During the Sciropescire arc in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, players face one of the game's most intense narrative dilemmas following the battle with Ivarr the Boneless. After defeating him in a tense confrontation, Eivor is forced to decide whether to place an axe in his hand to grant him safe passage to the hall of the slains. Understanding the immediate and long-term implications of sending Ivarr to Valhalla or denying his last wish helps players make a choice that aligns with their personal roleplay goals.
Context Behind the Boss Fight with Ivarr
Ivarr's ruthless pursuit of glory culminates in a shocking betrayal when he admits to killing young Ceolbert to reignite the war with King Rhodri. This betrayal forces Eivor into a duel to the death against a warrior who values battle above all else. Once his health bar is depleted, a dramatic cutscene triggers where Ivarr asks for his axe as he takes his final breath.
Consequences of Sending Ivarr to Valhalla
Choosing to send Ivarr to Valhalla means placing his weapon on his chest to honor Norse warrior traditions regardless of his actions. This decision allows players to show respect to a legendary viking figure who spent his life seeking a warrior's death. Later when speaking to his brother Ubba, telling him the truth or saying he died well creates a positive outcome for your relationship.
Consequences of Denying Ivarr Valhalla
Denying Ivarr his axe serves as punishment for his deceptive actions and the tragic murder of Ceolbert. By withholding the axe, Eivor symbolically condemns his soul to Helheim rather than the glorious afterlife he sought. However, denying him Valhalla can complicate future dialogue options with Ubba depending on how honestly you report the event.
What to Tell Ubba in Quatford
After the encounter, players must return to Quatford to report Ivarr's fate to his brother Ubba. If you denied Ivarr Valhalla, selecting the option to state that he died badly ensures honesty and prevents Ubba from becoming hostile later in the campaign. Telling the truth keeps the peace with the Ragnarssons while ensuring your story progression remains smooth throughout the world.
