The "Legend of the Eagle Bearer" tuning is a distinctive and evocative custom tuning for the guitar, specifically crafted for the song of the same name from the video game Assassin's Creed Odyssey. This tuning is designed to be played with a capo at the 2nd fret, which would effectively transpose the open string notes up by two semitones, maintaining the unique intervallic structure.

Technically, the open strings are tuned to D#3 C3 G3 C4 G3 C4, from the lowest to the highest string. This is a fascinating and somewhat unconventional setup. The core of the tuning on the five higher strings (C3 G3 C4 G3 C4) forms a rich and resonant C Major arpeggio, making open C Major chords and their inversions incredibly easy to play and providing a bright, full sound. This pattern, particularly the repeated C-G-C structure, often found in Open C tunings, offers a strong harmonic foundation and makes strumming across these strings very rewarding for major tonalities.

However, the lowest string, tuned to D#3 (Eb3), introduces a compelling tension and character. This D# note, when played against the C Major arpeggio of the higher strings, creates a complex sound. It hints at a C minor tonality (if the D# is interpreted as an Eb, the minor third of C) or provides a darker, more dramatic drone that can be used to great effect for power chords or modal explorations. This blend of a bright C Major core with a deep, slightly dissonant D# bass suggests a tuning ideal for atmospheric, epic, or melancholic pieces, perfectly fitting the thematic elements of Assassin's Creed Odyssey.

Chords are highly accessible within this tuning. Strumming strings 5 through 1 immediately yields a powerful C Major chord. By focusing on the D# on the 6th string, one can create strong root-5th power chords like D#5 (Eb5), or use it as a bass drone against melodic lines on the higher strings. Standard major and minor chord shapes will need significant adjustment due to the irregular intervals across all six strings. However, the tuning excels in creating open, resonant voicings and single-finger barre chords along the fretboard on the C-G-C-G-C strings (5-1). The overall feel is one of breadth and depth, with easy access to both harmonious and dramatically tense sonic landscapes.

Here are the notes for each string in this unique tuning, from the lowest (thickest) to the highest (thinnest):

• String 6 (Low E string): D#3
• String 5 (A string): C3
• String 4 (D string): G3
• String 3 (G string): C4
• String 2 (B string): G3
• String 1 (High E string): C4

How to Tune (Relative to Standard EADGBe Tuning)

To achieve the "Legend of the Eagle Bearer" tuning, follow these precise adjustments from standard EADGBe tuning. Please note that significant changes (more than 4 semitones up or down) may require a different gauge string for optimal tension and to prevent string breakage. For changes of 3 or 4 semitones up, exercise caution.

• String 6 (Low E): Tune down 1 semitone to D#3.
• String 5 (A): Tune up 3 semitones to C3. Take care when tuning up 3 semitones.
• String 4 (D): Tune up 5 semitones to G3. This is a significant tension increase; a heavier gauge string is advised for consistent use.
• String 3 (G): Tune up 5 semitones to C4. This is a significant tension increase; a heavier gauge string is advised for consistent use.
• String 2 (B): Tune down 4 semitones to G3. This is a significant tension decrease; a lighter gauge string is advised for optimal playability.
• String 1 (High E): Tune down 4 semitones to C4. This is a significant tension decrease; a lighter gauge string is advised for optimal playability.