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Discovery Tour: Viking Age is the Discovery Tour mode for Assassin's Creed: Valhalla . It was released as a free downloadable add-on on 19 October 2021 [1] and is available for free to those who own the base game, or for purchase as a stand-alone version on PC.

• 3.1.1 War & Politics
• 3.1.2 Daily Life
• 3.1.3 Religion & Magic
• 3.1.4 Myths & Legends
• 3.1.5 Science
• 3.1.6 Law & Justice
• 3.1.7 Art & Culture
• 3.1.8 Trade & Economy
• 3.2.1 England
• 3.2.2 Immersion
• 3.2.3 Research
• 3.2.4 Scandinavia
• 4 Characters
• 6 References

Gameplay [ ]

In the game, players are able to freeroam and explore the maps of Norway and Anglo-Saxon England and learn about both countries' histories. Unlike previous installments which employed the use of guided tours, Discovery Tour: Viking Age will see players assume the roles of various characters and take on quests with the aim of bringing them closer to the material by putting them at the center of it. [2]

Memories [ ]

Learnings [ ], war & politics [ ], daily life [ ], religion & magic [ ], myths & legends [ ], science [ ], law & justice [ ], art & culture [ ], trade & economy [ ], behind the scenes [ ], england [ ].

• Jorvik's Architecture
• Landscaping England
• York the Haunted

Jorvik —now called York—is a great example of how Anglo-Saxon and Norse civilizations merged over time. Its multiple docks and narrow streets filled with exotic supplies welcomed international traders year-round

To represent this thriving hub, Level Artists and Level Designers used Coppergate one of the city's most notorious landmarks.

Known at the time as the "Cup Street"—where merchants sold handmade cups and pots—it was taken as a reference and extended to the rest of the town. With its small wooden houses and stalls built tightly together Jorvik contrasts with stone-built Anglo-Saxon towns.

To replicate England's diverse flora was no small feat. The developers wanted it to be accurate and help players navigate the map.

First, the World Design team created a Season Map: England was divided into four areas, each allocated a season.

Each season had its own variety of vegetation, from grass to trees, and its own Humidity Layer, which helped determine the type of soil in each area: lush, dry or wetland.

With these in hand the Level Artists and Designers could implement the right type of flora in the world, and created different landscapes using rocks and trees. Therefore, each region has diverse but coherent scenery, engaging players to explore the map meticulously.

Rumor has it York is one of England's most haunted cities!

Built by the Romans , it is said that ghosts of fallen soldiers still roam the city, inspiring a locally-brewered beverage—the Centurion's Ghost .

To emulate this mystical atmosphere, Level Designers took the opportunity to place an underground location reusing Roman-era abandoned sewers. It's a way for players to walk around unnoticed...

Immersion [ ]

• Colouring the World
• Mysterious Forests
• On Liquid Gold
• Photogra-wha?
• Safe and Sound?

As it turns out, early medieval times were full of colours, from paintings and clothing to flowers and vegetables! To break the prejudice against the this time period, Artists, Modelers, and Texturers made sure to implement vivid colours where they could.

But as always, it's a fine balance to find between gameplay needs and historical accuracy. In some cases, developers chose to stick with one colour despite Historians' complaints.

For example, pigs and carrots in AC Valhalla are pink and white respectively; although pigs at the time were brown-ish in complexion and carrots had a wide range of colours, from white to purple.

Level Artists and Designers used different types of forest to structure England's king:

- oak trees, ivy, and rowan in Wessex - heather fields, Scots Pine trees, moss and willow trees in East Anglia - beech trees, bluebells , and autumnal birch trees in Mercia - tundra bushes, Western gorse , with dead and frozen trees in Northumbria

Ubisoft Sofia even recreated Wistman's Wood in Hamtunscire using the pictures the development team took during their scouting trip!

To do so, they integrated old medium-sized trees, a smattering of rocks, a soupcon of moss, and a bit of fog to complete this ominous atmosphere.

"Honeymoon" referred to the Scandinavian practice of giving newlyweds a moon cycle's worth of mead (a beverage brewed with honey , water, and yeast).

But honey was valued by Angles and Norsemen alike, it was then vital for the developers to represent the bee-keeping practice as faithfully as possible.

Depending on each region's real flora, fields of flaxseeds, poppies, and heather were designed and implemented by Modelers and Level Artists—the flowers used a seamless way to guide players through their environment.

The beehives, seem from afar, also act as a natural marker (a beecon?), and are surrounded by NPCs collecting the honey.

Photogrammetry is an innovative technique for in-game textures.

Determined to illustrate accurate surfaces, the Graphics team travelled to England to capture every inch of stone walls and pavements, sometimes for twelve hours straight! A three-metre wall would take 250 pictures, stitched together by specialized software.

The final result is a 3D file with colours and depths, designed into tileable textures. These textures are then used by Level Artists and Modelers to add onto buildings.

To push this realism further, the Graphics team also added uneven silhouettes with protruding stones, slate angles, and damaged areas.

Creating an immersive world also includes the sounds triggered when Eivor interacts with her/his surroundings.

Shown here are coloured surfaces that play a specific sound when the player walks on them. Yes, every item with sound and animation is labeled in the game's engine!

A brown square indicates a wooden sound, while yellow squares signal a fabric-like sound. When the player walks on or touches one of these hidden squares, the noise it's linked to triggers automatically.

But there's another side to this coin: with this system, developers were also able to create noise traps that can reveal the player's presence to nearby enemies!

• The Assassin's Artillery
• The Music of AC Valhalla
• Use Protection
• Welcome to Asgard

200 unique weapon models were designed for AC Valhalla .

After thorough historical research, Modeling Artists had the difficult task of designing realistic but spectacular weapons. Talk about a brain-twister!

The flail was also added to the arsenal as a unique form of weaponry, even though flails weren't used by soldiers in battle but by peasants during harvest.

To enjoy these weapons even more, new fighting styles were created. Players can now fight with a weapon in each hand—the dual-wielding —or hit foes with their shield !

Music is at the core of AC Valhalla ' s experience, defining territories and moods. To create an acoustic dichotomy between Norsemen and Angles, Norway's music borrows sounds from rituals and daily life, while England's music revolves more around the Church .

In total, it's 5 hours of music that were composed through the collaboration of Jesper Kyd , Sarah Schachner , and Einar Selvik .

But the music doesn't stop there!

To the uncontrollable delight of AC Black Flag fans, sea shanties were also added to AC Valhalla . They are sung as Eivor sails on the longship , by none other than Einar Selvik— skald Bragi in the game!

Shields played an important role in the Viking and Anglo-Saxon fighting techniques, and in AC Valhalla as well.

Used in the game to differentiate clans and factions, each one has its own shape, paint model, colour pattern and emblem.

A new gameplay element was also added: the shield degradation. With each hit, an enemy's shield loses a piece until it's destroyed, and players can also now attack using their shields.

Little known fact: it was common for vendors to walk around the battlefield, supplying clients with replacements shields and weapons! What an we say, Vikings were resourceful!

Being the land of mighty gods ], Asgard had to be scaled accordingly.

To create this sense of magnitude, Level Designers played on heights, with towers that reach up into the sky to meet the immense branches of Yggdrasil , the mythical world-tree.

The wolf Fenrir went through the same fate. Indeed, the infamous beast is ten times the size of a normal wolf, thanks to the Character Modelers.

To set AC Valhalla ' s Asgard apart, developers focused on depicting the myths of the Viking sagas , with doors to other realms , well of Norns , and so on, combined with glimpses of Eivor's past life and memories .

A shame it will all be destroyed come Ragnarök !

Research [ ]

• A Humble Abode
• Animus, Translate 'Skål!'
• Long Live the King

The castles of England were meant to be seen from afar by anyone seeking refuge. Except, rulers didn't really account for their castles also attracting Vikings!

All fortified areas in AC Valhalla were inspired by the castles the development team visited while in England: Portchester , Derby , Goodrich , Housesteads Roman Fort at Hadrian's Wall ... The Castle Trefaldwyn in Wales inspired the fictional Caustow Castle , a fort in the Scriopescire region.

In AC Valhalla , castles are a telltale sign of great bounty to collect during raids , and lords will often retreat behind a castle's protective walls when fleeing from Eivor.

They can run but they can't hide!

It seems that Vikings and Ango-Saxons could roughly understand each other at the time, as both of their languages sounded similar and had diverged only a few centuries before.

To help actors during records, the Voice Design team relied on linguists, such as Runoloist Maja Bäckvall ( Uppsala University ).

Lines were then written in three versions: in English or context, in the original language (Latin, Old Norse, Old English), and in phonetics for accurate pronunciation.

Interestingly, it felt quite natural for Icelandic actors to pronounce Old Norse. They wouldn't need a dictionary if their great-great-great-great-grandparents were around to translate!

AC Valhalla is set during a tense political climate. English kingdoms were fighting one another as well as trying to ward off Viking attacks.

Hence, maps are displayed in the game as battle plans. To help players visualize friends and foes, chess pieces were designed.

The 3D Modeling team first created items inspired by an early Scandinavian chess set, the Hnefatafl , which was combined with the Lewis chess pieces . Found in Scotland , they were crafted out of walrus tusks and whale teeth in the 12th century.

This design merged English and Scandinavian heritage into a unique item.

As King Alfred is a historical figure, Artists and Modelers had a lot of documentation to help with his design.

With pre-established features (age, height, backstory) kept as accurate as possible, his appearance had to represent his royal demeanor but also his weakened state—he suffered from Chron's disease .

This contrast was made through the design of his clothes, hair, and facial features.

As one of the main characters in AC Valhalla , seen up-close in multiple cinematics, it was imperative to design every detail meticulously. So much so that it took ten days to design his hair!

• Take a Leap of Faith
• The Die is Cast
• The Longhouse
• The Myth of Horned Helmets

As the monastery of Ely has been destroyed. Level Designers and Artists had to draw their inspiration elsewhere. More specifically, from the Saint-Martin-du-Canigou Abbey in France .

Despite the construction being two centuries older than AC Valhalla ' s time period, it offered interesting architecture for the players to enjoy: atop a hill for great scenery, a cloister to clear the perspective, and the bell tower to provide an iconic viewpoint .

Finally, an underground tunnel was added, a unique feat perfect for a surprise attack.

But some things remain accurate! Several eels were placed in the waters circling the monastery—a nod to the feature that gave its name.

Even warriors get some playtime.

Indeed, it seems that Vikings played board games that involved throwing small objects, such as carved wooden figures. However, the team couldn't find any clear rules for these games.

But all hope wasn't lost; the developers at Singapore Vengdu and Montreal studios all came together to invent new rules and mocked-up their prototypes in a tabletop simulator.

Everyone on the team could experience (and enjoy!) the evolving versions of the Orlog 2.0.

A first physical prototype was also made, using real dice that were painted over. The game of Orlog was (re)born.

AC Valhalla ' s version of the Orlog was so loved by fans that Ubisoft partnered with PureArts to produce real life Orlog sets!

As longhouses were at the centre of Norse communities, it was only natural that they'd be at the forefront of AC Valhalla .

Just like any true Viking, Eivor hosts feats, plans battles, and sleeps in her/his longhouse. But what about its design?

The Art Direction team first took a scouting trip to Lofoten , Norway, to immerse themselves in the land and bring back references. From these pictures, Modelers and Artists designed variations of paint patterns, carved animals, frescos etc. for players to enjoy and use to customize their settlement.

Anglo-Saxon longhouses, on the other hand, were designed with different materials, such as hay and lime, and less detailed engravings. Can't have them steal the show!

To make it short: Vikings did not, in fact, wear horned helmets.

The misconception came from the Wagnerian opera, The Ring of the Nibelung (1876). Horned and winged helmets were then part of the actor's costumes, a way for the warriors to seem more grandiose on stage.

Ever since then, depictions of Vikings wearing big horned helmets were in plentiful supply, and this wrongful image has persisted to this day.

Beside the fact that horned helmets would have been anything but practical on the battlefield, it seems that the very few ones found by archeologists were only used for ritual purposes.

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Scandinavia [ ]

• Creating Eivor's Longship
• Designing Stavanger
• New Game, New Crest

Can't make a Viking game without an awesome longship!

After all, Norsemen are renowned for their boat -building craftsmanship to this day.

To do it justice, Modelers (Montreal) built the dimensions and shapes, while Artists (Singapore) created 48 different variations of longboats with stunning designs inspired by Norse mythology.

The outcome speaks for itself: a slick, clinker-built hull for hydro-dynamism, shallow keels to sail in low waters, and even a removable mast to pass under bridges!

May you have fair winds and following seas!

Stavanger , as with many cities in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla , is based on an existing city.

To reconstruct it, Level Designers and Artists used maps, pictures and drawings by Archaeologist Jean-Claude Golvin as references, adding alterations for gameplay purposes.

While not all towns resembled Golvin's drawings, some iconic details helped give a "Scandinavian signature" to the towns and settlements of the game, easily recognizable by players.

Narrow streets, docks, and a salient longhouse in the distance... They all incite exploration and the need for adventure.

It's difficult to set oneself apart in a sea of Viking-themed media. But it was the challenge Marketing and Art teams faced when creating AC Valhalla ' s visual identity. Together, they designed logos and crests, and selected fonts, colours, and interfaces.

As a result, fifty different logos were created for the brand to find the right fit: the two-axes logo on the bottom right of this picture.

The turquoise colour was added early-on, as a nod to the aurora borealis that illuminate the Norwegian skies.

Two axes (for dual-wielding) form the the A of Assassin's Creed.

At their end, the outline of a longhouse rooftop, with delicate engravings to underline Norse crafting skills.

Finally, the faded grid in the background serves as a reminder of the Animus simulation.

• The Creation of Eivor
• White Landscapes

Every detail matters when designing a main character. Personality, backstory, mannerisms... Eivor the "Wolf-Kissed" must have a noticeable scar and tattoos to represent past events, beliefs, and clan affiliation.

A mood board was made with various references, from Mad Max ' s Furiosa to Major Motoko Kusanagi in Ghost in the Shell , which allowed Concept Artists to create composition (silhouettes, shapes) and concepts.

Then, the Character Modelers designed the details (hair styles, tattoos, outfits, an even leather stitching), while Animators focused on body movement and facial expressions.

Finally, actors Magnus Bruun Nielssen and Cecile Stenspil were cast to give Eivor a voice, tailored to her or his personality.

For player's to recognize their surroundings easily, developers wanted to create a clash between the English and Norwegian maps.

Thus, Norwegian landscapes are covered with ice and snow, with little road to travel by land. While ancient Scandinavia wasn't as barren as we're made to believe, the harsh and uninviting land depicted in AC Valhalla means to push the players towards England and continue Eivor's journey.

To do so, Level Artists, Tech Artists, and Level Designers used the Lofoten Islands as a visual reference to emulate its rough landscapes. Through shapes and outlines, the designers made the world feel treacherous, while England's flora is lush and lively.

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The Discovery Tour series is made of dedicated games that let visitors freely roam Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt and the Viking Age to learn more about their history and daily life. Students, teachers, non-gamers, and players can discover these eras at their own pace, or embark on guided tours and stories curated by historians and experts.

Discovery Tour Time Periods

Discover the life of Vikings and Anglo-Saxons in the 9th century! Purchase the Discovery Tour: Viking Age as a standalone product for yourself or your classroom on Xbox, Playstation, PC and Luna. The Discovery Tour is also available as a free game mode within Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.

Ancient Greece

Dive into the incredible richness of Classical Greece and meet Sokrates and other key historical figures of the time! Purchase Discovery Tour: Ancient Greece as a standalone product for yourself or your classroom on PC. Discovery Tour is also available as a game mode within Assassin’s Creed Odyssey on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC.

Ancient Egypt

Discover the Great Pyramids and learn about Ptolemaic Egypt at the time of Cleopatra! Purchase Discovery Tour: Ancient Egypt as a standalone product for yourself or your classroom on PC. Discovery Tour is also available as a game mode within Assassin’s Creed Origins on Xbox One, Playstation, and PC.

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Winner of Best Learning Game and the G4C People's Choice Award at the 2019 Games for Change Awards, Discovery Tour has been used by teachers to bring their students closer to history. In addition to its guided tours, Discovery Tour's freely explorable re-creations of Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece and the Viking Age enable students to visualize the landscape, architecture, and cultures of the past like never before.

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Travel through Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt and the Viking Age as one of dozens of different avatars, unlocked as you progress in the Discovery Tour. These include a range of fictional characters as well as such legends as Cleopatra, Sokrates, Caesar, Pythagoras and King Aelfred.

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Explore massive, painstakingly detailed re-creations of ancient lands and eras. From the heights of the Parthenon to the depths of the Aegean Sea, from the Pyramids of Giza to the snowy lands of Norway, Discovery Tour's historians and designers have invested a great deal of time and energy into meticulously re-creating the famous landmarks, geographical features, and daily routines of the ancient world.

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Discovery Tour: Viking Age Standalone Edition Available Now

Ready your longships, because the Discovery Tour: Viking Age standalone version launches today for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The standalone version allows curious players to explore and interact with Viking history and traditions — without needing to own Assassin’s Creed Valhalla (for which Discovery Tour: Viking Age ’s content is also available as part of a free patch).

The Discovery Tour series is an immersive educational experience inspired by the worlds of Assassin’s Creed . Viking Age expands the formula from the previous Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece installments, pivoting to put narrative and interactivity at its center. Viking Age takes historical figures and original characters, and places them in narrative-driven quests that teaches players about the era through immersion. Discovery Tour: Viking Age features a storyline with eight quests spanning Norway, England, Asgard, and Jotunheim, and gives players the opportunity to experience the ninth century from both Viking and Anglo-Saxon perspectives.

“The Viking Age is a rich and complex era that we absolutely wanted to highlight in a Discovery Tour ,” said Maxime Durand, world design director at Ubisoft Montreal. “With our new approach, players are placed at the core of a unique interactive experience where they see history in the making through the eyes of the people of the time. We’ve designed Discovery Tour: Viking Age to be both fun as a videogame, and effective as a learning tool.”

To ensure Discovery Tour: Viking Age is useful as educational material, Ubisoft developers worked closely with historians, archaeologists, and academics to create the most accurate and up-to-date content for the game. Viking Age covers eight different topics for players to engage with: war and politics, daily life, religion and magic, myths and legends, law and justice, art and culture, and trade and economy. Ubisoft also partners with the faculty at McGill University to develop free curriculum guides for teachers and students to help them make the most of Discovery Tour in the classroom.

Do you have what it takes to go a Viking? Download Discovery Tour: Viking Age today and step into the shoes of merchants, monks, and kings for a contemporary experience of ninth century England.

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Assassin's Creed Valhalla Free Discovery Tour Mode Out Now, Standalone Edition Also Available

The mode is free for everyone who owns Valhalla or it can be purchased for $20 as a standalone game on PC.

By Eddie Makuch on October 19, 2021 at 12:31PM PDT

Assassin's Creed Valhalla 's Discovery Tour mode is out now. The educational experience teachers players about the history of the Viking world in a no-combat setup.

Valhalla's Discovery Tour mode is free for everyone who owns Valhalla, or it can be purchased on PC as a standalone game for $20 through Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store. A standalone version of console, as well as Stadia and Luna, is coming in 2022.

This is the third Discovery Tour game from Ubisoft, following Discovery Tour: Ancient Egypt (Assassin's Creed: Origins) and Discovery Tour: Ancient Greece (Assassin's Creed: Odyssey).

"Players of all ages will be immersed in a unique interactive experience where they can learn about the history, traditions, and famous people of the Viking and Anglo-Saxon worlds," Ubisoft said.

The Discovery Tour: Viking Age experience is a little different, as it features some narrative and interactive elements more heavily than in the past. "Following a new narrative storyline structured around eight quests, players will have the opportunity to embody Viking and Anglo-Saxon characters of the time and take part in their adventures set in the ninth century," Ubisoft said. "This narrative takes players through the snowy lands of Norway, the beautiful landscapes of England, and the mythical realms of Jotunheim and Asgard."

Ubisoft Montreal's Maxime Durand said, "We have designed Discovery Tour: Viking Age to be both fun as a video game and effective as a learning tool."

The game was developed alongside historians, archaeologists, and academics. Some of the topics it will discuss include war and politics, daily life, religion and magic, myths and legends, science, law and justice, art and culture, and trade and economy.

In other news, Ubisoft is making a very ambitious-sounding Assassin's Creed game next, which is under development with the working title Assassin's Creed Infinity for release in 2024 at the soonest .

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Experience the World of 'Assassin's Creed: Valhalla' in the New 'Discovery Tour: Viking Age' (EXCLUSIVE)

Oct. 27 2021, Published 12:15 p.m. ET

Released as one of the first games available for the highly sought-after PlayStation 5 , Assassin's Creed: Valhalla was the newest installment in the Ubisoft franchise, bringing players on an adventure through the Viking age in Norway and England.

But if hunting people down isn't really your thing, Ubisoft has a new way to immerse yourself in the world it's created with Discovery Tour: Viking Age . Ahead of the game's launch, World Design Director Maxime Durand talked with Distractify about the work that goes into these games and what exactly the Discovery Tour is.

What is a 'Discovery Tour'?

There are only three Assassin's Creed games that have Discovery Tour versions to them. Valhalla is the most recent one. Usually released long after the original game, the Discovery Tours are meant to be a more accessible gameplay experience for everyone who wants to explore the historical time periods crafted in these games.

"With the Discovery Tour , the idea is that we wanted to reuse the game environment and reuse things that have been built for Assassin's Creed , but we wanted to create a different type of game," Maxime told us.

"We wanted to create something that could be accessible for anyone and could provide a safe space to learn history, built in the environments that were created originally for Assassin's Creed, " he continued. " It's really a video game that is meant to teach history using in-game environments, built by Ubisoft, and it's for everyone."

While the original games are rated M for mature audiences and are often centered on quests where the protagonist has to quite literally assassinate others, the Discovery Tour games are meant for all audiences.

Before Assassin's Creed Valhalla Discovery Tour: Viking Age was released on Oct. 19, there were two other Discovery Tours: one for Ancient Egypt (from Assassin's Creed: Origins ) and one for Ancient Greece (from Assassin's Creed: Odyssey ).

The two original games were more narrative-focused, taking players on a sort of tour throughout the area. Discovery Tour: Viking Age is more interactive than its predecessors, with eight quests for players to complete as they explore the area.

"The idea is that it's not a narrative anymore. ... We're just living the story of the characters that we created custom made to enhance learning and engage with the subjects that we wanted to talk about," Maxime said.

Will there be more 'Discovery Tour' games in the 'Assassin's Creed' franchise in the future?

While the continuation of a franchise is largely dependent on a game's performance and reception once it's released, Maxime told us that he hopes there will be more Discovery Tour games to come — though it is an involved process to create them that involves even more historical research than the base games have.

"We start off with the given environment and we start with the opportunities that are in the game environment and the character designs that are available, and then we do more research," he said.

"We look at school curriculums in various countries, and we try to come up with what subjects could be interesting for schools. ... Then we go into greater depth with that, doing more work with historical consultants."

Maxime said that the games have been used in classrooms and museums internationally, offering a hands-on history lesson for players.

"I think everyone loves the idea and I just hope that we can have the opportunity to create more of them," he told us.

Discovery Tour: Viking Age is now available for free to all owners of Assassin's Creed: Valhalla or as a standalone game.

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3. Discovery Tour: Viking Age Story walkthrough

Upon loading the game there will be a couple of screens asking if you want to adjust any settings. If you have played AC: Valhalla then the game will feel pretty familiar. If you haven’t played AC: Valhalla then I’m surprised that you found this game! Either way: Hit New Game and let’s begin the walkthrough. Gold Markers - Discovery Sites Blue Markers - Behind the Scenes Oaths and Honour Playing as Thorsteinn, follow Gunnhilda, your wife, until you meet Ulf in town. After a short cutscene you will follow Gunnhilda until you meet Mikjel. You’ll then head back close to where you met Ulf to confront Bjorn. You are going into investigate mode. Familiar if you have played the more recent AC games. If not, it can be a bit confusing. You need to find 3 clues. The first is right in front of you. Hold the right stick in to enter Odin’s sight which will highlight the first clue at the base of the sail Gunnhilda claims is not hers. Next, behind you is a man you will interview. He is down from the platform you are on by the water. Speak to him for your second clue. Last, head west to find a boat on land by a man spear fishing. Climb on the boat to find Gunnhilda’s sail. After that, head to the next quest marker to rally your allies. I took a break from the main quest here and started collecting the Discovery Sites and Behind the Scenes events. They show up on your map if you zoom in by flicking the right stick up or down to zoom in or out. There are 11/15 Discovery Sites and 4/6 Behind the Scenes in the main area. The rest are on the same island to the South and South-East. Head to Gunnhilda by the entrance to the main hall. After a brief dialogue you will be in a Flyting event from AC: Valhalla. Choose: -Yet the ships and the rations were hand-picked by me. -And Harald sought me when he already had you. -My worst is still better than you at your best. The quest is completed and you will be given the choice to continue on or explore freely. I chose to explore freely and wrap up the rest of the collectibles on the island. Hold left on the directional pad to call your mount and quickly head to the rest of the collectible markers. Next we can unlock our first achievement:

Take a picture while in photo mode

Simply click both direction sticks at the same time to enter photo mode. Hit A to take a picture. Achievement unlocked!

Through Faith and Fire

To advance press start, go to Quests, select Through Fire and Faith, then hit A to Play. You are now playing as Brother Ealic. You will follow the Abbess through the church grounds. I was collecting Discovery Sites as I went and unlocked:

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Continue South to the main quest marker. You can leave the church the way you came in. There is a door on the other side that you need to enter to find the quest marker. Hold Y to interact with the table. After an event at the table, pick up the brother and carry him to the next quest marker. After setting the man down, you will speak to a brother outside the building. He sends you to look for more info about the disease. You have to interact with 4 quest markers before being able to speak to Sister Winifred. Next, you need to gather four ingredients for the remedy. Simply head to the quest markers to gather them. You may need to speak to someone who will tell you where to gather the ingredient close by. When you are by the feverfew, make sure to grab the 2 Discovery Sites and Behind the Scenes Event (furthest away collectibles). Then head back to the monk that gave you the quest. He asks you if you remember the order to add the ingredients. Do you remember? I didn’t either! -Ale, from the kitchens -Feverfew and Honey -Dust from a relic After making the potion and giving it to our sick friend, we will be summoned to the Abess. You can wrap up all your collectibles now, or finish the quest and explore freely later. To finish the quest, talk to the Abbess and carry the relic to safety. I chose to explore freely after finishing the last quest and loaded in as Thorsteinn.

Head towards the blue marker. You will be stopped, choose the following dialogue options:

Complete the Seaworthy quest

Into the West Sail across the sea to the new quest marker. Dock and talk to Trygg. Next, we’ll take control of Gunnhilda! Press left on the directional pad to call your mount and ride to the quest marker. You will meet your mother then be tasked to follow her. When you get the chance, select: We have mead and dried fish and wool. We’ll observe the elements around us Next, hop on the boat and set sail. This is the first time you will not have a quest marker. So follow these directions and you will be good: - Head right toward the open sea - Sail towards the setting sun - Avoid the rocks by sailing to the right of them - Follow the coast North past an ice tower and an island filled with sea lions - Keep heading North, there will be a faint orange light in the distance Head to the quest marker to talk to… Bjorn. Head back to the ship and Gunnhilda will chastise you (rightfully so). A Barter for Peace Follow Guthrum up to the church. Someone has ransacked the church. Speak with four witnesses and then head to the southernmost quest marker where you will see Bjorn outside a house. If you played alot of AC: Valhalla, you will know how to get in the house. You look for an opening at the peak of the building you are trying to enter. So make this monk parkour up the outside wall and hop into the building. If you read the note in here, Bjorn is still besmirching Thorsteinn. Find the gold through a quick investigation of the evidence on the floor then head back to Guthrum. I called out Bjorn (never did like that guy). After this interaction we need to head back to our cell. After a cutscene you’ll be back in the church. Bjorn wants you to grab the gold box behind the altar and follow him to Guthrum. Note: Bjorn got stuck behind a dog and did not advance to Guthrum for me. Either wait for Bjorn to outsmart an AI dog, or you can restart the level by going to the quest menu and selecting Y reset for the current mission. Once you've spoken to Guthrum, carry the relic to the messenger at the gate. After this interaction, head to the quest marker and you can get on your horse and get the hell out of Dodge. I made sure to collect all the Gold Markers - Discovery Sites and Blue Markers - Behind the Scenes in this area before following the messenger to Wincestre. The final 3 Gold Markers - Discovery Sites are on the road to our next objective. This will complete all the objectives for Hamtunscire. Once you’ve arrived at Wincestre, the messenger will drop the relic on the ground. Pick it up and head to Aelfred. A cutscene will occur and you will need to follow Aelfred and Guthrum for his baptism. This ends the quest. I chose to stay and free roam Wincestre to mop up the Gold Markers - Discovery Sites and Blue Markers - Behind the Scenes. One Discovery site was a pain here: In the southwest corner there is a discovery site on the top of the fort. Don’t go inside.Climb the outside of the building to the top and you’ll find it easily. I got lost in the building and had a hard time making it out again. Also, use the fast travel points to move quickly to the markers. Don’t be afraid to go after the far away objectives first. After mopping up this area we can begin:

Aelfred’s Legacy

We need to follow Aelfred for a long time. He’s got some big plans. After he finally shuts up, we need to convince Bishop Denewulf to join Aelfred. Select: -King Aelfred requires more control over the kingdom -King Aelfred wants to build burhs -King Aelfred wishes to unite people through faith After a short dialogue we are back on the road. Ride until you have to climb up and light a beacon. New Life, New Lands

Next we will be in Jorvik in control of Thornnstein. I chose this time to collect all the Gold Markers - Discovery Sites and Blue Markers - Behind the Scenes. This netted me 2 achievements:

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Where Fates Align We are in Jotunheim. There are only 4 Discovery Sites here, one to the Northeast and the rest towards the South. Follow Thor and he will ask you to collect his gloves and belt. Follow the marker and enter the house then climb the ladder. Circle around the upper floor to the right to find Thor’s belt. Next, jump back down and head to the next quest marker. At the bottom of a giant mug of mead are Thor’s gloves. Press B to dive. W e will enter the Well of Mimir after talking to Thor. Next, we will be before the Norn.

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Assassin’s Creed Discovery Tour: Viking Age Launches on October 19

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla players are about to get a new way to explore the game’s world on October 19, when Discovery Tour: Viking Age launches as a free add-on for those who own the game, and as a standalone purchase on PC via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store. For the first time in the Discovery Tour series, the standalone edition will also be available for consoles, Stadia, and Amazon Luna in early 2022.

Continuing in the footsteps of previous Discovery Tours, the new experience was designed with input from historians and archaeologists, and will transform the game’s world into a nonviolent, educational experience that players can freely explore to learn more about the places, people, and cultures of ninth-century England and Norway. However, Discovery Tour: Viking Age takes a new approach to how players explore history: instead of embarking on guided tours, they will assume the roles of different characters and take on quests, which aim to bring them closer to the material by putting them at the center of it.

While following the narrative and completing the quests’ objectives, Discovery Tour: Viking Age players will have the opportunity to interact with Discovery Sites that each focus on an element of the culture and traditions of Vikings and Anglo-Saxons in the Viking Age. Those Discovery Sites feature images of items from the collections of Discovery Tour’s museum partners, which include the UK’s Hampshire Cultural Trust, Preston Park Museum & Grounds, York Archaeological Trust, and The British Library; France’s Réunion des Musées Nationaux; and the National Museum of Denmark.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla players can access the new mode for free starting October 19 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Amazon Luna, and Stadia. PC players can also purchase it as a standalone game via Ubisoft Connect or Epic Games Store on October 19, and on Stadia, Amazon Luna, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S in early 2022. For more on Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, check out our dedicated news hub .

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To get Mew in Pokémon Go , you’ll need to complete the quest “A Mythical Discovery.” This is accessible in your Special Research Task tab. In our Pokémon Go guide, we’ll list out the steps and rewards for doing the Mew quest, as well as tips to help you complete the quests.

Unlike Celebi’s quests , Mew’s don’t require too much preparation in advance. The only thing you’ll want to save up, other than a handful of berries, is Magikarp candy. One task involves evolving a Magikarp, so if you’re planning on getting a Gyarados soon, you should wait until you reach that task.

Seriously, do not evolve a Magikarp until you’re at this quest step. It requires 400 candies and getting another 400 when the quest comes up will absolutely suck.

Shiny Mew is in the game, though it will not appear from “A Mythical Discovery.” To get Shiny Mew, you need to complete the limited time quest from the Kanto Tour event .

Mew is not ideal for PvE content like raids, but can be useful in the PvP Great League. Its best PvP moveset is Shadow Claw with Wild Charge . Its second charge move should be either Surf or Flame Charge , according to GamePress .

All eight steps to Mew’s “A Mythical Discovery” quest line is listed below:

Mew research step 1 of 8

• Spin 5 Pokéstops (500 XP)
• Catch 10 Pokémon (500 XP)
• Transfer 5 Pokémon (500 XP)

Reward : 10 Great Balls, 1 Incubator, 3 Lure Modules

Mew research step 2 of 8

• Earn 2 candy walking with your buddy (1,000 XP)
• Make 10 great throws (1,000 XP)
• Hatch 3 eggs (1,000 XP)

Reward : 2,000 Stardust, 3 Incense, 20 Great Balls

Mew research step 3 of 8

• Reach trainer level 15 (1,500 XP)
• Battle in 2 raids (1,500 XP)
• Battle in a gym 2 times (1,500 XP)

Reward : 1 Fast TM, 1 Charge TM, 2 Star Pieces

Mew research step 4 of 8

• Earn the Kanto Silver Medal (2,000 XP)
• Evolve 20 Pokémon (2,000 XP)
• Earn 5 candy walking with your buddy (2,000 XP)

Reward : 4,000 Stardust, three Lure Modules, and 20 Great Balls

The Kanto Silver Medal requires catching 30 Pokémon from the Kanto region.

Mew research step 5 of 8

• Catch a Ditto (2,500 XP)
• Catch 10 ghost-type Pokémon (2,500 XP)
• Make 20 great throws (2,500 XP)

Reward : 1 Premium Raid Pass, 1 Lucky Egg, 15 Revives

Mew research step 6 of 8

• Reach trainer level 25 (3,000 XP)
• Evolve a Magikarp (3,000 XP)
• Battle in 10 raids (3,000 XP)

Reward : 6,000 Stardust, 5 Rare Candies, 3 Incense

Mew research step 7 of 8

• Catch 50 Pokémon using a berry (3,500 XP)
• Earn a Kanto Gold Medal (3,500 XP)
• Make an excellent curve throw (3,500 XP)

Reward : 8,000 Stardust, 5 Great Balls, Mew encounter

The Kanto Gold Medal requires catching 100 Pokémon from the Kanto region. You can keep track of your total on the top of your Pokédex.

Mew research step 8 of 8

• Claim reward (4,000 XP)

Reward : 10,000 Stardust, 1 Super Incubator, 20 Mew candy

Once completing all the steps, Mew will pop up with AR on and unlimited plain Pokéballs handy. Mew moves around a lot, but don’t worry too much about landing excellent curve balls. Mew will eventually be caught, as long as you hit it with balls.

Mew isn’t a very good attacker for raids or gyms, but can learn an extremely versatile number of moves. However, players will need a massive amount of TMs to make Mew work to their favor, making the cute Legendary Pokémon more of a Pokédex filler than anything else.

If this is your first special research quest, there should be three more to complete:

• Let’s Go Meltan quest guide
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• A Thousand-Year Slumber quest guide (Jirachi)
• The Feeling of Victory quest guide (Victini)

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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Russia Maps Show 25% of Moscow Without Power Amid Winter Freeze 'Emergency'

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the nationalization of an ammunition plant in Moscow after a mechanical failure caused tens of thousands of Muscovites to lose heat and water amid freezing temperatures beginning last week.

On January 4, a heating main burst at the Klimovsk Specialized Ammunition Plant in the town of Podolsk, which is around 30 miles south of central Moscow. Since then, tens of thousands of Russians are reported to have no heating in their homes in the Moscow region amid subzero temperatures.

Affected areas include the cities of Khimki, Balashikha, Lobnya, Lyubertsy, Podolsk, Chekhov, Naro-Fominsk, and Podolsk, a map published by a Russian Telegram channel and shared on other social media sites shows.

⚡️Map of European cities where people complain about the lack of heating and electricity due to the restriction of #ruZZian energy supplies 😆😆😆😆😆 pic.twitter.com/o0kldiLwiy — Aurora Borealis 🤫 (@aborealis940) January 8, 2024

Other Russian media outlets reported that in Moscow, residents of Balashikha, Elektrostal, Solnechnogorsk, Dmitrov, Domodedovo, Troitsk, Taldom, Orekhovo-Zuyevo, Krasnogorsk, Pushkino, Ramenskoye, Voskresensk, Losino-Petrovsky, and Selyatino are also without power.

That means that in total, more than a quarter of Moscow's cities have been hit with power outages and a lack of heating.

Newsweek has contacted Russia's Foreign Ministry for comment via email.

Many residents have taken to publishing video appeals on social media to complain about their freezing conditions. In one clip, people living in Moscow say that they are left with no choice but to warm their homes with gas stoves, heaters, and "whatever else we can find." Others said they are lighting fires in the streets to keep warm.

Andrei Vorobyov, governor of the Moscow region, announced on Tuesday that Putin ordered the ammunition plant to be nationalized because two of its owners have been "located abroad." He didn't name the individuals.

"We received the right to take control of this boiler house within the framework of an emergency," Vorobiev said, adding that the plant's boiler room was managed "very poorly" and there was "virtually no qualified competent personnel."

Russia's Investigative Committee has opened a criminal case over Klimovsk Specialized Ammunition Plant not meeting safety requirements.

On Tuesday, the committee said that because of the incident, the deputy head of Podolsk's administration, the head of the plant's boiler house, and the general director of the ammunition plant had been detained.

Residents of Selyatino have described the situation as "some kind of struggle for survival," Russian Telegram channel ASTRA reported.

Power outages have also struck St. Petersburg, Rostov, Volgograd, Voronezh, Primorsky Territory, and Yekaterinburg.

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• (0.31 mi) Ermitazh

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The Moscow Kremlin

Krasnaya ploshchad'

State Historical Museum

St. Basil's Cathedral

Great Moscow State Circus

Moscow State University

Moscow Metro

Moskva River

Arbat Street

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Kroshka Kartoshka

Coffee Shop Usy Teodora Glagoleva

Fabrika Obedov

Beer Club Tolsty Medved

Cafe Antresole

Quest-Cafe 4 Komnaty

Prima Bolshogo

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