Kratos blows the mighty Gjallarhorn to signal the start of Ragnarok after giving a stirring speech to his group in Tyr’s Temple. They quickly arrive in Asgard, only to realize that Odin’s defenses and his army of Einherjar are too powerful, as they begin destroying the realm gates one by one using War Machines.
Kratos and Freya waste no time and head out toward the War Machines. When they reach the Svartalfheim gate, they’re surprised to find Sindri there alone. He refuses to let any more dwarves die for their cause, revealing that Odin forced them to build the machines.
The serpent’s clash with Thor reveals a bond from a time yet to come (Photo: God of War Ragnarok/Santa Monica Studio)With determination, Sindri strikes his soundstone device, sending ripples through the air and destroying the machines.
The Fate of the World Serpent
At the height of the Ragnarok battle, a massive serpent faces off with Thor, leaving everyone in awe as the fight progresses. According to the prophecy, Thor strikes such a powerful blow that Jormungandr is sent hurtling back in time. How is this possible?
The truth is that Atreus’s journey set everything in motion. The serpent battling Thor is the same one Atreus (Loki) infused with a giant’s soul while in Jotunheim. Thor, often referred to as the “giant killer,” makes this battle personal.
The serpent carries the soul of a giant who likely suffered at the hands of Thor, the God of Thunder. This connection explains why, in the 2018 game, Mimir comments that Jormungandr finds Atreus “familiar.” Atreus gave the serpent life—but from a future perspective.
Thor’s blow sends the serpent back in time, growing into the Jormungandr we encounter in the first game. The serpent also hints to Atreus about “Ironwood,” knowing it’s where they will eventually meet.
The End of the War Machines
After Sindri destroys the War Machines, it’s revealed that Odin had been using the Midgardians to fight his war, showing no care for their lives. Atreus, feeling distressed by Sindri’s outburst and Odin’s lack of empathy, begins repeating, “Close your heart to it.”
However, Kratos encourages Atreus to open his heart instead, stating that feeling their pain is part of who they are and should never be sacrificed. Kratos gathers the group and informs them that their goal is not to sacrifice the innocent.
He and Atreus will face Odin alone, to prevent more deaths. Upon reaching the Flaw, Atreus is stopped by Thrud, who believes he is there to kill everyone. But Sif intervenes and affirms that Atreus is telling the truth about Odin’s nature, stating that Odin would sacrifice anyone if it suited his purpose.
The Fight and Death of Thor
Sindri helps Atreus break open the large door, and soon after, Kratos arrives and heads for The Great Lodge to confront Odin. Along the way, he faces Thor in a long battle. However, instead of killing Thor, Kratos spares him, emphasizing that they are no longer destroyers and must change for the sake of their children.
Before their conversation can end, Odin arrives. Furious that Thor disobeyed his command, Odin drives a spear through Thor’s chest, killing him instantly. This sparks another intense battle. After defeating Odin, Atreus gives him a chance to change. When Odin refuses, Atreus traps his soul in one of his Giant Marbles.
Odin isn’t truly dead—his soul is inside the marble. Kratos gives the marble to Freya, ensuring that she decides Odin’s fate, and leaves her the option to choose life or death. Freya hands the marble back to Atreus, signifying that she no longer needs Odin’s death to heal.
However, before Atreus can make a decision, Sindri arrives, grabs the marble, and smashes it, killing Odin for good. Sindri then disappears, not to return until Brok’s funeral in A Vikings Funeral.
Ragnarok and the Final Escape
After Odin’s death, Freyr steps forward, declaring that Ragnarok is here. Using his Vanir magic, he holds off Ragnarok’s destructive force long enough for Kratos, Atreus, Mimir, and Freya to escape through a realm tear created by Angrboda and Fenrir.
As Asgard crumbles, Atreus wakes up in Hoddmimis Holt, hearing voices and making his way up a winding staircase. Along the way, he meets several friends, including Sif, Thrud, Skjoldr, Lunda, Freya, Mimir, and Angrboda, who all briefly discuss the events in Asgard.
Reuniting with Kratos, Atreus follows Angrboda to the top of a mountain, where a hidden shrine is revealed. The shrine shows that Faye was responsible for destroying the original shrine in Jotunheim to protect their future and encourage them to forge their path.
Atreus’s Journey
After the revelation, Atreus opens up to his father, expressing his belief that other Giants exist and that he must find them alone. Kratos, with a heavy heart, grants his blessing and encourages his son, confident that Atreus is ready for such a responsibility.
Kratos then searches the room, discovering another hidden shrine, painted over by Faye. This shrine depicts Kratos arriving in the Norse lands, still in his Greek attire, and spreading Faye’s ashes in Jotunheim.
But what truly leaves him speechless is a new prediction on the shrine, where it shows Kratos’ death at Thor’s hands—only to be replaced by an image of Kratos being revered by others, something he never imagined.
Kratos shares his discovery with Freya and Mimir, revealing that he now sees a different path ahead, one he never envisioned. Thus begins the journey of Kratos the Rebuilder, a change from being the Destroyer of Worlds to helping rebuild the nine realms, with Freya and Mimir by his side.
The Future of the Story
With the Norse saga concluded, the question remains: what direction will the story take next? Could it look into other mythologies, such as Egyptian, Mayan, Celtic, or Shinto?
We may not know for sure, but it’s exciting to think about what’s next—perhaps a sequel in a new mythology or even a DLC about Atreus’s journey to find the remaining Giants.
Secret Ending Explained – What’s Next for Sindri?
Upon completing A Vikings Funeral, the game fades to black and rolls the second set of credits, signaling the true end of the story. But what does this mean, and why is this side quest so remarkable?
Atreus’s influence over Jormungandr shapes the course of Ragnarok (Photo: God of War Ragnarok/Santa Monica Studio)Though it’s not confirmed, Sindri’s deep resentment towards Kratos and Atreus seems to suggest that his grief over Brok’s death will play a central role in future developments. Throughout Ragnarok, Sindri evolves from a caring, brother-like figure into a man consumed by grief and bitterness.
As the game progresses, Sindri’s physical appearance also reflects this change. He looks more worn out, his usual neatness replaced by disheveled attire stained with Brok’s blood.
Durlin’s comment about loss affecting a person hints at Sindri’s future path, and Mimir’s words, “A hole… gets bigger the more you take away,” further suggest that Sindri’s grief will continue to grow. Given how personal Sindri’s loss is, and how close he was to Atreus and Kratos, it’s unlikely his story is over.
While he may not become the main antagonist, his grief could lead him to a more reckless or villainous role, clouding his judgment.
What Happened to Tyr?
After completing the main story, you may still wonder about Tyr’s fate. The epilogue’s post-game analysis offers an answer. Returning to Niflheim, Kratos finds Asgardian debris leading to a prison once used by Odin. Inside, he discovers a shocking truth—Tyr is alive and has been imprisoned by Odin this whole time.
The destruction of Asgard has thrown him into Niflheim, though he remains confined to his cell. A fun detail: if you’re playing with subtitles, you’ll notice that Odin’s version of Tyr has no diacritical mark above the “ý,” unlike the real Tyr found in the prison.
Kratos eventually frees Tyr, and Tyr decides to tour the realms before continuing his journey. He takes his time visiting different places to stretch his legs. The group soon speculates why Odin kept Tyr alive. Mimir and Freya suggest that Odin used Tyr’s prison to house those he impersonated.
The evidence becomes clear when they find the body of a dwarf Odin had impersonated earlier in Svartalfheim. Add this powerful game to your Amazon list and start playing today.
