The Tombs of the Fallen expansion in Assassin's Creed Valhalla introduces environmental puzzles and ancient secrets hidden across England. These subterranean dungeons test your navigation skills while offering some of the most powerful gear available in the game. Understanding where to find these ancient chambers and what treasures they yield will help you optimize your journey.
Starting the Quest and Finding the Initial Tombs
Your search begins near Ravensthorpe by investigating unusual activity along the riverbank. The first site you discover is Manius' Sanctum, which serves as a brief tutorial for the mechanics used throughout the tombs. Inside this initial vault, you will discover a large carved map that highlights the locations of additional sites hidden across the countryside.
To pinpoint tombs on your main map, travel to the general area indicated by the carved tablet and call upon your raven. A massive, swirling blue energy column will mark the exact entrance to the underground structure. Key locations include East Anglia for the Boudicca Tomb, Sciropescire for the Cassivellaunus Tomb, and Eurvicscire for the Venutius Tomb.
Unlocking the Fallen Hero Armor Set
Exploring the initial set of tombs rewards players with pieces of the legendary Fallen Hero armor set. Each tomb contains a central burial chamber housing a specific piece of armor, such as the cape, chestpiece, or helm. Completing all four initial tombs allows you to wear the entire matching set.
This armor set is highly prized by players due to its powerful set bonuses and defensive capabilities. Equipping the full set creates a pulse that damages nearby enemies and knocks them back when taking damage. It provides a huge tactical advantage for melee combat in challenging end-game content.
New Tombs and Weapon Rewards
Subsequent game updates expanded the collection by introducing three additional tombs filled with molten lava and complex water hazards. These advanced trials require careful timing, precise platforming, and clever use of moveable pressure plates. Navigating these treacherous depths reveals deeper lore regarding ancient civilizations.
Reaching the end of these additional challenges grants powerful new weapons rather than armor pieces. Players can acquire Verica's Sickle, Togodomnus' Bearded Axe, and the formidable Blazing Sword. Togodomnus' Bearded Axe is especially popular because it delivers massive attack increases during one-on-one combat scenarios.
Tips for Navigating Ancient Puzzles
Every tomb features environmental obstacles that require careful observation to overcome safely. Look out for hidden key locations, destructible wooden barriers, and heavy stone pedestals that must be dragged onto pressure plates. Bringing extra arrows and keeping food rations full will help you survive unexpected traps.
Make sure to thoroughly explore every room before exiting the tomb area. Many vaults contain hidden side passages with artifacts and secondary chests filled with valuable resources. Collecting every artifact is required if you wish to fully solve the final mystery behind the tombs.
