Conquer the thrilling Tournament in *Assassin's Creed Valhalla*, earn the coveted "Test Your Might" trophy, and rack up some serious XP. This guide will walk you through the entire process, ensuring victory in every duel.
Unleashing the Tournament:
Initiate this challenging quest by speaking with Gyoji in Yamato, likely after assassinating several Shinbakufu members. He'll lead you to the secret fighting arena at Ominesanji Temple in southeastern Yamato. For easy access, synchronize the Ominesanji Overlook viewpoint to create a fast travel point.
Once at the temple, talk to Gyoji again. He'll explain the rules: four one-on-one duels followed by a final showdown against the champion. Ring the bell to begin your first fight!
Mastering the Tournament:
The Tournament is a series of intense battles. Fortunately, you can rest and heal between each duel by ringing the bell to trigger the next fight. Use this time to replenish health with rations and upgrade your weapons and armor as needed.
For optimal success, we recommend using a long katana as Yasuke, leveraging dodge and parry to create openings. Utilize abilities like Power Dash and Payback strategically when your adrenaline is full. Knowing your opponents' weapons is key. Here’s a breakdown:
- Lady Masago: Naginata
- Lord Suguru: Katana
- Lord Hokuto: Kanabo
- Lady O-Sen: Two Poison Katanas and ranged items
- Lord Unkai: Naginata (heals by drinking if you stay far away)
After the final victory, speak with Gyoji. He'll reward you, and the "Test Your Might" trophy should unlock during this conversation.
Optimal Loadout and Skills:
A high-level Long Katana is your best weapon, enhanced with engravings that boost Armor Damage or Armor Piercing. Crucially, your armor choice significantly impacts combat. Acquire the Samurai Daimyo Armor of Legend (from defeating The Ox) and Protector's Armor (from completing a castle). The Daimyo Armor's engraving increases damage by 75% (at the cost of reduced health), while Protector's Armor allows parrying unblockable attacks. Combining these engravings creates a powerful setup.
Invest Mastery points in the Long Katana and Samurai skill trees, focusing on Combat Expert, Power Dash, and Payback.
*Assassin's Creed Valhalla* is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
