The Stevetendo Show returns to Elden Ring with level grinding against Margit
The Shacknews stream series resumes its Elden Ring playthrough after a hiatus, tackling the first major boss fight and exploring weapon upgrades and character builds.

The Stevetendo Show is back with Elden Ring this week after a few weeks away. Host Steve returns to the playthrough to level up and take another shot at Margit, the first major boss in the game.
Steve notes the difficulty spike after multiple attempts against Margit. "We took on the first major boss in the game, Margit, and had our face kicked in several times," he explained, adding that grinding for levels will be necessary before the next encounter.
Beyond leveling, the stream will focus on weapon selection and character build decisions. Steve is still searching for a weapon that matches his playstyle and is considering a heavy strength build to increase attack power. He referenced his previous Dark Souls 1 playthrough on the show, where character build choices shaped the entire campaign.
The Stevetendo Show airs tonight at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET on the Shacknews Twitch channel, with regular showings every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Monday episodes air at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET for those who cannot watch live.
Upcoming on the series is continued Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave gameplay, currently in the middle of Lida's story. The show also recently completed The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and is searching for a replacement title. Steve is also accepting suggestions for spooky games to play during October.
Sources
- ShacknewsEstablished publication · recorded Oct 1, 2026ShackStream: Elden Ring on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 754
