A scenic view of Majula at sunset in Dark Souls II

Why Does Majula Feel Like Home in Dark Souls? - Bachelard's Poetics of Space

Why does the Dark Souls atmosphere haunt us long after we stop playing? Using Gaston Bachelard’s poetics of space, this essay explores the silence of Firelink Shrine and Majula, revealing how these hub worlds function as shelters, memories, and tombs.

September 13, 2025 · 8 min · Seditious Thoughts