A scenic view of Majula at sunset in Dark Souls II

Three Faces of Silence in Dark Souls: Firelink Shrine & Majula

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