The God of War series has let Kratos wield some incredible armaments. The original trilogy outfitted the ghostly Spartan with his Chaos Blades and only added to his armory with each installment. From the Blade of Olympus to Medusa’s Gaze, there has been no shortage of ways for players to dispose of their enemies in God of War.

The newest God of War story that started with the PS4 release in 2018 has shifted from the Greek Pantheon to Norse mythology. While the game remained relatively simple in what weapons were available, there was still no shortage of mythological items. As the God of War series grows there are a few notable tools from Norse legend that Kratos should use.

RELATED: God of War, The Witcher Used for Mockumentary on Reforestation

Mjolnir is easily the most famous and recognizable weapon of Norse mythology. The hammer of the Thunder God Thor has appeared across many different forms of media. This is in no small part thanks to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where it is wielded by the Avenger Thor and later Captain America in Avengers: Endgame. The Thor of God of War is quite different than the Asgardian that Marvel fans know.

God of War's Thor feels crueler as he prepares to move against Kratos, who has usurped pantheons in the past. Mjolnir would make a great tool after his fight against Thor, and the folly of the Aesir gods in God of War and its sequel will likely continue to pit Kratos against others. Should Kratos get his hands on the legendary hammer, it would be another powerful addition to his ever-growing arsenal.

Dainsleif is a sword that was seemingly designed for Kratos. The legendary blade was forged by the Dwarves and can only be sheathed once it takes a life. The need for bloodshed once Dainsleif has been drawn fits well with who Kratos was and wishes to avoid becoming again. While the God of War may not want to be the terror he once was, it can be hard for Kratos to break toxic patterns in his life.

Dainsleif also has references in other media, like Genshin Impact, but its lore is what would make its addition in Ragnarok fitting. The sword belonged to King Hogni and was used as a fatal threat after the abduction of the King’s daughter. Kratos has lost his family before, and the cruel gods of Asgard would likely have no remorse if they chose to abduct Atreus. The use of Dainsleif to secure Kratos’ son and slay any that get in his way would be as on-brand for God of War as Kratos can get.

RELATED: Sony Investor Presentation Causes Confusion About God of War: Ragnarok Title

The use of Gungnir is an unlikely feat and would almost certainly be locked until near the end of the series. The spear never misses and is of course wielded by Asgard’s ruler Odin. The mythological spear of Odin would likely be on par with the Blade of Olympus from the original God of War games and bring with it destruction and death. Though the Allfather can harness immeasurable power with it there is nothing that says Kratos may not do the same  to slay his enemies from a distance.

Given Kratos' knack for deicide, it seems most likely that players would be rewarded with the spear Gungnir by the conclusion of God of War: Ragnarok’s sequel. A duel with Odin will likely be close to last on the list of accomplishments for the game and there would be a lot of build-up to be able to obtain such a weapon. How it would be wielded in-game would likely feel like the Leviathan Axe but with greater accuracy and speed.

This would make fighting against Gungnir a pain for players though. Given that the spear does not miss and was designed and forged by the Dwarves it will likely be part of a difficult boss battle. Avoiding the spear will likely be the best bet once Kratos does face Odin but that could be nigh impossible if the Allfather brings his trusted weapon into direct combat.

Surtr’s blade has already been shown in the God of War, series but its massive size makes it virtually unusable except by Surtr himself. The sword is responsible for the destruction of Asgard in almost every telling of Ragnarok, including when it was plunged into the planet in Thor: Ragnarok. For God of War, it is the least likely of the weapons that have appeared so far for Kratos to wield but it is not impossible. The sizeable sword will eventually have to move and there is more than one way for Kratos to do it himself.

The strength that Kratos possesses means he might be able to move the blade though he would not necessarily be able to wield it proficiently. Given that he has lifted some impressive weapons and moved large objects before it is not completely out of the question. The sword of Surtr in Kratos hands is questionable though as Surtr could be a boss battle or ally in the future.

Kratos could also become larger in some way to wield the blade. In the past, Kratos has grown to immense proportions like when he bested Ares in the original God of War and wielded the Blade of the Gods. A similar event in God of War: Ragnarok’s sequel might be unlikely but it should not be completely dismissed. Kratos story often sees the God of War allied with those that can deliver immeasurable power so there is always room for him to gain some. The blade will more than likely play a major role in the future of the series so it would be fitting to see it eventually secure in Kratos' hands.

RELATED: God of War Ragnarok Release Date Reportedly Delayed

Kratos seems to share a lot of similarities with the berserkers of Norse legend, but Skofnung could give him the power to wield the spirits of these warriors. The legendary sword of King Hrolf Kraki was boasted as the best in the northern lands and was believed to be imbued with the spirits of the King's loyal berserker bodyguards. The legendary warriors were lethal and often identified by special armor and cosmetics much like a Viking Kratos, but their warrior spirits could also be responsible for the blade's supernatural sharpness.

Similarly to the God of War, berserkers were known to have killed both friend and foe while in their frenzied state which could give the blade a wild and vicious personality in-game. The idea of berserker warriors might make a great addition as an enemy in Valheim, but if aligned with Kratos in God of War, there would be nothing but blood and dust for enemies of the deity-slaying Spartan. A blade built for bloodshed and war imbued with the animosity of such spirits could make for a grim sight in Asgard.

Regardless of what weapons Kratos wields, heads are sure to roll, and not just because that is the only way Mimir can travel without help. Kratos has once again found himself as the opposition to a pantheon of gods, and they have just as much appreciation for combat, if not more, as his former acquaintances. How the series concludes will likely be through a delicately weaved narrative connecting Atreus, Kratos, and the others, but in the end, it's likely only a few of them will be able to stand.

God of War: Ragnarok is scheduled to release for PS5 in 2021.

MORE: 10 Action-Adventure Games That Have Great Stories But Weak Combat