Assassin's Creed Valhalla
Assassin's Creed Valhalla

Factions & Alliances

Master Assassin's Creed Valhalla's Factions & Alliances system. Learn to forge bonds with key groups and expand Ravensthorpe's influence for your clan's benefi.

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Factions & Alliances

Forging strong alliances is the bedrock of Eivor's journey in England, crucial for expanding Ravensthorpe and securing your clan's future. This section details the key factions you'll encounter, how to navigate their political landscapes, and the rewards for successful diplomacy.

The Raven Clan & Ravensthorpe

Your primary faction is the Raven Clan, led by Eivor. Ravensthorpe serves as your base of operations, and its growth is directly tied to the alliances you forge. Each successful alliance pledge in England contributes to Ravensthorpe's development, unlocking new buildings, services, and story progression.

  • Pledge to Territories: The Alliance Map in Ravensthorpe, accessible via Randvi, is your central hub for pledging alliances. Each pledge initiates a new arc of quests in a specific territory.
  • Growth and Rewards: Completing territory arcs not only strengthens your clan but also rewards you with resources, experience, and often new crew members or unique gear. For instance, completing the Grantebridgescire arc helps establish your foothold, while the Ledecestrescire arc introduces you to important allies like Ivarr and Ubba Ragnarsson.

Key English Factions & Territories

England is a mosaic of Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, each with its own rulers, internal conflicts, and potential for alliance. Understanding their dynamics is vital.

Mercia

A powerful kingdom in central England, Mercia is often a hotbed of political intrigue. Your alliances here are critical for expanding your influence.

  • Ledecestrescire: Your first major foray into Mercia.
    • Objective: Help the sons of Ragnar, Ivarr and Ubba, depose the current king, Burgred.
    • Walkthrough:
      1. Begin the quest "The Kingmaker" by speaking with Randvi.
      2. Travel to Ledecestre and meet Ivarr Ragnarsson.
      3. Follow Ivarr's lead to track down Burgred. This involves investigating clues in Repton and Tamworth Fortress.
      4. Eventually, you'll confront and capture Burgred in the crypts of Templebrough Fort.
      5. Return to Tamworth and participate in the Witan, where Ceolwulf is chosen as the new king.
    • Reward: Alliance with Mercia, establishing Ceolwulf as a friendly ruler, and access to the settlement of Repton.
  • Grantebridgescire: Located east of Ledecestrescire, this territory offers another early alliance opportunity.
    • Objective: Assist Soma and her loyalists against Wigmund, who has usurped her leadership.
    • Walkthrough:
      1. Pledge to Grantebridgescire on the Alliance Map.
      2. Travel to Grantebridge and meet Soma.
      3. Complete the quests "The Great Scattered Army" and "Glory Regained" to identify the traitor among Soma's inner circle (Birna, Lif, or Galinn).
      4. Participate in the assault on Grantebridge to reclaim it from Wigmund.
    • Reward: Alliance with Grantebridgescire, Soma as an ally, and Birna joining your Raven Clan crew (if she is not the traitor).
  • East Anglia: A rich and fertile land with a strong Anglo-Saxon presence.
    • Objective: Help Oswald become the rightful king and unite the region.
    • Walkthrough:
      1. Pledge to East Anglia.
      2. Meet Finnr and Oswald in Northwic.
      3. Complete quests like "A Triumphant Return" and "Wedding Horns" to secure Oswald's claim and defeat Rued.
    • Reward: Alliance with East Anglia, a strong trading partner, and Finnr joining your crew.

Northumbria

The northern kingdom, often plagued by internal strife and Danish incursions. Your involvement here can be complex.

  • Jorvik: A major city within Northumbria, held by the Danes.
    • Objective: Uncover the Order of Ancients' presence and influence the city's future.
    • Walkthrough:
      1. Pledge to Jorvik on the Alliance Map.
      2. Travel to Jorvik and meet Ljufvina.
      3. Engage in detective work, completing quests like "A City of Greed" and "Burning the Firebrand" to expose and eliminate Order members.
    • Reward: Weakening of the Order of Ancients, and a stable, albeit Danish-controlled, Jorvik.

Wessex

The powerful kingdom of King Alfred, your primary antagonist. Direct alliances here are rare, but undermining Alfred's influence is a constant objective.

  • Hamtunscire: The final territory in the main storyline, where you confront Alfred's forces.
    • Objective: Participate in the final push against King Alfred and the Order of Ancients.
    • Walkthrough: This arc is unlocked after completing most other alliances. It involves a large-scale assault on Alfred's forces.
    • Reward: The culmination of the main story and the defeat of the Order of Ancients.

The Siege of Paris DLC Factions

The Siege of Paris DLC introduces new factions and a distinct political landscape in Francia.

West Francia

Ruled by King Charles the Fat, West Francia is a kingdom on the brink of war with the Norse. Your alliances here are more about strategic maneuvering than permanent pledges.

  • Pledge to Melunois: Your entry point into Francia.
    • Objective: Gain the trust of the local resistance and understand the political climate.
    • Walkthrough:
      1. Travel to Francia and meet Toka.
      2. Complete the initial quests like "Warlord of Melun" to establish your presence.
    • Reward: Access to the resistance network and further quests in Francia.
  • The Bellatores Dei (God's Warriors): A fanatical group within Francia.
    • Objective: Infiltrate and dismantle their operations.
    • Strategy: Use stealth and observation to identify key members and their strongholds, such as the Saint-Germain district in Paris.
    • Reward: Weakening of a hostile faction, often yielding unique gear or schematics.

Order of Ancients

While not an alliance, the Order of Ancients is a pervasive faction you'll constantly work against. Eliminating their members is crucial for both story progression and obtaining powerful gear.

  • Identifying Members: Clues to Order members are found throughout England, often in hidden notes, letters, or by completing specific quests.
  • Medallions: Each eliminated Order member drops an Order Medallion. Collect these and turn them in to Hytham in Ravensthorpe for rewards, including the Raven Clan Helmet and the Raven Clan Bracers.
  • The Father: The ultimate target, revealed only after eliminating all other Order members.