Boc EXPLAINED | Elden Ring Lore

never change for anyone but yourself.
-----------
Credits and Sources:
- Boc B-roll footage by KiteTails: • The Demi-Humans and Bo...
- Boc's Questline and Dialogue by cad5150: • Elden Ring Quests - Bo...
- Melina's dialgoue on Boc by Heuster 101: • Video
- Kenneth Haight on Demi-Humans by Games from Mars: • Elden Ring - Kenneth H...
- Rennala Boss Fight by Boss Fight Database: • Elden Ring - Rennala, ...
-Thumbnail capture by ZI0fsky: www.flickr.com/photos/zlofsky...
▶Traveler by Alexander Nakarada
▶Hope by Adrian von Ziegler
-----------
support me by joining the channel as a member! click here to get access to all the perks:
/ @miss_chalice

[@rot_exe]

Praise Boc for keeping me dripped out while I become Elden Lord

[@miss_chalice]

Bless up our boi for the fresh fits

[@RumitheBartender]

Shout out to the boy yung boc

[@cthubol6824]

boc himself looks drippier then a lot of npcs id say, realized how well dressed he is actually

[@somethingmemorable5707]

Common W Boc

[@itstoxicqt]

Boc drip god

[@Nel_Annette]

"Master, I'd like to be the one who adjusts your garments." You got it, champ. And when I become Elden Lord, you will be in that throne room with me, and be given RESPECT, damn it.

[@miss_chalice]

This is the dream

[@Nel_Annette]

@@miss_chalice Just a throne room full of all the weirdos and badasses who *didn't* attack me on sight.

[@juble7086]

@@Nel_Annette So like a five people give or take

[@TheMeanMongoose]

"Mine first decree as Elden Lord is thus: Royal Seamster Boc shall be treated befitting his station and any offense to his person is punishable by an eternity of torment."

[@thomasdevlin5825]

After I moved to the altus plateauI refused to alter my chestpiece until I found him again

[@ManEaterBrainBug]

I personally think that Bocs mother is the dead demi-human mother that lies in Fort Height. Kenneth Haight has an alliance with the demi humans, as we know, and I think before the Knights attacked Fort Height, Boc and his mother lived there. Boc wearst the attire of a noble, can speak properly, and even is trained in the craft of sewing. This gives of the impression that he was raised in a sophisticated enviroment. Anyways, I think that Bocs mother died during the attack of the knights and Boc fled the Fort ultimately getting lost in Limgrave, seeking refuge by his primitive demi human bretheren in the coastal cave.

[@GreatBeanicus]

Cool theory, i like it. I also personally think that he was either transformed into a shrub by another demi-human queen, or given something by his mother that would transform him to protect him.

[@michaelwerkov3438]

This makes a lot of sense.... poor boc... hasn't even gotten a good lore video explaining this

[@ilijaknezevic8370]

Kenneth may indeed be the father.

[@daltooinewestwood6380]

This is either a copy paste stolen from a comment on another channel, has been copied from here and commented there, or you posted the exact same comment word for word twice on 2 separate channels

[@daltooinewestwood6380]

Found it, square table gaming a video on Boc, You did in fact comment the same thing twice 😂

[@bloodyfrostingg]

I felt so bad when I gave him the larval tear I didn’t think it would kill him and I thought I was doing something that he would appreciate 😭 my next play through I corrected my mistakes and called him beautiful 🥺

[@miss_chalice]

You're not alone, many people didn't think through the implications. You have been redeemed now :)

[@bloodyfrostingg]

@@miss_chalice ah thank you 😌 I look forward to your videos thank you for uploading!

[@azureascendant994]

Only if we were given the option to momentarily give him the rebirth rune.

[@ShaytownDown]

Same and I even knew you could tell him he was beautiful but I thought it would be AT raya lucaria after giving him the tear …I was crushed. Honestly haven’t picked up the game since lmao

[@colinnixon7739]

Wasnt about to lie. He aint beautiful 😂😂

[@Hc-ym7pk]

The more I think about his story line the sadder I get. From the old joke that someone is so ugly only their mom could love them to the fact that “ unconditional love “ as hard as it sounds only comes down to empathy and appreciating someone beyond arbitrary value judgements and respect them in their own terms. It’s really cleaver how most of us would just lead him to his death out of negligence or by low key agreeing he’s ugly

[@joshjonson2368]

Nobody actually means it when they say "beauty is on the inside" you're only watching this particular lore channel for the same reason we both know all too well lol

[@mr.kingdice9127]

Please never stop making these videos, I love them. And your voice is the smoothest, most soothing voice I've ever heard!

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so so much! I will keep trying my best, and hope you will enjoy :)

[@nunbeam]

@@miss_chalice have you ever considered starting a separate ASMR channel? Whatever your mic settings were here they're better than some of the other ASMRtists I listen to nightly!

[@HDdeiu]

1000% agreed!

[@schwitzy9862]

True

[@micahcoles3985]

@Miss Chalice your voice sounds like it could be a professional va for souls npc

[@Terminalsanity]

Ah Boc one of the only NPCs in a Fromsoft game that can have a truly happy ending due to the player's interaction with them. A tiny humble happy soul in a weary world tore apart by strife illuminated by nothing more 2 words of encouragement.

[@MrJazzyPants]

I want Boc to be friends with Greirat. They'd be an adorable team.

[@bio6588]

Absolutely wonderful!

[@theguy4542]

This is a legitimate life lesson. One I’ve actually learned these last years, to accept myself and let go of living purely to make somebody else proud of me. I’ve felt so free and I’ve made peace with myself. 😌

[@miss_chalice]

Good for you! I'm proud of you for this!

[@theguy4542]

@@miss_chalice thankyou 🥺

[@underhill1158]

!!!!!Spoilers ahead!!!!!: when the capital changed to the ashen capital I had a heart attack thinking my beautiful baby boy suffocated in the ash. I was so happy to backtrack and see he was safe.

[@FamedKitten9]

Where does he go when the Capital turns to Ash!? Lol I cried when I returned after getting armour I wanted tailoring but he was gone, I thought he died

[@underhill1158]

@@FamedKitten9 He is in the same place its the room at the beginning to get there you just need to walk in the entrance of the capital until you reach the first grace

[@shmungerbungerton7017]

If you visit Fort Haight in Limgrave, you'll find the corpse of a very large demi human laying at the entrance. This could've been Bocs mother. Considering the fact that Boc speaks English AND wears clothes like a human would, I think it would make sense if he lived in a fort growing up with his mum. Another thing I think supports this is the way the prattling pates voice that Boc recognizes as his moms is deep as hell. Almost like the thing speaking was a very large creature.

[@danjothecartographer]

The voice of a true Firekeeper. Thank you for those beautiful made videos. I feel like we maidenless are blessed with someone like you in our community :) Keep up with the good work miss!!!

[@Jadan225]

Firekeeper Chalice! Love it 🥰

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you for this wonderful compliment :)))))) I am really happy that is the feeling/aura I put out there.

[@chuckrivas3746]

Such a warm gentle voice you have, love your videos

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so much!! Really happy you enjoy my videos and style!

[@azureascendant994]

Like Zorayas Boc is one character who needs a hug.

[@WondurLand64s]

Your voice makes my ears feel tingly and gentle

[@Carl-vx9ws]

I’m very new to this style of game. I’ve struggled but, made deliberate, slow progress. The byproduct of my journey is that I’ve slowed down, read items, paid attention to details so easily missed, not trying to go as fast as possible, when the journey is what makes for an enjoyable experience. This quest is a prime example, and I’m glad I paid attention. I couldn’t give him what he wanted but rather I gave him what he needed, even he was unaware of it. Thank you for your content. ✌🏼

[@user-cr4cj1fl8z]

Yeah thats the reason games like that are so loved. New players should never rush to beat the game , take as long as you like and enjoy the world and story you create. Have fun bro.

[@kemvaros5031]

This quest is also the one that proves our worth as Elden Lord, all creatures in the Lands Between are equally loved by us! Boc truly is beautiful.

[@xiledturtle766]

I refused to give him a tear, because I thought he was cool the way he was... I'm off to get the Beautiful thing imma make boc feel good about himself. Really love the video and the lessons behind the quest seem awesome

[@blavalley6780]

same, tried poses like bowing and shiz to try show i respected him as he is but nothing happened. Was super annoyed until i watched this, now to boost my little demi-homie's confidence.

[@dblsomeday]

Boc is one of my favorite characters in the game, I’m glad we can keep him alive by simply telling him he’s beautiful as is. I like to think he’s one of our main confidants when we do become Elden Lord. Great video, btw! Came across your channel a few days ago and I really enjoy the way you present the lore. Keep it up, can’t wait to see more!

[@youluvana]

Fun fact: You can use the "you're beautiful" item before he starts talking about Renala. Even before he moves to the capital. You can just use the item near him, whenever. And it skips the rebirth dialogue.

[@rowanhubert5148]

This was the saddest story in Elden Ring for me. I knew of the whole rebirth part of Boc’s quest so I actively avoided giving him a Larval tear. Little did I know that exhausting his dialogue in Leyndell would cause him to go to Raya Lucaria anyway. Sadder still is that I found this out after finding the prattling pate😔. I still haven't finished my first playthrough, but come NG+ I will save my precious semester

[@DiogenesDworkinson]

One step closer... To ABSOLUTE.

[@michaelwerkov3438]

Wait, how and why does he go to Raya lucaria anyway if he doesn't have a tear???

[@rowanhubert5148]

@@michaelwerkov3438 idk, all i know is that it was painful

[@Jormyyy]

Lady of the lore upload! And about the bestest most handsome lil lad, Boc 🥰

[@miss_chalice]

He's so dashing 🥰

[@bigscoff4728]

I love how much time and detail you put into your videos, on top of that your presence is so calming and I learn something new in each video. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm really happy you like my video style, I hope I keep bringing you peaceful and interesting videos!

[@leakybore2767]

I ended up loving boc, This questline was one of my favorites

[@tomrio9152]

He's one of the only characters you can give a good ending to, so I made sure that I would do it! Boc will always live in my playthroughs

[@Toxima]

Giving him the tear being considered a bad thing is kind of a matter of perspective honestly. If I could wake up in a body I didn’t hate and live like that for a day, I think I could die happy. No amount of Dark Souls Steve emotes could change that for me.

[@miss_chalice]

True, it is a matter of perspective. I think the saying "the grass is always greener on the other side" is pertinent here. Boc didn't necessarily know what he was getting into. If he had known he would become speechless and short-lived, he may have reconsidered.

[@RichyBearSlayer]

This was so heartfelt! I could feel you really did like this story. I'm still on my 1st playthrough so I didn't know you could actually kill him by giving him the larval tear. Great stuff as always ❤

[@lalakcj]

Your lore videos are fantastic. You genuinely add new dimensions of enjoyment to a game I already love. Thank you so much!

[@plankthereturn]

Thank you so much for starting this series you have a great voice for these. I could probably listen to you talk about any game or anything really

[@wilfredwayne7139]

My favourite prattling plate is the "let's get to it" one.

[@Xanger_Z]

Boc's quest is surely one of my favourites. Great video like always, your explenations are perfect and your voice is so calming and good ot hear

[@dylanlopes2022]

Stumbled upon this channel and got hooked love the videos, and how smooth you speak and explain the lore. Keep it up

[@heysketchadoodleart4973]

I didn't expect to find myself crying over an adorable demi-humans story while it was being described by one of the most calming voices I've heard in my life, but you know, I'm pretty sure I'm better off because of it. Thank you for this.

[@brds7638]

Totally didn't expect to cry watching this. Great content!

[@sarahthesarah2850]

Thank you for making this excellent video. Please continue to do so. I have heard this story before. The way you told it made it sink so much deeper. The good healing tears flowed abundantly and with ease thanks to you, Miss Chalice

[@Luxxxor]

Nice video. Your voice is so calming that you could talk about anything, I would still listen to it, but this is just a cherry on the top when you talk about a game I love, keep up the good work!

[@superwhatever4075]

Its boc o'clock! I'm enjoying these lore vids so much, you obviously put a ton of effort and honestly I think they are the best lore vids out there at the moment. Keep it up!

[@alialfaihani4865]

Ayyyy my fav lore youtuber is hereee

[@miss_chalice]

Hi!!! And thank you!

[@xolmrjesse5277]

I enjoy how in depth you make your videos, thank you and good work. Keep it up

[@iamdono]

because of this vid, i subbed. please make more of this. i played the game, but you obviously understand it! gave me tears..

[@ishfaqhamza6607]

It's so tragic also your voice is soothing and I'm waiting for the next lore video

[@esotericheretic3740]

In love with these videos. So good. Thank you so much for making these. They are so good. And you make it great with the way you explain everything. You're voice is the perfect voice for these videos. In love with this channel.

[@8486odin]

Unintentional ASMR for sure. Your voice is so soothing and comforting its hard to not be enthralled in your content. Thank you so much and I happily look forward for more videos like these.

[@benturner3458]

Your videos are amazing chalice. Very well researched and you put forward the lore in an intelligent and thought provoking way. And ngl your cheek dimples are also exceptionally cute. Many thanks and like many others on here I very much look forward to the next installment!

[@Jakob165]

Thank you soo much for making this video, boc is my absolute favorite npc and you did him so much justice I was nearly brought to tears. I'm only a recent sub but I look forward to your future videos, keep up the good work!

[@monkaru6988]

You’re very welcome miss chalice your videos are always pleasant to watch and your voice still amazing to hear please keep up the good work! 😀

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so much for your support! I appreciate your kind words, I hope you enjoy what I have in store next!

[@cavsfightingroom3692]

Saw this video in my timeline and man such a great video. I love the lore in elden ring and your voice is so calming and sweet, which make this informative video even better! Subscribed!

[@ilyana1126]

This video was excellent! Thank you for making this. Boc truly is one of my favorite characters in the game

[@H-F-A]

Thank you for these videos! :) I don't know if it's been said here and/or if you've heard the dialogue, but beyond Melina showing she cares about Boc in Liurnia, in the Altus Plateau where you can find Boc again, Melina will specifically tell you that he misses his mother and that he wants someone to tell him he's beautiful. Aside from literally telling us where to get the Prattling Pate, she very much tries to tell us exactly what we should do for Boc and cares a lot about his happiness.

[@arunaluheshitha8462]

He's such a precious friend... And thanks for making this awesome video!

[@quindecim3315]

Yay! Love ur content ! hope u continue making videos😊

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you for watching!! I will keep trying my best :)

[@starry-p]

i love listening and watching your videos while i draw or playing Elden Ring!

[@chipskyshart87]

The playthrough that I finally did Boc’s quest , i misunderstood the Fextralife guide and thought you were supposed to give him a Larval Tear and then call him beautiful. Imagine my disappointment when I find him dead after a respec

[@danielj3752]

Same! I was devestated 😩

[@tyrlant2189]

He died because you didn't care enough You monsters!

[@jamesmunro6264]

I love your videos. Your voice is so relaxing :)

[@gobsauce84]

You have such a sweet voice and explore the lore and it’s meaning with such joy and insight. Great work!

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so so much! I'm so pleased you enjoy my style 😊

[@joshuahall1952]

wow Miss lady your voice is like a lullaby this was a great video i missed his quest the first two times but i just started my 3rd go i will do his quest this go around.

[@sparkyclarkey]

Seeing tiktoks of boc was one of the things that made me want to get elden ring he's such a sweet wee character I love him sm

[@miss_chalice]

wee little lad, with the biggest of hearts. Really happy he was the reason you have got into Elden Ring :)

[@itslatinalina569]

I had no idea!!! I always thought this pate was beautiful in itself yet never really connected it to Boc even tho it was so obvious! I adore your videos a lot and your way of telling the story and the lore, is hard to find now, keep up with the amazing work!!!!

[@weeze9825]

Your elden ring videos are so insightful and relaxing, thanks for making them! :]

[@coeurdelune7353]

This quest almost made me cry, and I got the good ending. I really love your voice and your videos, you have voice to tell stories. Keep on keepin on lady :)

[@Tck911]

You have a truly beautiful voice :) thank you for the hard work that you put into your videos.

[@weeferooni]

id really like to know what happens if you say “not at all” when he asks if you really think he’s beautiful after using the prattling pate but i dont think i will ever be able to bring myself to be that mean to boc in my entire lifetime.

[@CamDaz]

Oh god after seeing this I feel so bad for missed him in my runs, amazing video as always

[@BEDLAMITE-5280ft.]

Your lore videos are the best by miles.

[@TheMalici0usM0nk3y]

First playthrough I heard his voice while he was disguised as the tree, but I couldn’t for the life of me find where he was. Second time around I made sure to find him. Boc the 🐐

[@HobbyAddict52]

Your content is so good I had to binge watch all your vids. Well done! I enjoy the Elden Ring lore so much, especially when being narrated by someone with such an incredible voice. On this play through I actually had to make it a point to tell Boc that he’s beautiful!😂😎😉

[@TwoLitre2727]

Oh Boc, our amazing little seamster. And your lore videos are amazing!

[@tylerpeterson19]

I don't know how many videos I will watch when you're done with the Elden Ring ones because I don't play many video games. But I promise that I will stay subscribed forever! Lol I'm that impressed with what your creating 😸

[@cammantia3482]

It’s nuts how much of this game I missed.

[@fabriceras9562]

I once saw him in the demi cave and exhausted his dialogue but didnt realize he had a whole storyline.Nice to know.Great voice you have btw

[@nin64]

Love these videos!

[@Brandybuck2000]

before i beat my first playthrough i made sure to get this little guys quest done for the sake of his self esteem home slice was worth all the looking stuff up XP

[@DzodinTheLordofBanelings]

That was extremely well structured and written video Miss chalice. It was a great and the light delving into acceptance was amazing and though provoking. Plus that outfit of yours Miss chalice? Gorgerous.

[@miss_chalice]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment and support! I'm happy that you enjoy my video style and outfit! I am trying to expand my wardrobe to fit the theming haha.

[@doug3691]

I didn't know Boc's story potentially had such a lovely ending. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@NaturalEntertainer85]

Heartbreaking, thanks for video 👍

[@GregorySpecter]

I'm not the biggest fan of Boc's quest, but I'll admit your video was a lovely telling of Boc's story. Nice work. I'm looking forward to the next video!

[@khadajhin8375]

God you're voice is so relaxing, you should do asmr or story reading for sleeping, something like that, I'm so in love with your voice 😍

[@matrf]

I did find him in my first playthrough. However I never found the caves for the second step. You videos are so relaxing. Keep up the good work.

[@fillosof66689]

8:59 Never have I received a brutal dressing down in a voice so soothing and charming. And it hits so much harder because in my case I didn't care much for Boc at that point of my first play through, overwhelmed with "more important" lore and deeper mysteries. So I just chucked the Larval Tear his way to progress the quest and didn't even start looking for him until the next time I wanted free garment upgrades...

[@ghostpants7930]

I knew you'd make one on Boc. Sweet boy needs his story told. :D

[@malikshabazz2065]

Awesome work! :-)

[@Lore-Collector]

Love these videos

[@IvanOoze1990]

I restarted my game twice just for my baby boy Boc, accidentally killed him and I was devastated, then I was later devastated again when I gave him the larval tear.

[@UnlimitedBlakeWorks]

Missed that one, damn good video

[@jackmeoff6064]

I didn't know you could use the "you're beautiful" prattling pate on Boc and I also (unintentionally) made Alexander my enemy during my first run. Gonna start my second run, if I can get our good companions the happy ending their deserve then it's worth going toe to toe with Malenia again.

[@ghostlygrinz796]

You got me crying! I didnt read the description 😢

[@GodMelvin]

I love it! Great video! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Reddragon2157]

Boc, a tragic yet triumphant character in his conveyance. Lovely video

[@legoincplx4x5]

Literally immediately went to go see Boc and use the Prattling Pate lol. Boc is best homie.

[@joltrail3588]

I only watched some playthroughs of this game and especially quests like this left me wondering how people could detect different paths. Just luck? Which then got collected? But apparently there are the ever so small hints left in various places, items and dialogues. And up to the player to make the connections. Differs a lot from more "casual" games in a sense, that all the information to solve something is bound in one location. Interesting. And thank you for the video :) Got a recommendation for another video of yours. And now captivated enough to go through the whole roster of videos, mostly about a game I never played :D a job well done.

[@JesseMcCullough]

This is a Souls game. If anything, I am more shocked by the fact that there is a happy ending for Boc. Will have to keep an eye out for that item.

[@axeg]

Even his lifeless body remained in that humilliating pose he always had when alive, his newfound appereance not granting him the confidence he wanted in the end

[@leecoffill8425]

Boc is precious - one of very few truly good people in the lands between, and that goodness, and sweetness, must be protected. My first play through, I misread the situation with the larval tear, and thought I was doing something good. When he died, I was devastated. At the time, I didn't even know about the "your beautiful" pate, but the description made me think of him as soon as I read it. So in NG+ I basically speedran to altus to progress his story and told him he was beautiful, and I was insanely happy to learn that you could save his life with a little bit of unconditional love and positive regard.

[@hiddenmimic5243]

I am loving this channel and I found Boc during my first playthrough. Honestly I find Boc to be my favorite npc in Elden Ring as he gave me motivation to become Elden Lord. When I first began the game, I didn't feel much attachment to the game nor even the title of Elden Lord. However, Boc gave me a reason simply by how much faith he had in me and his dream/goal to make clothes for me when I become a lord. As silly as it sounds, I found motivation because of him and I will protect this demi-human no matter what.

[@Cainfoe]

Your voice gives me peace

[@kalega311]

I did not discover Boc in my playthrough. :( I remember hearing the voice, but didn't actually find him. Now I'm glad I watched this. Thank you.

[@thebyk348]

The raging wolf helm looks surprisingly cute with the knight armor, unexpected drip combo💃

[@F3nres]

Your voice is great for bed time lore stories.

[@shiverbane9920]

This is my favorite npc in the game right next to millicent I am happy that I completed hid quest line properly and some how figured out I needed to use the carving I found way earlier. Thank God for the item description, thanks to that I got to keep my good boy.

[@DarkReaperK97]

With iron fist Alexander and blaidd dead. Boc is the only homie I has left.