Why did Blades of Athena turn red?

The Blades of Athena did not actually turn red, as they were replaced by the Blades of Chaos after Kratos’ fall into the River Styx, and it was the Blades of Chaos that turned red after being fully upgraded and imbued with Chaos Flames. The Blades of Chaos changed appearance and glowed red due to the fire element they possessed, which was a result of being infused with the power of the Chaos Flames.

Introduction to the Blades of Athena and Chaos

History of the Blades

To understand the context of the Blades of Athena and Blades of Chaos, it’s essential to delve into the history of these iconic weapons in the God of War series. The Blades of Athena were given to Kratos when he became the new God of War, while the Blades of Chaos were initially taken by Ares and later used by Kratos throughout his journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What happened to the Blades of Athena? The Blades of Athena were replaced by the Blades of Chaos as Kratos’ primary weapons after they became rusted and destroyed.
2. Are the Blades of Chaos stronger than the Blades of Athena? Initially, the Blades of Athena seemed stronger, but the Blades of Chaos became more powerful after being upgraded with Chaos Flames.
3. Why do the Blades of Chaos look different? The Blades of Chaos changed appearance after being upgraded with Chaos Flames, giving them a more refined, Nordic style with Nordic glyphs.
4. What is the strongest blade of Kratos? The Blades of Chaos hold the number one spot as the strongest blade of Kratos.
5. Did Athena give Kratos the Blades of Chaos? No, the Blades of Chaos were separate from the Blades of Athena, and Athena did not give them to Kratos.

Kratos and the Gods

6. Why did Kratos hate his Blades of Chaos? Kratos hated the Blades of Chaos because they reminded him of his past and the monster he used to be.
7. Who is Kratos’ strongest enemy? Kratos’ strongest enemies include Ares, Zeus, and Poseidon.
8. Why did Kratos kill all the gods? Kratos killed the gods because he felt like they didn’t care about him or respect him, despite his loyalty and service.
9. How old is Kratos? Kratos is estimated to be over 1000 years old by the start of God of War (2018).

Weapons and Powers

10. Is the Leviathan Axe stronger than the Blades of Chaos? The Blades of Chaos are considered stronger than the Leviathan Axe, as they are fueled by war and made for battle.
11. What is the strongest god Kratos killed? The strongest god Kratos killed is debatable, but Zeus and Baldur are considered to be among the most powerful.
12. Can Kratos still use the Blades of Chaos? Yes, Kratos can still use the Blades of Chaos, even in the Norse realms.
13. How did Kratos get the Leviathan Axe? The Leviathan Axe was given to Kratos by the Guardian before her death, and it was forged by Brok and Sindri to counter the power of Mjolnir.
14. Is Mjolnir stronger than the Leviathan Axe? Mjolnir has its unique abilities, such as being unbreakable and returning to Thor when thrown, but the Leviathan Axe has a more lethal melee range.
15. Does Kratos still have Hades’ soul? Yes, Kratos absorbed Hades’ soul and made it part of his own, bringing him back to full god status.