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You'll have plenty of choices to make throughout your journey in AC Valhalla. It's true that many of these decisions won't have any great impact on the rest of the story, so in many cases you're free to pick whichever you feel is most natural for your Eivor. There are, however, more than a few actions or dialogue options dotted throughout that can change the ending you'll receive when you finally cross the finish line of Assassin's Creed Valhalla.
A lot of the choices you're faced with aren't always black and white—there's not always a clear right or wrong answer. And the same is true for the potentially story-altering decisions too, assuming you can even tell which ones those are. It's safe to say that any decision relating to Sigurd is going to be important so you should be especially careful with those choices. Though even then, the correct course isn't always clear-cut.
If you don't want to leave things to chance, or gamble with the ending you'll eventually receive, I've listed the AC Valhalla choices below, in a (somewhat) chronological order.At the very bottom of the page, you'll now find the answer to a major choice at the end of the new Wrath of the Druids DLC as well.
If you're worried about spoilers, please tread carefully here. The answer to each choice is listed below.
Banish or kill Gorm?
This is one of the first decisions you'll need to make in AC Valhalla. It comes while you're still in Norway, shortly after you defeat Kjotve and try to hunt down his fleeing son, Gorm. King Harald will ask you what should be done with Gorm and you'll be given three options to choose from.
- Kill him
- Banish him
- Let King Harald decide
The outcome will be the same whichever option you choose for the AC Valhalla Gorm decision, so it's entirely your choice.
Take the resources or leave them for Styrbjorn?
One of the first important choices in Assassin's Creed Valhalla will present itself fairly early on in the game, just before you leave for England. It happens during The Seas of Fate quest and you'll need to choose whether to take the resources gained from the Kjotve raid with you or leave them for Styrbjorn.
And while it's true that the extra resources would clearly be welcome for the journey ahead, what price will you pay later on? To be safe, you should leave the resources for Styrbjorn during the AC Valhalla leave or take the resources decision.
Stench of Treachery traitor choice
Shortly after you arrive in England and embark on the Grantebridgescire story arc, you are given The Stench of Treachery quest where you'll need to help Soma to figure out who has betrayed her. One of Soma's inner circle is the traitor and there will be some investigating to do to help you uncover which one it is. The choices here are:
- Lif
- Birna
- Galinn
The identity of the traitor is Galinn so you should choose him when given the option during the AC Valhalla traitor decision.
Kill or spare Leofrith?
During the Ledecestrescire story arc—and during the Heavy is the Head quest—you'll need to find Ceolbert. The quest marker points you in the right direction and you find him talking to Leofrith who you'll then need to fight. Once you've beaten him, you'll be presented with the following choices:
- Spare: Burgred abandoned you.
- Kill: Pray to your god now.
If the AC Valhalla spare or kill Leofrith decision has you stumped, the best option here is to spare Leofrith.
Should you punch Basim and Sigurd?
During the Blood from a Stone quest, which takes place during the Oxenefordescire story arc, Sigurd will try to make a deal with Lady Eadwyn but Eivor loses her temper and starts a fight. Afterwards, you'll be given several options when speaking with Sigurd and Basim.
There are three lots of options here and at least one can affect which ending you'll get.
You can choose either option for the first choice, Take a breath for the second, and Enough of this for the third. So no, you shouldn't resort to violence during the AC Valhalla Basim punch showdown.
Should you exile Lady Eadwyn?
At the end of The Saga Stone questline in Oxenefordscire, you'll be tasked with assaulting Lady Eadwyn's stronghold (Cyne Belle Castle). After you fight and defeat her, Eivor will be faced with two possible choices.
- Let her be exiled
- Let Geadric look after her
You are free to choose whichever option you like during the AC Valhalla Let her be exiled decision as it will have no bearing on anything that comes after
The Vault's identity
The AC Valhalla Closing the Vault quest is picked up partway into the Jorvik story arc. You are tasked with uncovering the identity of the Vault—one of the members of the Order of the Ancients and you'll have the chance to do a little digging to help you out. But once you reach the Yuletide feast, you'll need to make a decision and name one of the four possible suspects:
- Ricsige
- Faravid
- Audun
- Hjorr
The correct identity of the Vault is Audun so you should choose him during the AC Valhalla Closing the Vault decision.
Who should get the silver?
This choice happens during the Sciropescire story arc. You'll be given the War Weary quest and you'll need to follow Ceolbert to a cathedral and choose who to give 650 silver to in order to help bring about peace. There are various options available to you here:
- Gwriad
- Lady Angharad
- Ivarr
- Ynyr
- Have Eivor keep the silver
The results are pretty much the same whoever you give the silver to so your best bet is to let Eivor keep it during the AC Valhalla War Weary silver decision.
King Killer quest choice
You'll have a couple of choices to make during the King Killer quest which happens during the Sciropescire story arc. The first choice comes at the end of the boss fight, and the second choice happens when you return to Quatford and meet up with Ubba.
The first choice doesn't appear to have any bearing on the story, so it's up to you whether you want to deny or send Ivarr to Valhalla. For the second choice—when talking to Ubba—you should tell him that Ivarr died badly.
Should you give Dag his axe?
This choice will impact the ending of AC Valhalla so you'll need to think carefully—or follow the link further down—before you make a decision. The Brewing Storm quest triggers at a certain point in the game when you return to Ravensthorpe. Dag will confront you and, after a brutal scuffle, you'll need to make an important choice:
- Give Dag his axe
- Deny Dag his axe
You should give Dag his axe during the AC Valhalla Dag choice if you don't want to risk changing the ending.
Should you romance Randvi?
There are a few romance options in AC Valhalla and one of them presents itself to you midway through the game and this choice has the potential to change the ending of the game. During the Taken for Granted quest and after a bit of sightseeing with Randvi, she will admit her feelings for you and you'll be given three options to respond with.
- I feel the same way
- Now is not the right time
- I care for you as a friend
You should choose I care for you as a friend when you get the chance to romance AC Valhalla Randvi during the Taken for Granted quest.
Old Wounds traitor
During Essexe story arc, you'll be presented with the Old Wounds choice where you'll need to name the person who betrayed Rollo. This one is similar to the Stench of Treachery decision in Grantebridgescire and you'll have the opportunity to question both suspects and search around the camp for clues. The two suspects are:
- Gerhild
- Lork
The identity of the traitor is Gerhild so you should choose her during the AC Valhalla Old Wounds traitor decision.
Where the Stone Falls choice
The Where the Stone Falls choice is part of the Lincolnscire story arc. You'll need to help the region vote in a new ealdorman. You'll have three candidates to choose from and there's very little to go on to help you make your decision. The three options are:
- Aelfgar
- Hunwald
- Herefrith
You should pick either Aelfgar or Hunwald during the AC Valhalla Where the Stone Falls choice.
Should you agree with Sigurd's judgement?
You'll receive the Blame and Sail quest when you return to your settlement after finishing the Lincolnscire story arc and the consequences of this can affect the ending of Assassin's Creed Valhalla. You'll need to settle a dispute that's broken out between Holger and Gudrun. The decision on who to side with isn't really important here but Sigurd will return to Ravensthorpe as you make the call. You'll have the following—important—choices:
- The judgement is unfair
- I support Sigurd's judgement
You should support Sigurd's judgement here if you want the best ending for Assassin's Creed Valhalla.
Of Blood and Bonds decision
This choice comes right at the end of the Eurviscire story arc. During the Of Blood and Bonds quest, you'll be at a feast and you'll need to confront one of two people that you've been working with to forge an alliance there. The choices here are:
- You're insane, Halfdan
- Stand down or fight me, Faravid
This is one of the more difficult choices you'll be presented with as you really don't want to mess up the alliance. The best option here is Stand down or fight me, Faravid when it's time to confront either AC Valhalla Halfdan or Faravid.
Ciara's fate
This choice is at the end of the Wrath of the Druids DLC main mission, in which you'll need to decide a fate for Ciara. By the time you get here, you'll know that Ciara believes that she needs to die to prevent the Children of Danu's plots, but the choice is up to Eivor:
- An honorable death
- I can't kill you
This choice is really up to you, because the Lia Fail stone gets destroyed whether or not you kill Ciara. Her friend Deidre will refer to your choice later, but other than that your decision doesn't appear to change events at large.
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FAQs
Here are the choices you should make in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? ›
While most of the choices beyond the Sigurd strikes don't “matter,” a small handful of them can impact certain NPCs sticking around in your base settlement. These choices don't materially alter the game's story, but it does have those folks hang out in your home base.
What are the 5 major choices in AC Valhalla? ›- Seas of Fate - Take or leave resources.
- The Stench of Treachery - Who is Soma's traitor?
- Heavy Is the Head - Kill or spare Leofrith.
- A Fury from the Sea - Kill or spare Rued.
- Blood from a Stone - Punch Basim or take a breath.
- Let Stybjorn keep the resources. This is in Assassin's Creed Valhalla's prologue.
- Don't sleep with Sigurd's wife Randvi. This seems obvious, but she will lay it on thick. ...
- Don't punch Sigurd. ...
- Give Dag his axe back. ...
- Support Sigurd's judgment.
- Do not steal Styrbjorn's resources before you head to England.
- Pick the correct traitor in Grantebridge - click for details.
- Spare Leofrith in Ledecestrescire.
- Spare Rued in East Anglia, then let Oswald fight him later.
While most of the choices beyond the Sigurd strikes don't “matter,” a small handful of them can impact certain NPCs sticking around in your base settlement. These choices don't materially alter the game's story, but it does have those folks hang out in your home base.
Who should Eivor choose? ›Assassin's Creed Valhalla's romance options give Eivor the chance to grow close with many different NPCs, but the best choice is the hunter Petra.
What is the right choice with Randvi? ›Those who romance Randvi immediately after her Taken for Granted quest will net a strike and a pretty bad tongue lashing from Sigurd. That being said, a strike can be considered a small price to pay. Those who are impatient can romance Randvi right away with this in mind.
Which Eivor is best in Valhalla? ›Choosing a male or a female Eivor is equally valid with no major repercussions beyond the character model. Things were very different in Assassin's Creed Odyssey, where choosing one made the other one the villain. There's nothing of that level of importance with Eivor.
Is Eivor the most powerful Assassin? ›To put it in simpler terms, the Eagle Bearer and Eivor are the two strongest assassins in the history of the franchise. They were a master of stealth, combat, and almost any other skill you could name.
Can Eivor get married in ac valhalla? ›Players will, again, be able to pursue a gluttony of romantic options throughout the game, with the chance to engage in Viking weddings a very real option. Lead producer Julien Laferriere of Ubisoft Montreal revealed the feature in an interview with Eurogamer.
Who is the best romance in Valhalla? ›
Throughout their journey, Eivor will meet several lovable characters with whom they can become intimate, but out of all of Assassin's Creed Valhalla's romance options, Petra stands out as the best of the lot.
How many endings does Valhalla have? ›Assassin's Creed Valhalla technically has two endings, since the crucial changes that alter Sigurd's opinion of Eivor do provide consequences. However, these consequences are fairly minor since the finale of Eivor and Sigurd's adventure isn't the end of the game.
Does Eivor know she is Odin? ›This incident gained Eivor the nickname of "Wolf-Kissed", and from that age on, she began hearing the voice of Odin, her Isu incarnation, in her head, although she did not realize it.
Should I be male or female in Valhalla? ›Unlike in previous games in the Assassin's Creed series, the answer is relatively simple: whichever one you want. According to developers working on Assassin's Creed Valhalla, the male and female versions of Eivor are technically exactly the same character.
Should I date Randvi or not? ›The safest choice here is to pick I care for you as a friend. But if you have your heart set on romancing AC Valhalla Randvi, all is not lost. You will be able to hook up with her later on safely, after Sigurd and Randvi break up. This way, you won't upset Sigurd and risk the ending you'll get.
What character to choose in Valhalla? ›As Let the Animus choose is the default option, this suggests female Eivor is the canonical choice for Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, as Let the Animus choose will opt for female Eivor for the 'real world' sections - which is the bulk of the game.
Who is the best wife for Eivor? ›Best Romance In Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Petra
In the Huntress, Eivor helps Petra take down a pack of wolves.
- 1 Petra. Petra is AC Valhalla's best romance option, because unlike Randvi, wooing her has no negative consequences on the game's story or ending.
- 2 Randvi. ...
- 3 Estrid. ...
- 4 Tarben. ...
- 5 Stigr. ...
- 6 Ciara. ...
- 7 Vili. ...
- 8 Tewdwr. ...
Randvi is Eivor's brother Sigurd's wife. Choosing this romance option will alter Eivor's relationship with Sigurd and will have an effect on the main story. To begin the romance with her, players will need to have a level 3 settlement.
Can you romance Randvi as a female? ›Assassin's Creed Valhalla gives you several romantic options, but many of them are just flings. One of the more substantial relationships is the one you can share with Randvi. She's an entertaining character that either a male or female Eivor can pursue.
How do I get a girlfriend in Valhalla? ›
Build the Hunter's Shack and complete the first quest Petra gives you. Afterwards, she will invite you for an archery contest, and ask you out at the end. Broder will ask if you want to have sex during Oswald's wedding. Say yes.
Can I be with Randvi and Petra? ›Can I romance both Petra and Randvi? And yes i can take both randvi and petra to bed. With petra thou i can also choose to spend the day aswell (archery training, drinking etc.) Also romanced broder so thats 3 romances i got going at the same time.
What gender should Eivor be? ›While the player's choice doesn't affect the story, there's still a canon gender for Eivor, which is female. But instead of this being a random choice given during development, the game also justifies this with the character's name.
Which is the true Eivor? ›Female Eivor
This isn't a coincidence as Eivor Varinsdottir is technically the canon version of Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, with her male counterpart being someone else entirely.
Edward Kenway was a morally reprehensible person at the start of his story, but eventually had a revelation and pursued noble goals and came to terms with his wrongs. Eivor however remains Evil throughout.
Can Eivor win against Odin? ›With the axe unequipped, Odin loses his control over Eivor.
Valhalla players need only to run towards Sigurd, to end this fight and trigger a cutscene. Assassins Creed Valhalla has many tough fights and challenges, yet the ultimate Norse god becomes powerless if players refuse to fight him in the first place.
The main part of the game begins in 872 CE, by which point Eivor is supposed to be a 25-year-old Viking.
Which assassin is the most skilled? ›Ezio is one of the most popular characters in the entire Assassin's Creed franchise so it's no surprise that he takes the top spot as the deadliest assassin. He stars in Assassin's Creed II, Brotherhood, and Revelations in addition to an array of merchandise and even an animated short film.
Do Eivor and Kassandra hook up? ›"I don't necessarily mean romantic, but there is tension." She further clarified that there's no explicit flirting available between Kassandra and Eivor, but the two can forge a connection through a bit of a rivalry--both protagonists have a bit of an ego after all, and both take pleasure in outwitting and teasing ...
Should Eivor sleep with Broder? ›There's no repercussions for either choice, so players should go with whichever option sounds more entertaining to them. It seems equally likely that Eivor would have forgotten which brother they just slept with, so canonically speaking it seems like either answer would be fine as well.
Why is Sigurd special? ›
Sigurd is the reincarnation of Tyr, the Norse god of war and justice. This is highlighted by the fact that both sound the same and they end up having an arm amputated at some point.
Can you cheat on Randvi? ›As for adultery against Randvi as opposed to with her, Eivor's flings escape Randvi's attention. For instance, sleeping with the Frankish noble Estrid at the end of the Essexe quest line will not affect Eivor's relationship with Randvi.
Who is a permanent romance in AC Valhalla? ›During the fishing trip Tarben will offer up his feelings to Eivor, giving you the chance to say that you feel the same, or to let him down easy. If you choose to go with Tarben, then this will become a permanent relationship, breaking off any other flings you might have going at the time.
Is it better to date Petra or Randvi? ›As such, each player can find the Viking partner of their dreams - but those seeking the absolute best romance option in AC Valhalla should pursue Petra in particular.
Does Eivor lose an eye? ›Pinned Locked Moved Unsolved Eivor's eye is missing after completing Dawn of Ragnarok and returning to England. So upon finishing dawn of Ragnarok and returning to England, Evior is still missing an eye, and by discussing this with fellow gamers I realized that this is a bug.
Can you make Sigurd stay? ›Selecting 'I understand your anger' results in Sigurd staying in Norway and Eivor becomes the jarl of Ravensthorpe. Selecting 'Your place is here' results in the same outcome - Sigurd remains and Eivor becomes the jarl of Ravensthorpe (A Quiet Homecoming).
How long does it take to 100% Valhalla? ›When focusing on the main objectives, Assassin's Creed Valhalla is about 60½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 141 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
Where is Eivor buried? ›Early on in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, fans learn that Eivor's body was ultimately buried in Vinland, but it's unknown why.
Is Basim a good or bad guy? ›Type of Villain
Basim Ibn ishaq is one of the two overarching antagonists of Assassin's Creed franchise, alongside Alfred the Great. Serving as the main antagonist of Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, and will return as the main protagonist of the upcoming Assassin's Creed: Mirage.
In old Norse, Sigurd comes from the name Sigurðr, and means victory and guard. He is well known as a descendant of the Norse god Odin, which aligns with the Völsunga Saga because his family line begins with Sigi, a son of Odin.
Why does Dag hate Eivor? ›
Eivor became Sigurd's adopted sister and thus his closest companion. This invoked Dag's jealousy, who believed that Eivor stole his destiny and would-be glory. Despite this, Dag kept these thoughts to himself and never told Sigurd, remaining loyal to him throughout their years together.
Who should I choose to replace Hemming Jarl? ›Choosing Vili to be the next Jarl means that he will not join you in Ravensthorpe. Choosing Trygve results in Vili joining your crew and you can assign him to your raiding party.
Should I choose Hunwald or Aelfgar? ›If you choose Hunwald then Aelfgar will assist him in his decision-making within Lincolnscire, so you will have both Hunwald's love for the region with Aelfgar's experience. However, it is better to choose Aelfgar because this will send Hunwald to Ravensthorpe to live out his days with Swanburrow.
What is the right choice for Faravid AC Valhalla? ›If you choose to side with Faravid, the consequences of getting it "wrong" are quite mild. However, your immediate goal in this quest is to secure an alliance with Halfdan. With that in mind, it's pretty clear that the game considers Option 2 — "Stand down or fight me, Faravid" — to be the "correct" path.
Is Eivor A Boy or a girl? ›The canon version of Eivor is the female version, as the male version of Eivor was only playable during the Asgard and Jotunheim story arcs that take place at specific times in the story.
Is Sigurd actually a God? ›In Norse mythology, Sigurd is not a god. He is considered to be a descendent of Odin, as his ancestor Sigi was known to be a son of Odin.
Can Eivor become Jarl? ›Selecting 'I understand your anger' results in Sigurd staying in Norway and Eivor becomes the jarl of Ravensthorpe. Selecting 'Your place is here' results in the same outcome - Sigurd remains and Eivor becomes the jarl of Ravensthorpe (A Quiet Homecoming).
Should I give Ivar his AXE or not? ›Send Ivarr to Valhalla: If you choose to send Ivarr to Valhalla, you'll place his axe on his chest. He'll die claiming he can hear the wings of the Valkyrie. Deny Ivarr Valhalla: Denying him Valhalla will see Eivor kicking his axe out of reach, and he'll die with you telling him he's Helheim bound.
Is Aelfgar the right choice? ›Aelfgar: Aelfgar obviously tried really hard to convince you that he's a capable fighter and hunter, and that may have put you off him... However, choosing him is also a "right" choice. Pick him and the result is that both Hunwald and his Danish sweetheart move to Ravensthorpe.
Who should I choose Lincolnscire? ›To sum up, when you're choosing the Lincolnscire Ealdorman: Don't choose Bishop Herefrith, just don't do it. If you choose Hunwald, he's happy and Swanburrow comes to Ravensthrope. If you choose Aelfgar, Hunwald is upset, but he joins Swanburrow to live in Ravensthorpe.
Who is the best choice for the shiremoot? ›
The best choice is either Hunwald or Aelfgar as they seem to be good men, but both lacking in a way. If you choose Hunwald, he will be the ealdorman but will not join you as a member of your settlement.
Is Faravid trying to betray Halfdan? ›Faravid does not admit to going against Halfdan, but he shares that he used to let his king win in the horse races of his youth -- and that he wouldn't fight him and just let him win again. Halfdan is angered by this and smashes his head in with his warhammer, killing him. Halfdan honors his alliance with Eivor.
How should I say Ivarr died? ›What Should You Tell Halfdan About His Brother, Ivarr? You can tell Halfdan that his brother either died a warrior or a coward. We chose to say as a coward since Ivarr is a traitor. The outcome will basically be the same no matter what dialogue option you select.
Does Eivor fight for Halfdan? ›Eivor: We all fight for Halfdan, and for Northumbria. Ricsige: Loyal to the bone, aren't you?