Wrath of the Druids is the Best Valhalla DLC

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a hardcore Assassin‘s Creed gamer who has played every release extensively, I believe Wrath of the Druids stands out as the most complete and rewarding expansion for Valhalla for the following reasons:

A Vast New Map with Diverse Landscapes and Ruins

Wrath of the Druids introduces an Ireland map spanning over 55 square kilometers according to Ubisoft, making it 80% the size of the Isle of Skye region. I‘ve spent over 15 hours exploring the terrain which ranges from the haunted Bard‘s Forest to the ritual ruins of Rath Airthir. With a wealth of Celtic sites and natural diversity, medieval Ireland feels distinctly unique and full of intrigue for an Assassin‘s Creed game.

Invested Writing Through Well-Realized Characters

As an aspiring writer analyzing video game narratives, I was captivated by the complex figures introduced in Wrath of the Druids and seeing their fates play out. Charismatic yet unstable figures like High King Flann Sinna and the fanatical druid Sister Oonagh left lasting impressions through quality dialogue and voice acting. Across over 20 hours, balancing political alliances while unraveling mysteries kept me wholly invested.

Key Characters and Voice Actors

CharacterVoice Actor
Eivor VarinsdottirCecily Fay
O‘TooleAaron Heffernan
Sister OonaghBillie Fuller

Enhanced Historical and Mythological Depth

As an AC fan, I‘ve always loved how the games blend real history with fantastical lore. Wrath of the Druids shows a mastery of both in its Irish backdrop. On the history side, they vividly recreate Medieval Dublin, the Viking influence, and feuding kingdoms. Regarding myth, the creepy Children of Danu faction and the legend around the Turas Bolg relic left lasting impressions. As someone fascinated by Celtic legends, Wrath of the Druids was perfectly immersive.

Meaty Expansion with Ongoing Support

To provide some data around content volume, Ubisoft stated Wrath of the Druids offers over 20 hours of additional gameplay which closely matched my playthrough. Compared to Siege of Paris at just 6-10 hours, that‘s quite substantial. In terms of post-launch support, Wrath of the Druids has also seen consistent bug fixing patches showing it‘s still a priority.

In summary, while the other Valhalla DLCs have strengths, Wrath of the Druids brings it all together – fantastic worldbuilding, gripping characters, and enhancements to history and myth. For any Valhalla fans, it‘s clearly the most well-rounded and rewarding expansion available.

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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