacks but the back half of the lion is doing all the heavy lifting.
The Dancing Lion costume in Elden Ring Shadow Of The Erdtree was exposed to have an unusual detail: it is operated by two separate entities, with one controlling the front half and the other controlling the back half, rather than being a single entity.