Valkyrie Elysiumis the latest in theValkyrieseries by Square Enix. The game features three-dimensional combat in anaction JRPG setting. Gone are the days of turn-based combat from the previous installments in the series.
The story follows a Valkyrie tasked by Odin to prevent Ragnarok. She stilluses the traditional Einherjar to her advantage, crushing foes as they come along. While players can stick to the main storyline inValkyrie Elysiumand do nothing else, there are a lot of side quests with some serious bounty available. Some of them offer rewards that are absolutely not to be missed, making them just as essential as the main quests.
The sub quest “A Dead Man’s Warning” offers players several key items throughout and an excellent reward at the end. Right from the start, there will be immediate enemy attacks to navigate through. Some of the Soul Archers' attacks can be pretty significant if not dealt with right away.
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Players can collect various items, such as Hollow Blossoms and an Elixir (Large). Following a final battle with droves of enemies, they will be mightily rewarded with a treasure chest that holds one prizedAmbrosiainside.
9Mother’s Ring
The “Mother’s Ring” side quest is chock-full of surprises from one end to the other. Players must ensure they check the area for hidden spots so that nothing is missed on their journey. Chests are all in areas where several enemies must be taken down.
Throughout the stage, Elixir (Medium), Elixir (Small), Arts Elixir (Large), Arts Elixir (Medium), and Arts Elixir (Small) can be collected. The final treasure chest holds the ultimaterewards for the sub quest,which includeConvergence I Divine Artand anAmbrosia.
8The Unfinished Masterpiece
This sub quest, “The Unfinished Masterpiece,” is a duel with Eygon, so he cannot be summoned as an Einherjar. Players will need to use hit-and-run and dodge-and-parry tactics. Additionally, combiningthe right weaponswith the best Divine Arts at hand will make the battle much easier.
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As it is just a straight battle, there are no hidden chests throughout this sub quest. Instead, once the fight is over, there will be one treasure chest with fantastic rewards. Players will receive theMagic Damage Reduction II Runeand anAmbrosia.
7Years Of Ill Will
The “Years of Ill Will” side quest offers players the chance to net several valuable items and test their mettle against some fierce enemies. They’ll battle with Chimeras, Executioners, Thunder Bolt enemies, and a Tide Priestess.
Along the way through the level, they can pick up Might Potion, Arts Elixir (Large), Soul Elixir (Medium), Guard Potion, and Elixir (Medium). After the final enemy battle, a blue chest will appear bearing the last reward:Ambrosia. If players should miss any rewards,the sub quest is replayable, just like every other area of the game.
6Mother, Where Art Thou
In “Mother, Where Art Thou,” players will experience extremely tough fights. There are no hidden chests throughout this level, so the goal is to make it to the end to receive the bounty awarded after the final battle.
Enemies that must be taken down include Blazes, Surge Magia, Thunder Bolts, Golems, Guileful Talons, and Torrents, among others. The reward at the end is anAmbrosia. While all that struggle seems like a lot for one small reward, the benefits of increasing the player’s max HP outweigh the costs.
5An Imprisoned Soul, Part Two
In Part Two of “An Imprisoned Soul,” players will explore the area, fighting off waves of enemies. With no hidden chests in the area, the ultimate goal is to survive the onslaught until all enemies are defeated. A good strategy is to summon Einherjar, which matches each enemy’s weakness well.
Once the last enemy is defeated, the long-awaited red treasure chest will appear. Players will receive the Faded Letter, which ends the sub quest, and the blue chest will appear, holding the valuableAmbrosia.
4This Flower For Thee, Part One
Part One of “This Flower For Thee” is generally straightforward. Players will fight past groups of enemies, collecting an Elixir (Large) from a treasure chest tucked away in a corner and easy to miss.
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Continuing on, players will continue battling enemies until the last one is struck down. At this time, the final reward will be presented in the coveted blue treasure chest. The bounty for this sub quest isIfrit Caress I Divine Art.Taika will also learn thePyro Surge and Blaze Dancetechniques.
3Thanks To A Comrade, Part One
Players will battle many foes in Part One of “Thanks to a Comrade.” This sub quest features swarms of enemies with one hidden chest containing an Elixir (Medium).
Following the final battle, the blue treasure chest will be revealed. Players will receive theMeteor Swarm I Divine Art.Following the results screen, Eygon will also learn the Voltage Chain and Impulse techniques.
2Cypher’s Belief, Part One
In Part One of “Cypher’s Belief,” players will explore the town outside the castle, fighting off all enemies they come across. During their quest, they can pick up Arts Elixir (Medium) and Elixir (Large) from treasure chests.
At the end of the sub quest, the reward is a Divine Art calledGlacial Blizzard I.Cypher will also learn the Zanei and Shinotsuki attacks. While this quest is not as long as others, it will add to theoverall length of the game.
1Woes Of A Gallant Princess, Part One
Part One of “Woes of a Gallant Princess” is a level rife with enemy battles. It does not feature any collectible items throughout the stage, but players will experience several waves of enemy action.
After the final battle, there will be a blue treasure chest with the sub quest reward. Players will receive the Extreme Void I Divine Art. After the quest ends, Kristoffer will learn Deadly Dive and Rage Swing.
Valkyrie Elysiumis available now on PS4 and PS5. It will be available for PC on November 11th.
