Cleanup Logic
Do not collect purely by whatever appears next. The faster route is realm-by-realm cleanup: confirm the area is fully open, then sweep chests, ravens, lore, artifacts, flowers, and favor objectives by region.
Before Or After The Story?
| Content | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Nornir Chests near the main path | Do them when nearby for health and Rage |
| Obvious ravens and lore | Grab them naturally without huge detours |
| Tool-gated paths | Mark and revisit later |
| Pure completion cleanup | Usually better after the finale |
| Trophy-linked goals | Pair them with the platinum checklist |
Cleanup Order
- Choose one realm instead of jumping everywhere.
- Start from a main fast travel point and clear by region.
- Grab obvious chests and visible targets first.
- If a region still shows unknown content, check unfinished favors.
- Review the global platinum list last.
Common Collectible Types
| Type | How To Search |
|---|---|
| Ravens | Check high spots, distant ledges, tree branches, rooflines, and flight paths |
| Lore markers | Often on walls, stones, caves, and main route edges |
| Artifacts | Look in side paths, corners, body sites, and post-puzzle areas |
| Flowers | Usually tied to realm revisits and open areas |
| Chests | Use map completion, then look for entrances to uncleared spaces |
Reduce Cleanup Fatigue
- Clear one realm or large region per session.
- If one target stalls you, switch objectives.
- Prioritize Nornir and Legendary Chests over low-impact finds.
- Save Berserkers and Muspelheim-style challenges for their own pass.
Next guide: Platinum trophy roadmap.