Walkthrough for the quest Defensive Measures in the game Assassin's Creed Valhalla. This page covers all main objectives, key steps, or helpful tips to guide you through the quest smoothly. Whenever possible, the guide points out locations for key items and details interactions with NPCs, among other tips. To ensure maximum clarity, in-game screenshots are included for easy-to-follow visual guidance.
Quest Group: Asgard / The Fate of the High One
Prerequisites: To play this quest, you must first complete the quest Well-Traveled.
This quest starts when you manage to collect the sacred water and leave the Well of Urdr, that is after completing the "Well-Traveled" quest.
Eivor assesses the effectiveness of the Builder's proposed protection.
Go to the clearing mentioned by Loki, where the Builder is going to carry out a demonstration.
The Builder will ask you for help in preparing for the demonstration. Carry and place three paint jars beside him.
Stand on top of a pillar and witness the Builder's defensive shield demonstration.
You can find Jotnar patrol northwest of the clearing. Engage the patrol but don't kill them.
Lure them into the Builder's shield instead.
The Builder's shield will eventually fail. Survive and kill Jotun warriors until the Builder brings back the shield.
Talk to the Builder again. He promises to build a shield to protect the entire Asgard if you fulfill his request. This will complete this quest.
After completing this quest, you will be able to play the quest Extended Family.