Assassin's Creed Valhalla expands its historical horizons with the addition of the mysterious Tombs of the Fallen, an update that introduces intricate ancient crypts across England. These burial grounds are filled with challenging environmental puzzles, traps, and unique rewards that require logical thinking and acute awareness. Exploring these underground structures allows players to test Eivor's limits beyond the usual combat loop.
Discovering the Forgotten Entrances Across England
Unlocking these forgotten monuments requires visiting Manius's Sanctum, located right across the river from Ravensthorpe. After investigating this initial spot, players can find additional maps and geometric markers that point to the remaining tombs hidden in distant regions. The subsequent major crypts are situated in East Anglia, Sciropescire, and Yorkshire, requiring extensive map exploration to pinpoint their hidden entryways.
Finding each specific location involves looking for giant blue carvings etched onto rock faces, which materialize once you get close enough. Tracking these hidden entrances gives you a reason to revisit old areas with a completely fresh perspective on exploration. Once inside, players must utilize specialized traversal mechanics to navigate the dark paths safely.
Mastering the pressure plates and weight mechanics
The core puzzle loop within each tomb centers around heavy pressure plates that dictate the opening of central vault chambers. To activate these mechanisms, Eivor must locate movable pillars, spherical orbs, and heavy blocks scattered throughout adjacent rooms. Finding the exact pathways to transport these objects without triggering floor traps constitutes the main challenge of each area.
Many rooms require players to shoot down hanging platforms or destroy weak walls to reveal missing puzzle pieces. Managing these weighted objects forces you to slow down and map out your movements through the dangerous terrain. Success relies heavily on understanding how different environmental weights interact with the ancient mechanisms.
Reaping Rewards and Unlocking the Fallen Hero Armor Set
Completing all the puzzles within these dangerous ruins allows players to acquire pieces of the highly sought-after Fallen Hero armor set. Each chest discovered at the end of a tomb grants armor that significantly upgrades Eivor's defensive statistics. Collecting these artifacts not only provides tactical advantages in regular combat but also solves ancient mysteries tied to Britain's historical myths.
Beyond the primary equipment pieces, players can discover hidden artifacts that pave the way for future exploration. These specialized tokens serve as keys to unlocking deeper secrets hidden within the ultimate sanctuary chamber. Gathering every single reward confirms your mastery over the ancient structural enigmas scattered throughout England.