In Assassin's Creed Valhalla, navigating political alliances across ninth-century England requires careful decision-making from players. The quest titled Where the Stone Falls serves as the emotional climax of the Lincolnscire story arc, placing the fate of the region directly into Eivor's hands. During this pivotal Shiremoot council, you are asked to cast the decisive vote to select Lincolnscire's next Ealdorman.
Preparing for the Lincolnscire Shiremoot
Before casting your vote, Eivor arrives in Lincoln to attend the formal gathering after completing previous territory tasks. You can speak with the local nobles, council participants, and candidates to gauge their intentions for the province. Players following daily gaming news often appreciate how such story choices offer distinct narrative consequences without permanently locking you out of regional rewards.
The three candidates standing for the leadership role are Hunwald, Aelfgar, and Bishop Herefrith. Each candidate represents a different approach to governance, ranging from nobility and experience to religious authority. Speaking to Acha begins the voting process once you feel confident in your choice.
Evaluating the Candidates and Choice Outcomes
Selecting Hunwald places the young nobleman into his late father's seat, allowing him to rule Lincolnscire with noble intentions. If you choose Hunwald, he remains in the region as Ealdorman, though his romantic partner Swanburrow eventually moves to Ravensthorpe. This decision provides a heartening resolution to his personal arc across the territory.
Choosing Aelfgar places a wealthy and experienced noble in charge, who proves to be a stable leader for Lincolnscire. In this outcome, Hunwald and Swanburrow both relocate to your settlement of Ravensthorpe, adding vibrant community members to your clan. Many players favor this path because it secures a capable ruler while keeping Hunwald close to home.
The Traitorous Truth About Bishop Herefrith
Voting for Bishop Herefrith represents the most volatile option available during the Shiremoot council. Electing the bishop temporarily ends the chapter peacefully, but it conceals a dangerous secret from Eivor. Herefrith is actually a high-ranking member of the Order of the Ancients operating in secret.
If you choose either Hunwald or Aelfgar, Herefrith immediately reveals his treasonous identity in anger and orders his guards to attack the council hall. You must defend the town hall against guards before pursuing the bishop to his fortress. Choosing Herefrith delays this fight until later in the main storyline, forcing Eivor to return and eliminate him afterwards.
Finalizing Your Decision for Lincolnscire
Ultimately, selecting either Aelfgar or Hunwald is considered the best choice for players looking to resolve the threat immediately. Eliminating Herefrith right after the Shiremoot cleanly secures the alliance for the Raven Clan. Regardless of who you select, Lincolnscire will eventually pledge its support to Ravensthorpe once the Order threat is neutralized.
