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God of War Ragnarok relics explained
God of War Ragnarok made several significant changes to the equipment Kratos uses in battle. While the primary weapon systems remain largely the same, players will discover that Ragnarökis new Relic mechanic completely changes how certain items are used. Talismans are gone for good. Kratos now has a single amulet with Enchantments equipped, and all special moves that were associated with Talismans have now been replaced by relics, which takes many forms.
God of War Ragnarok relics explained
There is 14 relics in God of War Ragnarök, each with its own unique function or benefit. These range from passive boosters such as Gift of Strength from Talisman of Meignwhich increases the power of melee attacks, to special attacks, such as Motsognir's call. Players will have a wide range of options, with different relics strengthening different playstyles. Kratos will collect relics throughout his journey, in a variety of ways. Some will be rewards for defeating difficult bosses, and others will be found through exploration.
Regardless of which Relic you have equipped, they will always be activated by
holding L1
and presses
Circle
.
Relic Upgrade:
Like most of Kratos' other tools, Relics can be upgraded. The process is similar to upgrading Runic attacks and uses the XP Kratos earns through combat. To upgrade a relic, highlight the desired entry in the menu, and you will see the upgrade menu at the bottom of the screen. Each relic has three levels, with each item starting at the first level, followed by two possible upgrades. The cost of upgrades varies between relics, with the rarer items usually costing more.
Talisman of Meign
Since all cooldowns are affected by associated stats, the length of cooldowns can vary depending on what an individual player's cooldown stat is at. For this guide, all cooldowns are based on a stat level of 100.
Description |
Gives bonus to Melee damage for a short period |
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Cooling down |
89 seconds |
How to get Talisman of Meign:
- Place: The Applecore, Svartalfheim
The Talisman of Reign will be the first Relic players acquire into God of War Ragnarok. The will be encountered automatically when searching for Tyr in Applecore, during the first trip to Svartalfheim. You will find the relic when you meet the dead body stuck in the crack in the wall. Interact with the body to acquire the Talisman of Meign.
Hilt by Gram
Description |
Gives a burst of Rage and applies Stun to nearby enemies |
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Cooling down |
89 seconds |
How to get Gram:
- Place: Temple of Light, Alfheim
During Chapter 4, Kratos will have to make his way through the Temple of Light again. To find the Hit of Gram, you need to start in the chamber just before the main platform surrounding Alfheim's light. If you've already reached the Light, start there and go up the stairs and through the door. In the chamber before the light, you'll notice that you have to drop to the level below to use a wheel that lowers the reflective surface. From the wheel you can see a round door into another chamber. There is a small puzzle that allows you to open a legendary chest in the next chamber. The chest holds the Hilt of Gram.
Hilt of Angrvadall
Description |
Cut forward three waves of light that deal increased damage against enemies hit by sound. |
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Cooling down |
133 seconds |
Craft requirements |
Skirnir's Gambanteinn |
How to get Angrvadall:
- Place: The Barrens, Alfheim
This Sword Hilt Relic is one of four special items that make up a special service known as “The lost pages.” Instead of finding the item itself, you find one of the four lost pages and then craft the item once you have the necessary materials.
The lost page that allows the Hilt of Angrvadall to be crafted is located at the northern end of the Barrens in Alfheim. You will find a circular set of ruins at the location marked on the map above. In this location you will find a legendary chest guarded by two dark elves. On the ground next to the chest is the lost page.
Where to find Skirnir's Gambanteinn:
This item can only be found after Chapter 9, and is given as a reward for completing several side quests and defeating the boss Gravel Belly. Complete the following quests in Alfheim:
Once these quests are completed, you will be able to craft the Hilt of Angrvadall.
Glaive of Dodher
Description |
Throw a Bifrost chakram that swings into enemies |
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Cooling down |
89 seconds |
How to get Glaive of Dodher:
- Place: Abandoned Village, Vanaheim
This relic is easy to obtain, as Kratos simply has to defeat Fiske, the formidable Einherjar boss fought in Chapter 6 – The Reckoning. This battle cannot be missed, and Kratos will automatically collect the Glaive of Dodher upon defeat.
Hilt by Ridill
Description |
Unleash a wave of shock to electrify enemies |
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Cooling down |
133 seconds |
Craft materials |
Crackle of Car Skins |
How to get Ridill:
- Place: The Lost Treasury, Middle-earth
The second “Lost Pages” Sword Hilt Relic can be found inside Lost the treasury in Midgard. Unfortunately, reaching The Lost Treasury is no easy task. To do this you need to collect two keys, one from The Oarsmen and the other from The Delict Outpost – both in Midgard. With these keys, you must then solve the puzzle with the large shield in front of the treasury. Once inside, you will find the desired scroll in a pit to the left of the entrance.
How to get the crackle from Bilskinir:
Fortunately, this item only requires Kratos to complete a favorite: “Animal instincts.” At the end of this favor you will fight Olaf Nautson. Defeating this raider will complete the favor and reward you with the necessary materials.
Hilt of Dainsleif
Description |
Hit the ground to create an explosion of Seidr poison and leave behind a hazard. |
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Cooling down |
148 seconds |
Craft materials |
Sleep tower |
How to get Dainsleif:
- Place: The Forbidden Sands, Alfheim
The third “Lost Pages” Sword Hilt Relic is found in a set of Light Elf ruins in the Forbidden Sands. This location is only accessible after the sandstorm is cleared, and is the same location where “The Elven Sanctum” takes place. In the building there is a large chamber with several tables and books. Go to the back of the chamber to find the scroll sitting on a table.
Where to find Svefnthorn:
Svefnthorn is received as a reward for completing “The Lost Treasure” favor in Svartalfheim. You must get your hands on Draupnir to complete this quest. Go to Dragon Beach in Svartalfheim and make your way to the top of the large wooden structure. You will meet a genie here who offers “The Lost Treasure” service.
Hilt of Tyrfing
Description |
Charge the sword to sacrifice health and deal damage based on the amount of health lost. |
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Cooling down |
56 seconds. |
Craft materials |
Nars Cup |
How to get Tyrfing:
- Place: The Wishing Well, Vanaheim
The Hilt of Tyrfing is the final “Lost Pages” Sword Hilt Relic, and can only be found after completing Chapter 13 and the “Scent of Survival” favor. This will unlock The Crater region in northern Vanaheim. The crafting recipe scroll can be found near the wishing well, just before the shortcut that leads to the Mystic Gateway.
How to get Nar's Cup:
Nar's Cup is dropped by Blatonn, a boss that can be found very close to where Kratos fought Niðhögg in Vanaheim. To find him, follow the main road to the right of the boss arena and you will eventually reach him.
Mysterious heirloom
Description |
Awakens something dormant, deep within the wearer. |
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Cooling down |
15 seconds. |
How to get the Mysterious Heirloom:
- Place: Lake of Nine, Middle-earth
Just south of the Temple of Tyr in Middle-earth, you may have noticed a glowing yellow spot on the long ice wall just before the path to the Lost Treasury. Once you have Draupnir, return to this location and use the spear to blow up the ice wall. You'll find the Mystical Heirloom behind the ice wall. This item is only used to awaken the slumbering goblins you find around the Nine Realms, which are required to obtain the Steinbjorn Armor.
Hilt of Hofud
Description |
Warp space and time by creating a Realm Shift |
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Cooling down |
193 seconds |
How to get to Hofud:
- Place: Main Story Mission, Vanaheim
The Hilt of Hofud is automatically awarded to Kratos upon defeating Heimdall in Vanaheim.
Hilt by Hrotti
Description |
Applies a mark to nearby enemies. Attacking a marked enemy reduces Runic Cooldowns of the equipped weapon. Killing a marked enemy grants a Runic Blessing. |
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Cooling down |
133 seconds |
How to get Hrotti:
- Place: The Crater, Vanaheim
This is another Hilt that players can only get after reaching The crater in Vanaheim. In the area there are three Traveler bosses that Kratos will face. One is encountered on the way to the Sinkhole area, another is found in the southwestern part of The Plains, but only at night, and the third is found near the Overgrown Tower. You can fight these enemies in any order, and support will drop from whichever one Traveler Kratos defeats the second.
Motsognir's summons
Description |
Create a shockwave that High Stuns surrounding enemies |
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Cooling down |
148 seconds |
How to receive Motsognir's call:
- Place: Aesir Prison Wreckage, Niflheim Postgame
After fully completing the main story, head to The Raven Tree mystic gateway in Niflheim. Just before the tree, you'll find a new path that forks to the left and leads to Odin's personal prison. Make your way through the prison until you reach the opposite side of the upper floor from where you entered. There you will find a legendary chest. Just past the chest you'll find a dead body on the ground and a tuning fork next to it. the tuning fork is actually the relic you're looking for.
Huldra project #9
Description |
Turn Mimir's discomfort into a Bifrost Blast against nearby enemies. |
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Cooling down |
178 seconds |
How to get Huldra Project #9:
This is the only relic that is purchased directly from the shop without any other requirements. However, it is only available after completing the main story.
Hilt of Forsbrandr
Description |
Push enemies back with force and grant an Aura of Protection. |
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Cooling down |
89 seconds |
How to get hold of Forsbrandr:
- Place: The Raven Tree, Niflheim
This mount can only be acquired after destroying Kratos all 48 Ravens of Odin. Once you've done this, return to the Raven Tree in Niflheim, and you'll have to fight Raven Keeper. Defeating this difficult boss will reward you with Hilt of Forsbrandr.
Hilt of Skofnung
Description |
The sword unleashes power from the souls within. |
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Cooling down |
241 seconds |
How to get Skofnung:
The mount itself is given to Kratos during “Words of Fate”, but it is not available to use as a relic until Kratos completes an extremely difficult task. Initially, the only use of this mount is to gain access to all 10 Berserker battles. This includes the final battle with King Hrolf, the Berserker King. Defeating Hrolf allows Kratos to access the Hilt of Skofnung at its full potential.