Eivor Varinsdottir
A Viking raider who becomes entangled in the ancient conflict between Assassins and Templars.
Eivor Varinsdottir is the protagonist of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, a Viking raider who leads her clan from Norway to England in the years 872–878 AD. Players control Eivor as she attempts to establish a new Viking settlement while becoming embroiled in the centuries-old conflict between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order. The game offers the choice of playing Eivor as either female (voiced by Cecilie Stenspil) or male (voiced by Magnus Bruun), or letting the game alternate between the two at key moments, with the female avatar depicting Eivor's life and the male avatar depicting the physical appearance of the Isu Odin due to his connection with Eivor.
- Role
- Viking raider
- Affiliation
- Raven Clan, Hidden Ones
- Origin
- Norway
- First Appearance
- Assassin's Creed Valhalla
- Isu Connection
- Host of Odin
- Combat Style
- Viking Warfare / Stealth
Lore & Background
Eivor Varinsdottir is a Viking raider who, alongside her adoptive older brother Sigurd Styrbjornsson, leads their clan from Norway to settle new lands in Anglo-Saxon England in 873 CE. The clan comes into conflict with the kingdoms of Wessex, Northumbria, East Anglia, and Mercia, as well as the warring sons of Ragnar Lothbrok. Eivor meets the Hidden Ones—precursors to the Assassin Brotherhood—and aids them in their fight against the Order of the Ancients—precursors to the Templar Order. The game's framing story, set in the 21st century, follows Layla Hassan, an Assassin who relives Eivor's memories to find a way to save the Earth from destruction. Eivor's connection to the Isu Odin is revealed through the game's narrative, with the male avatar depicting Odin's physical appearance at key moments.
In Their Own Story
In 873 CE, political pressures in Norway prompt Eivor Varinsdottir and her adoptive older brother Sigurd Styrbjornsson to lead their clan of Vikings to settle new lands in Anglo-Saxon England. Over the next several years, the clan comes into conflict with the kingdoms of Wessex, Northumbria, East Anglia, and Mercia, as well as the warring sons of Ragnar Lothbrok. Eivor's clan faces forces led by rulers including Alfred the Great, king of Wessex. During this time, Eivor meets the Hidden Ones and aids them against the Order of the Ancients. Explorable cities include Winchester, London, and York, with parts of Norway and Vinland also included, while dreamscapes of Asgard and Jotunheim feature. The game's framing story follows Layla Hassan in the 21st century as she relives Eivor's memories.
Reader's Guide
Eivor Varinsdottir is the player character in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, a Viking raider who leads their fellow Vikings against the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. Players can choose to play Eivor as female or male, or let the game alternate between the two at key moments. Eivor can customize hair, beard, war paint, clothing, armor, and tattoos. The game features dual-wielding of almost any weapon, including shields, and every piece of gear collected is unique. Eivor's companion animal is a raven named Sýnin (Old Norse for 'insight') used for scouting. Social stealth returns: Eivor can pull down her hood and slip into crowds for cover. She can feign death, use her raven to distract guards, and access a hidden blade for near-instantaneous assassinations. Most enemies can be assassinated in a single attack, except bosses. Player choices through conversation or gameplay affect characters and political alliances. The game relies on skill trees rather than a traditional leveling system.
Did You Know?
- Eivor is voiced by Cecilie Stenspil (female) and Magnus Bruun (male), with the male avatar depicting the physical appearance of the Isu Odin at key moments.
- Eivor's raven companion is named Sýnin, which is Old Norse for 'insight'.
- The game allows Eivor to dual-wield almost any weapon, including shields.
- Eivor can feign death and use her raven to distract guards during stealth gameplay.
- The game's framing story follows Layla Hassan, an Assassin reliving Eivor's memories in the 21st century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Eivor Varinsdottir?
She is the main protagonist of Assassin's Creed Valhalla and a Viking shieldmaiden from Norway. Leading the Raven Clan, she travels to England during the late ninth century to establish a new home while navigating political conflicts.
What is Eivor's connection to the Isu?
Eivor serves as a human host for the consciousness of the Isu Odin within the Animus simulation. This genetic link grants her heightened abilities and draws her into the ancient war between the Templars and Assassins through hidden memories.
Does the game allow players to choose Eivor's gender?
Yes, players can select either a male or female avatar at the start of the campaign. However, canonical lore identifies the historical figure as female, with the male option representing an alternate perspective within the genetic memory.
How does Eivor Varinsdottir's story conclude?
After securing a settlement in England and resolving conflicts with the Templars, she eventually joins the Hidden Ones to fight their enemies. Her journey ends with her burial at Sutton Hoo, where her DNA remains preserved for future initiates.
Why is Eivor considered important to the Assassin's Creed lore?
She bridges the gap between Viking history and the modern-day conflict by providing crucial genetic memories for the Assassins' research. Her actions help uncover Isu technology while solidifying the Brotherhood's presence in England during the Middle Ages.
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