Valhalla's Hidden Halls: How to Unlock the Super Secret Ending (Without Odin Stealing Your Popcorn)
You've raided your fill of monasteries, romanced enough Anglo-Saxons to fill a mead hall, and probably gotten lost chasing glowing blue dots a few too many times. But hold up, fellow Vikingr (or Viking wannabe), there's still a secret a-brewin' in Assassin's Creed Valhalla! That's right, a super secret ending that'll have you saying "Huginn and Muninn, what was that?!"
Warning: This guide involves a healthy dose of puzzle-solving and a smidge of following glowing breadcrumbs. But fear not, even a raider with the navigational skills of a drunken squirrel can unearth this secret with a little help (and maybe a helpful raven).
Step 1: Embrace the Weird: Animus Anomalies
Forget those pesky world events for a sec. We're on the hunt for some funky glowing spots called Animus Anomalies. These bad boys look like someone spilled a rave in the middle of England and Norway. Think Tron meets Stonehenge.
Pro-Tip: There's ten of these anomalies scattered like Odin's beard across the map. You'll find them marked with a weird swirly symbol – don't miss it, it's the only warning you get before Eivor gets sucked into a light show.
Step 2: Become a Disco Viking: Solving the Anomalies
Now, here's the tricky part. Each anomaly throws you into a funky light puzzle. Think laser tag on acid, but way less dangerous (hopefully). You gotta use your trusty axe (because what else would a Viking use?) to manipulate light beams and create pathways.
Side Hustle: These puzzles might make you feel like you're trapped in a 70s disco ball, but they're actually pretty fun. Consider it a chance to unleash your inner light-bending Viking maestro.
Step 3: Patience, Grasshopper
There's no pillaging your way through these puzzles. They require some finesse and maybe a smidge of patience. Don't get discouraged if you mess up – Odin only knows how many times Eivor face-planted into a glowing beam before getting it right.
Step 4: Behold! The Super Secret Cutscene (Don't Blink!)
Once you've conquered all ten anomalies, something magical happens. After you complete the main story (and wipe away any tears you might have shed – no spoilers!), a brand new cutscene will appear. This, my friend, is the secret ending you've been waiting for.
Remember: Unlike those tasty raid chests, this ending is all about the lore. So grab some mead, settle in, and prepare to have your mind mildly boggled.
Congratulations! You've unlocked Valhalla's best-kept secret (though honestly, with a guide this good, how secret can it really be?). Now you can go back to raiding and romancing, secure in the knowledge that you've truly experienced everything Assassin's Creed Valhalla has to offer. Unless, of course, there's another hidden hot tub level we haven't found yet...
