In a jaw-dropping display of in-game prowess, The Time Traveller has dominated Valheim’s first Hard Mode speedrunning showdown, dubbed the Trial of Tyr. The seasoned Valheim veteran, boasting over 3,500 in-game hours, crushed the competition and established a new world record. Clocking in at 7 hours, 54 minutes, and 22 seconds, The Time Traveller annihilated all six bosses, surviving the brutal Hard Mode without so much as a health drop.
Gearing Up and Taking Names: The Time Traveller’s Arsenal
Armed with an expert grasp of speedrunning techniques, a spear, and a hunger for glory, The Time Traveller decimated the bosses in a race against time. With each boss defeated, the pace only intensified, proving that in the realm of Valheim speedrunning, this Viking is truly in a league of their own.
Developer’s Insight: Valheim Team Talks to The Time Traveller
Intrigued by this monumental feat, Valheim’s developers caught up with The Time Traveller to dig deeper into their strategies. One point of particular interest was a unique, passive-aggressive cart technique executed in the Mistlands. For those itching for an even more in-depth look into this record-breaking journey, the full interview is available for a deep dive.
The Trial of Tyr Context: What Sparked the Speedrun?
The Trial of Tyr came hot on the heels of Valheim’s recent content update, known as ‘Hildir’s Request’. This update welcomed a new merchant NPC and introduced a fresh questline that leads players through various biomes to recover the merchant’s lost loot. The competition offered a stage for Valheim’s best to shine and put this new content to the test.
Leaderboard Rundown: Who Else Battled for Glory?
Though The Time Traveller reigned supreme, they were far from the only warrior to tackle the Trial of Tyr’s unforgiving challenge. Securing third place was “Mr ADEL”, with a respectable run of 13 hours, 4 minutes, and 7 seconds. Nipping at his heels in second was “ThreadMenace”, who closed out the competition with a time of 10 hours, 52 minutes, and 1 second.
Eyes on the Prize: Catch the Runs Online
If you’re eager to relive the adrenaline-pumping action of the Trial of Tyr, all runs are available for viewing online. The grand prize run by The Time Traveller can be caught in its entirety on YouTube, solidifying their standing as a Valheim legend.
Here’s the lowdown, gamers. If you’re looking to get educated on top-tier Valheim gameplay or just want to witness some truly epic speedrunning, these runs offer a masterclass in both.
