Unlocking the Power of Yggdrasil: A Guide to the Amulet in God of War Ragnarök
The Amulet of Yggdrasil in God of War Ragnarök is more than just a piece of jewelry; it’s a powerful tool for customization and stat enhancement. You only get one Amulet of Yggdrasil throughout the game. Its strength lies in its ability to be customized with various enchantments to bolster Kratos’ abilities. While you automatically acquire the amulet by defeating Nidhogg in Chapter 6, unlocking its full potential requires dedication and exploration. You don’t get more than one. The key to unlocking the amulet’s true potential lies in collecting Jewels of Yggdrasil and Enchantments.
Acquiring and Upgrading the Amulet of Yggdrasil
Here’s a breakdown of how to get the Amulet and unlock its full potential:
- Obtain the Amulet: You receive the Amulet of Yggdrasil automatically after defeating Nidhogg, the main boss of Chapter 6, “The Reckoning.” It’s a story-related drop, so you can’t miss it.
- Unlock Socket Slots: The amulet starts with only two open sockets for enchantments. To unlock the remaining seven sockets, you need to find Jewels of Yggdrasil.
- Collecting Jewels of Yggdrasil: There are seven Jewels of Yggdrasil scattered throughout the realms. These are typically found as rewards for completing Favors (side quests), defeating specific bosses, or exploring hidden areas.
- Equipping Enchantments: Once you’ve unlocked sockets, you can equip various enchantments found throughout the game. These enchantments provide stat boosts, elemental resistances, or unique passive abilities. The specific benefits depend on the enchantment you equip.
- Enchantments: Enchantments that will work for the Amulet are typically obtained by completing various tasks, defeating challenging enemies, and finishing optional content.
Finding the Jewels of Yggdrasil
Locating the Jewels of Yggdrasil involves completing specific side quests. Keep in mind that without the jewels, you won’t be able to fully use the powers of your amulet.
- “The Lost Lindwyrms” Favor: Completing this Favor in Svartalfheim rewards you with one Jewel of Yggdrasil.
- “The Eyes of Odin” Favor: Completing this Favor in all realms rewards you with one Jewel of Yggdrasil.
- Defeating the Berserkers: Specific Berserker boss fights reward you with Jewels of Yggdrasil upon victory. Explore the realms and look for Berserker Gravestones to initiate these battles. The Berserker Gravestone at the Jarnsmida Pitmines in Svartalfheim is particularly important.
- Exploring Vanaheim: Thoroughly explore Vanaheim, completing side quests and investigating points of interest, as several Jewels of Yggdrasil can be found in this realm.
Maximizing the Amulet’s Power
Once you have all nine sockets unlocked, the real customization begins. Experiment with different enchantment combinations to tailor Kratos’ build to your playstyle. Some popular strategies include:
- Focusing on Stat Boosts: Equip enchantments that significantly increase Strength, Defense, Vitality, Luck, Runic, or Cooldown.
- Elemental Resistances: Prioritize enchantments that grant resistance to specific elemental damage types, especially against bosses that deal significant elemental damage.
- Hybrid Builds: Mix and match enchantments to create a balanced build that provides both offensive power and defensive resilience.
Remember to regularly revisit your amulet’s configuration as you progress through the game and acquire new enchantments. The optimal build will evolve as you face increasingly challenging encounters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I miss the Amulet of Yggdrasil?
No, the Amulet of Yggdrasil is a story-related item obtained automatically during Chapter 6, “The Reckoning,” after defeating the main boss. It cannot be missed.
2. How many Jewels of Yggdrasil are there in the game?
There are seven Jewels of Yggdrasil required to unlock all sockets on the amulet.
3. Where can I find the Jewels of Yggdrasil?
Jewels of Yggdrasil are primarily obtained by completing Favors (side quests) and defeating certain Berserker bosses. Exploration of different realms is also key.
4. What are the best enchantments for the Amulet of Yggdrasil?
The “best” enchantments depend on your playstyle. However, popular choices include enchantments that boost Strength, Defense, Vitality, and Luck, as well as those that provide elemental resistances. Muspelheim Enchantments are also very strong.
5. How do I unlock all the abilities of the Draupnir Spear?
To fully upgrade the Draupnir Spear, you need to reach level 7. This requires obtaining Gale Flames. One Gale Flame equals one level. You get the final Gale Flame by defeating the bosses summoned by the Berserker Gravestone at the Jarnsmida Pitmines in Svartalfheim.
6. What is the best shield in God of War Ragnarök?
The Dauntless Shield is generally considered the best for parrying builds, while the Stone Wall Shield is excellent for blocking. Other options include the Guardian Shield, Onslaught Shield, and Shatter Star Shield.
7. Is the Axe or Spear better in God of War Ragnarök?
Both the Leviathan Axe and the Draupnir Spear have their strengths. The Axe excels at close and long-range combat, while the Spear is versatile at mid-range and offers unique explosive capabilities. It’s subjective and depends on your play style.
8. What does New Game Plus offer in God of War Ragnarök?
New Game Plus allows you to start a new game with your previously acquired items, stats, and skills. It also introduces new resources, armors, enchantments, and weapon attachments.
9. What are Muspelheim Enchantments and how do I get them?
Muspelheim enchantments are special enhancements acquired by completing all six final trials in Muspelheim. Finishing these trials also rewards you with Surtr’s Scorched Armor Set.
10. Where can I find the last Frozen Flame to upgrade the Leviathan Axe?
The 7th Frozen Flame is obtained by defeating the Berserkers Svipdagr the Cold and the Sisters of Illska, located at a Berserker Gravestone in The Barrens of Alfheim.
11. What is the Steinbjörn armor set?
The Steinbjörn armor set is one of the best in the game, offering high defense and a skill that restores health by dealing damage. Its pieces are scattered and require significant exploration to collect.
12. What is Kratos’ strongest weapon in God of War Ragnarök?
While subjective, the Leviathan Axe is often considered Kratos’ strongest and most iconic weapon due to its balanced capabilities and elemental ice abilities.
13. What is the best pommel in God of War Ragnarök?
Haur’s Lucky Knob is a popular choice, as it provides a moderate Luck chance for precision throws to cause a bonus Stun Blast.
14. Can all shields parry in God of War Ragnarök?
The Dauntless, Onslaught, and Shatter Star Shields are specifically designed for parrying. Other shields can block, but the timing for parrying is more critical.
15. Can you beat Heimdall without the Draupnir Spear?
No, the fight against Heimdall is specifically designed to require the use of the Draupnir Spear, a weapon you acquire during the “Forging Destiny” quest.
The Amulet of Yggdrasil provides significant stat boosts and allows for a huge amount of customization, making it one of the most valuable pieces of equipment in God of War Ragnarök. By strategically collecting Jewels of Yggdrasil and the right enchantments, you can create a powerful build tailored to your playstyle and conquer even the toughest challenges.
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