Closing The Vault AC Valhalla Quest Walkthrough And Choices
The Closing the Vault quest in Assassin's Creed Valhalla serves as the climactic conclusion to the Jorvik storyline. Players must navigate through political tension, investigate hidden clues in the city archives, and uncover the identity of a dangerous Order of the Ancients member known as The Vault. This guide provides a full walkthrough of the quest objectives, suspect interactions, and key decision-making consequences.
Investigating the Archives for Key Clues
To begin the mission, Eivor must meet with Ljufvina and head toward Jorvik's archives to search for evidence. Inspecting the documents inside reveals critical background information regarding the suspects and past transactions involving city resources. Searching the area thoroughly using Odin's Sight ensures players collect all necessary hints before advancing to the public feast.
While exploring the premises, players discover a suspicious letter and learn details about a poisoned shipment of wine meant for the celebration. Recognizing that the wine is tainted provides key context for evaluating how each suspect behaves when offered a drink. Once all clues are gathered from the archives, head directly to the Yuletide feast at the Jorvik Theatre.
Interrogating the Suspects at the Yuletide Feast
Upon arriving at the theater, speak with Ljufvina to review the current list of key suspects: Faravid, Hjorr, Ricsige, and Audun. Interacting with each individual provides subtle hints regarding their involvement and personal motivations. For instance, Faravid prefers ale over wine, while Audun is responsible for procuring the wine supply.
Observing these conversations closely reveals that Audun is the only individual who actively avoids drinking the poisoned wine he provided. Identifying this detail allows players to confidently determine who holds the true identity of The Vault. After completing all dialogue options, report your conclusions to Ljufvina to trigger the formal accusation scene.
Accusing and Eliminating The Vault
When prompted to make your choice, point out Audun as The Vault. Interestingly, choosing a different suspect does not alter the overall narrative outcome because Audun will reveal himself regardless. A chaotic cutscene follows as the poisoned wine takes effect on the unsuspecting guests, starting an immediate combat sequence.
Once the cutscene ends, ignore the regular guards and focus entirely on chasing down Audun as he attempts to flee the amphitheater. A well-placed ranged attack or swift sprint allows you to close the distance and execute the assassination. After eliminating the target, confirm the kill to eliminate the Order's presence in the city.
Final Choices and Quest Rewards
After defeating Audun, regroup with Ljufvina near the river before returning to the Royal Hall to speak with Ricsige. During the final conversation, King Ricsige asks Eivor how to distribute the stolen silver recovered from the Order. You can choose whether to return the silver to the local merchants or use it to fund Halfdan's ongoing war efforts.
Returning the silver to the merchants is widely considered the proper choice since the funds originally belonged to them. This decision also reflects positively during later dialogue when speaking with Halfdan in Eurvicscire. Completing this dialogue successfully concludes the Jorvik storyline arc, securing a valuable alliance for the Raven Clan.