Should you punch Basim and Sigurd in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? (2024)

Should you punch Basim and Sigurd in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? (1)

Should you punch Basim in AC Valhalla? If you've made it this far, you've probably noticed that Sigurd and Eivor aren't quite seeing eye to eye, and the Oxenefordescire story arc expands on this.

You'll be given the option to punch AC Valhalla Basim and Sigurd during series of choices that are presented during the Blood from a Stone quest. Your choices here could alter the ending of the game so you should consider carefully. Or read on below to discover the consequences of each action.

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AC Valhalla Basim: Should you punch him and/or Sigurd?

During the Blood from a Stone quest, Lady Eadwyn will catch up with your party after you discover the stone Fulke had hidden has been stolen. Sigurd tries to make a deal with Eadwyn but Eivor loses her cool and you're thrown into a fight. Afterwards, you'll be given several options when speaking with Sigurd and Basim.

  • We have a pact with Geadric
  • Sigurd, you are a coward

You can choose either of the above options safely, without it affecting the ending. Both choices will lead to Basim jumping in with his opinion and you'll be presented with the following—important—options:

  • (Take a breath)
  • Punch Basim

You should choose to (Take a Breath) as punching Basim will anger both of them and Basim will comment that your lack of control over your emotions is a problem. Choosing the second option here can also affect the ending so punch Basim at your own risk.

You'll then have another choice to make:

  • Enough of this
  • Punch Sigurd

We haven't been able to confirm if punching Sigurd affects the ending for this choice but if you want to play it safe, you should probably choose Enough of this. Of course, if you don't care about the ending and you've had enough of Sigurd berating you, feel free to take a swing at him. If you're still grinding through the RPG's meaty story, check out our guide to all AC Valhalla choices.

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Should you punch Basim and Sigurd in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? (2024)

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Should you punch Basim and Sigurd in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? ›

Punching both Basim and Sigurd will lower your loyalty with Sigurd and affect the ending. If you choose not to punch Basim or Sigurd then your loyalty will stay the same.

Should you punch Sigurd and Basim? ›

This could potentially affect the outcome of your playthrough's ending and it could prevent you from reaching the true ending. DO NOT punch Sigurd either when presented with the opportunity for the same reasons that we recommend not punching Basim. This will conclude this mission.

How does punching Basim affect the ending? ›

Refraining from punching Sigurd and Basim will improve Sigurd's attitude. Punching Basim and then Sigurd (both must occur) will cause deterioration of Siegurd's attitude.

Do answers matter in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? ›

There are only 2 different endings (and all that changes is a 2-minute cutscene). Only 5 choices matter to get a specific ending. Take or leave supplies right before leaving Norway.

Should you fight Sigurd or not? ›

Supporting Sigurd makes Eivor out to be just as bad a leader in my book. That means not only is it more fun, but defying my brother is the only way I can play Assassin's Creed Valhalla in good faith.

Why does Basim betray Eivor? ›

It transpires that Basim is the reincarnation of Loki in Eivor's Norse Isu past, meaning that he wants his fellow Isu dead in revenge for their treatment of his son.

Is Basim a good or bad guy? ›

Basim recalling Odin's betryal to Eivor. Basim Ibn Ishaq, also stylized Basim ibn Is'haq, is one of the overarching antagonists of the Assassin's Creed franchise. He is one of the two main antagonists of Assassin's Creed Valhalla and the main protagonist of Assassin's Creed Mirage.

What's the good ending of AC Valhalla? ›

Sigurd will want to leave the treasure as-is as tribute for King Styrbjorn. If you want to get the best ending, ignore your greedy impulses and choose the "We leave the resources for Styrbjorn" option. Do this for brownie points with Sigurd both now and later on in the narrative.

What did Basim do to Layla? ›

There, she met Basim Ibn Ishaq, whose consciousness had been trapped in the Grey for centuries. Working together, the two managed to end the anomalies and save the Earth, though Basim betrayed Layla and escaped from the Yggdrasil Chamber with the Staff of Hermes, leaving Layla behind to die.

Is Sigurd really a god? ›

He was also the reborn form of the Isu Týr, the Norse god of war and justice. In 870, while his sister Eivor stayed in Norway to continue opposing her parents' killer Kjotve the Cruel and his Wolf Clan, Sigurd embarked a journey to raid the lands in the East.

Does Eivor become Jarl no matter what? ›

If you sided with Sigurd enough, Sigurd will name three times that proved Eivor's loyalty. If so, Sigurd will then step down as jarl and name Eivor the new jarl of Ravensthorpe. Once they return to Raventhorpe, Sigurd will make the announcement and Ravensthorpe's people will celebrate the decision.

Should Eivor agree with Sigurd? ›

We suggest choosing, "I support Sigurd's judgement," even if you do not so that you have a better chance at seeing the game's true ending. This concludes this quest and The Lay of Hunwald saga arc.

Who betrayed you in Assassin's Creed Valhalla? ›

If you'd rather just know and be done with it, the real traitor is Galinn. Soma will react by executing him and Birna will join you and the Raven Clan. If you're curious about how that conclusion is reached, talking to each of the suspects will reveal that Lif had some yellow paint stolen.

Should I punch Basim and Sigurd? ›

You should choose to (Take a Breath) as punching Basim will anger both of them and Basim will comment that your lack of control over your emotions is a problem. Choosing the second option here can also affect the ending so punch Basim at your own risk. You'll then have another choice to make: Enough of this.

Could Sigurd be a God answer? ›

Eivor: Sigurd is only a man, the son of a king, and my brother. He may think highly of himself, but he's no god.

How many Sigurd strikes? ›

The Decision: The Five Strikes against Sigurd affects Sigurd's choice at the end. Three Strikes and you will receive different ending.

What is the best ending with Sigurd? ›

Sigurd will want to leave the treasure as-is as tribute for King Styrbjorn. If you want to get the best ending, ignore your greedy impulses and choose the "We leave the resources for Styrbjorn" option.

Does Eivor always betray Sigurd? ›

It's not inevitable, but there are spots during the storyline where you can choose to betray or otherwise act against Sigurd. The repercussions of these betrayals will come back to you right before the end of the main plot, where Sigurd will list all of your betrayals if you have indeed committed them.

What happens if Randvi cheats on Sigurd? ›

If Sigurd finds out about the affair, he will be less likely accompany Eivor in the “good ending.” So while it is technically Randvi doing the adultery, this indiscretion can actually have a massive impact on Assassin's Creed Valhalla's story.

Can you romance Randvi without betraying Sigurd? ›

Despite playing a major role, Randvi is still considered an underrated character in the game as she outshines most of the other protagonists. If players can romance her without getting the requisite strikes or angering Sigurd, they will be rewarded for doing so.

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