How to Get the Secret Ending in Shadow of War
To get the secret ending in Shadow of War, you must complete Act 3 and then progress through Act 4, also known as Shadow Wars, where you will have to defend your fortresses in 10 stages, after which the secret post-game ending will unlock. Completing these stages requires a strong understanding of the game’s mechanics, including the Nemesis System and how to effectively conquer and defend your forts in Mordor.
Understanding the Game’s Mechanics
Before diving into the process of achieving the secret ending, it’s crucial to understand the core mechanics of Shadow of War. The game is set in Middle Earth, where you play as Talion, a ranger merged with the Elven wraith Celebrimbor. Your primary goal is to defeat Sauron and his armies by conquering and defending fortresses across Mordor.
FAQs
1. Is There a Secret Ending in Shadow of War?
Yes, after completing Act 3 and progressing through Act 4, also known as Shadow Wars, you will unlock a secret post-game ending.
2. How Many Endings Does Shadow of War Have?
Shadow of War doesn’t have multiple endings in the traditional sense; instead, it has an Act III ending that finishes Celebrimbor’s story and an Act IV ending that concludes Talion’s story.
3. Are There Multiple Endings in Middle Earth Shadow of War?
There’s an ending after the main story, and then there’s a “true ending” after Act 4, which provides a second ending but is relatively short and doesn’t add much to the story.
4. How Do You Get the Last Chance in Shadow of War?
The Last Chance is a “Quick Time Event” mini-game that allows you to parry and stand back up when an enemy is about to kill you, unless the enemy has the No Chance trait.
5. Is Anything Missable in Shadow of War?
You can miss out on quests if you proceed with the final quest without completing them, but the game warns you beforehand to prevent this.
6. How Hard is Gravewalker?
Gravewalker difficulty is considered too easy compared to Nemesis, so players anticipating a challenge might find it less satisfying.
7. Does Talion Become Evil?
Eventually, Talion succumbs to the corruption of Isildur’s ring and joins Sauron’s forces as a Nazgûl.
8. What Does Talion Become at the End of Shadow of War?
After the destruction of the One Ring, Talion finally dies a true death, freeing his spirit to move on to the afterlife.
9. Where Does Talion Go at the End of Shadow of War?
Talion goes to the afterlife, and for more details on what happens next, particularly regarding Eltariel and the new ring, players can explore the Blade of Galadriel expansion.
10. Can You Be Betrayed in Shadow of War?
Yes, there’s a chance for Orcs in your army to betray you, even after you’ve dominated them, as part of the Nemesis System.
11. What is the Max Level in Shadow of War?
The maximum level for players was initially 60 but was raised to 80 with an update, and players can level their gear and weapons up to level 85, or 90 for weapons broken by an Olog.
12. Can I Keep Playing After the Bright Lord Mission?
The Bright Lord mission is the final story mission, and once started, you cannot turn back, making it a point of no return in the game.
13. Why Did Celebrimbor Betray Talion?
Celebrimbor betrayed Talion because he wanted to dominate Sauron and rule Mordor, and eventually all of Middle Earth, which Talion refused to help him with.
14. What Happens If You Keep Shaming in Shadow of War?
Continuously shaming an Orc can lead to it becoming Deranged, changing its level, personality, and traits, sometimes adopting a new title.
15. Can You Romance in Shadow of War?
While Shadow of War does not include traditional romance options, players can interpret interactions with Orcs in their own way, but there are no canonical romantic relationships in the game.