Runic attacks are special skills rewarded upon unlocking certain Legendary Chests in God of War Ragnarok. Not all chests are easy to find, some are carefully hidden or guarded by a group of enemies. Two types of Runic attacks exist in God of War Ragnarok; Light and Heavy. It's commonly known that the latter causes more damage and has a higher chance of stunning enemies than the former. That’s not necessarily true though, as sometimes upgrading the special skills affects the damage and stun factors caused by the weapon.
These special skills offer an extra powerful attack when Kratos is in a tough situation. Some Runic attacks are for stunning the enemies, giving players a few seconds to react, while other attacks focus on burning or freezing the opponents to cause continuous damage. Five Heavy Runic attacks can be found for the Blades of Chaos in God of War Ragnarok.
All Blades Of Chaos Heavy Runic Attacks Location In God Of War Ragnarok
All the Blades of Chaos’ Heavy Runic attacks can be obtained by visiting five different Realms in God of War Ragnarok:
- Atlas Eruption in Svartalfheim
- Tartarus Rage in Midgard
- Meteoric Slam in Niflheim
- Tame the Beast in Helheim
- Nemean Crush in Alfheim
Atlas Eruption In Svartalfheim
- Description: Repeatedly slam both blades into the ground to spark explosions all around. Mash for more slams.
- Upgrades:
- Level 2: 4,250 XP
- Level 3: 10,500 XP
During the Forging Destiny chapter, Kratos must solve a puzzle in God of War Ragnarok to open the gate. The Legendary Chest containing the Atlas Eruption will be on the other side. To solve the puzzle:
- Approach the elevator and burn the blue roots using the Blades of Chaos.
- Proceed south and climb the ledge.
- Freeze the water using the Leviathan Axe and jump to the other side.
- Go right and freeze the main water stream to activate the elevator.
- Return to the elevator and tell Brok to activate it.
- Climb the ledge and order Brok to stop.
- Look southwest and freeze the water stream, then make Brok close the second one.
The gate will open, and the Legendary Chest becomes accessible.
Tartarus Rage In Midgard
- Description: Two destructive Blade slams that stagger and Launch enemies.
- Upgrades:
- Level 2: 3,250 XP
- Level 3: 9,000 XP
While trying to find the Norns during the main quest in God of War Ragnarok, players will get the chance to explore Midgard. From the Lake of Nine, head east towards the slope and stop upon reaching the Raider Hideout entrance. Defeat the enemies and the boss, open the Legendary Chest hidden in the corner to the north, then collect the Tartarus Rage Heavy Runic attack.
Meteoric Slam In Niflheim
- Description: A powerful slam attack that rains down fire in a wide arc, inflicting scattered Burn status.
- Upgrades:
- Level 2: 5,500 XP
- Level 3: 12,500 XP
Sadly, the Meteoric Slam Heavy Runic attack is related to Odin’s Ravens Favor in God of War Ragnarok. Players have to collect 38 Ravens to open the middle chest from the right side. It might not be accessible until mid to late-game, as Odin’s Ravens can be found across all the nine Realms. Shooting them is a whole other challenge since some can be killed immediately while others must be shot in mid-air.
Tame The Beast In Helheim
- Description: A series of Blade whips scorches nearby enemies. Press R2 again for more swipes!
- Upgrades:
- Level 2: 3,250 XP
- Level 3: 9,000 XP
While chasing the giant wolf Gram in The Reunion chapter, a Legendary Chest will be found along the way containing Tame the Beast Heavy Runic attack in God of War Ragnarok.
Nemean Crush In Alfheim
- Description: A massive fiery shockwave attack that sends enemies flying back.
- Upgrades:
- Level 2: 2,550 XP
- Level 3: 8,000 XP
Immediately after releasing the second Hafgufa during Song of the Sands Favor in God of War Ragnarok, continues walking to exit the cave and the Legendary Chest will be found along the way.
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