Valor Mortis casts players as William, a former soldier of Napoleon Bonaparte's army, on a quest to uncover the fate of his comrades and leader. This first-person Soulslike offers fast-paced combat, challenging boss encounters, and a compelling narrative. This guide provides a walkthrough of the main quests, along with essential tips and tricks for survival.
Valor Mortis Walkthrough
The main quests in Valor Mortis guide William through a story of amnesia, lost companions, and dark discoveries. While details are kept to a minimum to avoid major spoilers, understanding the objectives of each main quest can help players track their progress.
| Main Quest | Objective | | --- | --- | | Revival | William awakens with amnesia and must follow the empire's tricoloured banner to orient himself. | | Regroup | William needs to locate his missing comrades by traversing the military encampments across a crumbling bridge. | | Rendezvous | After reuniting with James, William is tasked with finding James' comrade, Louis, in the Fallen Village. | | Dark Descent | Louis provides William with the Cave Grotto Key and directs him to find samples within the Caverns. | | Crime | William must retrieve Louis' research notes from his former laboratory at the university, a task that proves more complex than expected. | | Punishment | The pursuit of Louis' research notes continues through a flooded, poisoned village and a wedding, accompanied by the voice of a mysterious woman. | | Witch Hunt | William believes the Shrike, the woman from his hallucinations, is residing in the nearby lighthouse and pursues her there. | | Blasphemy | Upon meeting the Shrike, William receives the key to the University laboratory and learns that Napoleon's power's secret lies within. | | In Ruins | A tome found in the University reveals that a powerful relic awaits in the castle ruins, leading William to explore the Fortress. | | Shackled | After learning the Shrike's true identity, William must assist her with her predicament. | | Reflection | Having escaped the Fortress, William returns to the Abandoned Church to speak with Lucjan before heading back to the Caverns' Ancient Lair. |
Tips and Tricks for Survival
Success in Valor Mortis often relies on strategic thinking and thorough exploration. Several mechanics encourage players to revisit earlier areas and utilize their full arsenal.
Backtracking is a core element of Valor Mortis. Unlocking new abilities, such as the Transmutation to burn yellow growths, opens up previously inaccessible paths and items, including Amber collectibles. The ability to traverse poisonous areas, acquired late in the game, can be crucial for exploring earlier regions like the Valley of Ashes more thoroughly.
Players should frequently visit Lanterns to equip Ambers, which provide beneficial buffs and skills. Swapping Ambers based on upcoming challenges, such as facing large enemy groups or specific bosses, can significantly improve combat effectiveness. An explosive Amber, for instance, is useful against mob encounters.
Combining William's diverse abilities is essential. The game provides a saber, a pistol, and the Fire Transmutation early on, with more weapons and Transmutations becoming available later. Players can fluidly switch between melee and ranged attacks, and by integrating items with these abilities, combat encounters can be managed more effectively.
Items are powerful tools that should not be overlooked. Hand Grenades and Oil Grenades are effective against groups, while Nephtoglobin Vials extend the duration of Transmutations, aiding in building status effects. Items that apply status effects to weapons or ammunition are particularly useful against bosses, allowing for consistent damage and debuffs.
When engaging with NPCs from side quests, it is advisable to carefully consider their requests. Some NPCs may not have the player's best interests at heart, and their demands might lead to unforeseen negative consequences.
Additional Guides
For players seeking more specific information, a range of detailed guides cover various aspects of Valor Mortis:
Systems and Mechanics:
- Fast travel mechanics
- Safely entering poisonous areas
- Optimal timing for visiting the Fortress
- Strategies for escaping the prison
Weapons and Upgrade Materials:
- A complete list of all weapons and transmutations
- Methods for upgrading weapons, including locating Firearm Parts and Blade Materials
- Guidance on upgrading Transmutations, with locations for associated materials
- Where to find Ferrofluid Flask Power Upgrades and Empty Ferrofluid Flasks
Item Locations:
- All Amber locations
- Locations for the Sewers Key and Sewers Master Key
Bosses:
- A comprehensive list of all bosses
These resources aim to assist players throughout their journey as William, ensuring a more complete and enjoyable experience in Valor Mortis.