What Level Can I Get Thor’s Hammer in AC Valhalla? A Comprehensive Guide

The short answer is: You can acquire Mjolnir, Thor’s legendary hammer, at any level in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, provided you have completed the main storyline and have acquired all the necessary gear. The game doesn’t gate access based on your character’s level but on progression through the narrative and collecting specific items. Therefore, while a specific level isn’t a requirement, reaching the latter stages of the game, typically after completing the main story in England, is necessary to unlock the area where Mjolnir is located and to gain access to the required armor.

The Journey to Claim Mjolnir

Getting your hands on Thor’s hammer isn’t simply a case of strolling up and picking it up. It’s a multi-stage process involving significant exploration and combat. Here’s a breakdown:

The Required Armor Set

Before you even think about approaching Mjolnir, you need to obtain the complete Thor’s armor set. This includes:

• Thor’s Helmet: Found in the Lerion Estate after defeating the three Daughters of Lerion.
• Thor’s Gauntlets: Located in East Anglia.
• Thor’s Breeches: Located in the Eurvicscire region.
• Thor’s Battle Plate: Found in the Wincestre region.
• Thor’s Cape: This is a special reward, the only item given by Hytham, from the Hidden Ones Bureau, but only after killing every member of the Order of the Ancients.

The Location of Mjolnir

Once you have all five pieces of Thor’s armor equipped, you can travel to the northernmost region of Hordafylke in Norway. This area is only accessible late in the game, effectively locking Mjolnir behind considerable story progression.

The Worthiness Challenge

Wearing all the pieces of Thor’s Armor does not grant you the power to immediately wield Mjolnir. Instead, it allows you to finally interact with the hammer. This interaction will allow Eivor to successfully claim Mjolnir. There’s no specific “worthiness” challenge in the traditional sense of the word in Norse mythos in the game, but the game progression acts as the worthiness requirement to be able to wear Thor’s Armor and reach the location of the hammer.

Why Level Doesn’t Matter (Directly)

While your character’s level certainly impacts your combat prowess, it doesn’t directly influence your ability to acquire Mjolnir. The focus is primarily on completing the main narrative and quests that ultimately open up the necessary regions of the map and unlock access to the armor pieces. You can obtain each piece of Thor’s Armor anytime, as soon as you’re able to explore those parts of the map in the game, independent of your level. Therefore, a low-level character that is able to access and obtain the required armor can get Thor’s hammer. However, a character far along in the story will be a higher level at the point they’ve unlocked every area and are able to acquire the armor. It’s a requirement of in-game story progression, not a level requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Mjolnir in AC Valhalla

1. Can I get Mjolnir early in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla?

No, you cannot. The location of Mjolnir and key pieces of Thor’s Armor are locked behind the game’s story progression. You will need to reach the very end of the main storyline, to unlock all the areas in England and Norway needed to get the gear and access to Mjolnir.

2. Is Thor’s armor the best in Valhalla?

Thor’s armor set is certainly one of the most powerful in the game. It provides a good stat boost but more importantly, it increases your stun chance, giving a significant advantage in combat, especially against stronger enemies. This combination of stats makes it formidable until late-game challenges.

3. How do I get Thor’s helmet in Valhalla?

Thor’s Helmet is obtained by defeating all three Daughters of Lerion and then unlocking the secret at their estate, which is in East Anglia. Once all daggers are obtained from the daughters, you will have access to a treasure room where the helmet will be found.

4. Does Eivor have to be “worthy” to lift Mjolnir?

In the context of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Eivor does not have to meet traditional concepts of worthiness, like in the Marvel universe, such as being purely good or selfless, etc. Instead, you only need to acquire the complete Thor’s armor set and reach the designated area in Hordafylke. The game progression acts as a “worthiness” challenge.

5. Can you throw Mjolnir in AC Valhalla?

Yes, you can! Once you have acquired and equipped Mjolnir, you can throw it and it will return to your hand, just like in the mythology.

6. Do I need any special abilities to wield Mjolnir?

No, you don’t need any special abilities. You simply need to equip all the armor pieces of the Thor’s armor set and travel to the specified location in Norway in order to claim and use the hammer.

7. Can I use Mjolnir throughout the game?

Yes, you can use Mjolnir as a primary weapon once you have acquired it, but only after getting through almost the entirety of the main storyline, and all armor pieces required.

8. Is the quest to get Thor’s armor difficult?

The difficulty varies. Some armor pieces require defeating challenging bosses, such as the Daughters of Lerion, but the gear can be acquired anytime after you explore the areas where the armor pieces are located. The quest will become easier as Eivor gets more powerful.

9. Does Mjolnir have unique abilities in AC Valhalla?

Yes, Mjolnir has unique combat abilities in the game. Beyond the throwing and returning ability, it does significant stun damage and has a high base attack power, making it effective against all types of enemies.

10. Can I miss the opportunity to get Mjolnir?

No, you cannot miss the opportunity. Once the required areas are unlocked and you have acquired all the Thor’s armor pieces, you can always go back to retrieve the hammer at any point in the game.

11. Is Mjolnir the strongest weapon in the game?

While it’s a very powerful weapon, there are other weapons in the game with different stats and abilities that might suit your playstyle better. However, Mjolnir is definitely one of the most formidable weapons in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and worth seeking out.

12. Do I need to beat Odin to get Mjolnir?

No, you don’t have to defeat Odin. Your encounter with Odin and the conclusion of that quest does not impact your ability to acquire Mjolnir. The quest for Mjolnir is independent of the Odin main story quest.

13. How does Mjolnir’s worthiness work in the lore?

In Norse mythology, Thor’s worthiness was tied to his strength and ability, whereas Odin’s enchantment added a layer of moral integrity as a requirement. The game takes a more literal and objective approach, by only allowing you to interact with Mjolnir after all story requirements and gear have been collected.

14. Do I need to be at a high level before attempting this?

While you do not need a specific level to obtain Mjolnir, you would naturally be a high level as you reach the end of the storyline which is necessary to acquire the armor pieces and access the northern part of Norway where the hammer is located.

15. What happens if I try to pick up Mjolnir without the armor?

If you approach Mjolnir without all five pieces of Thor’s armor set equipped, you won’t be able to interact with the hammer at all. There is no prompt to pick it up until all armor pieces are worn.

In conclusion, while there’s no specific level requirement to get Thor’s Hammer in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, it is a significant end-game challenge that rewards patience and determination. The true challenge lies in completing the storyline and collecting all pieces of Thor’s mighty armor. Once you achieve that, the power of Mjolnir will be yours to wield.