In Assassin's Creed Valhalla, players have numerous romantic opportunities, including a significant one during the Taken for Granted quest. During this quest, players must decide whether or not to engage in an intimate relationship with Randvi, who is Sigur's wife. This choice will ultimately affect the game's ending. Randvi is commonly seen as the main romantic option in the game, but players should carefully consider whether or not to pursue this relationship. For those seeking more information and guidance before making this important decision, this guide provides valuable insights.
Reasons To Avoid Romancing Randvi
Updated on June 28th, 2023 by Hodey Johns: It's not just a few people who are curious about the Randvi romance. Despite the numerous warning signs, Eivor and Randvi form a strong bond, fueled by their shared interests and worries about the future. The previous guide cautioned against pursuing a romantic relationship with Randvi, fearing a negative outcome. While it is indeed possible to encounter difficulties, it is also entirely avoidable; players can pursue a romance with Randvi and still achieve a favorable ending. Moreover, they can avoid any repercussions along the way. To assist players who find themselves in this predicament, the guide now includes detailed sections outlining the exact steps to successfully romance Randvi without facing any negative consequences. Additionally, a new section has been added, explaining why some players may prefer not to pursue a romance with Randvi.
Possible strike toward a bad ending.
Negative ethics and optics of an affair.
Possible poor interactions with Sigurd.
Locks out potential alternative love interests. If players are concerned about the possibility of a less favorable outcome or upsetting Sigurd when romancing Randvi, there is a method to avoid these drawbacks, which will be explained in the following section. However, there are additional reasons why gamers may choose to steer clear of pursuing a romance with Randvi.
Love can find its place in a game filled with combat, but ethical concerns arise. Should Eivor accept seeing Randvi in this manner? Or would it be more honorable to keep their relationship off-limits? Despite Sigurd's descent into madness, players may feel it necessary to prioritize his recovery and reestablishment before contemplating the dissolution of their marriage.
Furthermore, it's worth considering that Eivor could cultivate better connections. Amidst the pursuit of superior equipment within the game, various alluring romantic options arise. While some may not interfere with Randvi's romance from a gaming perspective, it still constitutes cheating.
Reasons To Romance Randvi
Considered by the community to be canonical.
Most fleshed-out romance option.
Able to romance without a strike.
Eventually gain the blessing of Sigurd.
If Eivor's love for Randvi surpasses any internal conflicts, then the advantages of pursuing a romantic relationship with her outweigh any potential disadvantages. By engaging in this romance, players are treated to a genuinely authentic and well-developed storyline with new dialogue choices. Skipping this opportunity would almost feel like deviating from the canonical path. Despite her crucial role, Randvi remains an underrated character in the game, overshadowing the majority of other protagonists. Players who successfully navigate the romance without offending Sigurd or encountering any obstacles will be duly rewarded.
Avoiding The Strike And Having The Romance
Wait until Randvi and Sigurd divorce before asking her, "Are you all right?" In the game, players can strategically delay this conversation by selecting alternative missions, enabling Eivor to have cake and eat it too. Despite the choice being presented in gold, it can be postponed until a later stage of the game.
Romance With One Strike
Gamers can delay this event and engage in other activities, such as acquiring ten small bullhead fish, to indulge in a guilt-free romantic connection with Randvi after her separation from Sigurd. This outcome is predetermined, therefore, Eivor does not need to intervene or influence the decisions of his sibling or sister-in-law.
In order to achieve the ideal outcome, players are limited to receiving merely two of Sigurd's five attacks. Individuals who engage in a romantic relationship with Randvi immediately after completing her Taken for Granted quest will receive one attack and a rather scathing reprimand from Sigurd. Nevertheless, it can be deemed a minor sacrifice to endure a single attack.
Romancing Randvi Second Chance
For those lacking patience, an immediate romance with Randvi is an option to consider. However, it is important to note that this choice does not necessarily have negative consequences for the overall gameplay. Nevertheless, players will need to exercise caution moving forward in order to keep Sigurd satisfied. It is worth mentioning that encountering such setbacks is not uncommon in games designed to test a player's patience.
Players who previously inquired about Randvi's emotional state without wanting to upset Sigurd by selecting the dialogue option "I feel the same way" will now have another opportunity to pursue a romantic relationship with Randvi. At the nuptials of Gunnar and Brigid, Eivor and Randvi might rekindle their connection.
At this stage, regardless, Sigurd and Randvi have divorced, rendering any concerns about affecting the outcome unnecessary. Players might feel disappointed for having missed an exciting encounter, but the conclusion remains unchanged with the pair together. Once the credits eventually conclude, the game reaches its official conclusion (although it is not quite finished).
Assassin's Creed Valhalla is currently accessible for Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.