God of War Ragnarok Midgard guide: All Odin’s Ravens, Nornir Chests - Gamezon

There’s nothing quite like home — even when home is a frozen-over hellhole. Yes, God of War Ragnarök Freya is sent by Kratos (Atreus), Mimir and Mimir back to Midgard and The Lake of Nine. This was the original place. Midgard has many things to offer, not unlike Vanaheim or Svartalfheim. There are a few side paths, but it all centers around one familiar: Tyr’s Temple.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to find all of the collectibles in Midgard, from each Nornir Chest down to every last one of Odin’s Ravens.

NotificationThis guide will help you navigate your first trip to Midgard. As you might expect, you’ll be back later in the game and be able to access previously inaccessible areas with new equipment. If you reach the end of one of the sections in this guide and still notice “undiscovered” stuff on your map, it simply means you can’t get that item yet. We’ll update this guide to include information about the second visit to Midgard by the time you get there.

Lake of Nine

The Lake of Nine is the mostly-frozen lake around Tyr’s Temple — the biggest open world section from God of War (2018). Although it may seem familiar, there are new mysteries to be solved and valuable items to find. The Lake of Nine is essentially all of Midgard’s smaller regions.

Draugr Hole

A map of Midgard and the Lake of Nine in God of War Ragnarok

Follow the main quest to the King’s Grave area. When you leave and hop on your dog sled, head down toward Tyr’s Temple but hang a right.

Kratos claims loot from a Draugr Hole in God of War Ragnarok

Eventually you’ll come across a lip that you can jump over into a small cave. You will find a red box and the Draugr Hole when you get off your sled. To claim the treasure, defeat it.

Odin’s Raven

From the King’s Grave, head down to Tyr’s Temple in the middle of the lake. Turn left towards the massive metal gates once you have reached the bottom. (If you’ve already revealed it on the map, it’s right outside of the Raider Hideout.)

Kratos takes aim at one of Odin’s Ravens in God of War Ragnarok

Get off the sled, and stand halfway up to your right at the door. You’ll see one of Odin’s Ravens hanging out by the hinges. You can destroy it.

Stolen Treasures and Artifacts

From the King’s Grave, sled down the ramp toward the Temple of Tyr. Be sure to look back at where you came from before you cross the bridge. You’ll spot some stairs.

Kratos prepares to grab an Artifact in God of War Ragnarok

Then, climb the staircase. At the top you’ll see a body holding onto an Artifact. Grab it.

Guiding Light Favor and Lore 1

Head down to Tyr’s Temple and sled around to the right side. You’ll see a helmet sitting in the ice, smoking.

Kratos reads some Runes in God of War Ragnarok

Investigate near the fire to pick up the Breastplate of Guiding Light armor piece, and read the lore on the helmet’s right wing to either start or progress the “Guiding Light” side quest and get the “Tyr’s Helmet” Lore entry.

Berserker Gravestones

You can steer your sled from the helmet of Tyr to the closest realm gate. (This has a large H for Helheim).

Kratos stares down a Berserker Gravestone in God of War Ragnarok

In front of the gate, lodged in the ice, you’ll find a Berserker’s Gravestone. This will activate Fraekni the Zealous. As with all Gravestones, we recommend you try it out once and then come back later if it’s too tough.

Guiding Light and Lore 2

Sled around the right side of the Lake of Nine until you reach Sindri’s shop. On the opposite side of the wall behind Sindri, you’ll find another piece of Tyr’s statue.

Kratos prepares to read some Runes in God of War Ragnarok

You’ll see some runes written on what looks to be a gold band sticking in the snow. Read them to continue the “Guiding Light” quest and get the “Tyr’s Left Bracer” lore entry. Move on by grabbing the Gauntlets from Guiding Light.

Odin’s Raven 2

Continue around Tyr’s Temple until you reach the southern side — near the frozen lightning bolt. Hug the temple and you’ll eventually come across a dark alcove in the ice.

Kratos prepares to kill one of Odin’s Ravens in God of War Ragnarok

Place your sled into the interior and gaze to the left. You’ll see one of Odin’s Ravens dancing around on the ice. Because it’s such a dark area, the glowing green Raven is pretty easy to spot.

Guiding Light and Lore 3

Keep going east towards the Lake of Nine. It is almost directly next to the frozen lightning bolt.

You’ll see another piece of Tyr’s statue poking out of the snow. Dig up a rune for your amulet from the snow, and read the runes to continue the “Guiding Light” quest and get the “Tyr’s Spear” Lore entry.

Stolen Treasures and Artifacts

Continue hugging Tyr’s Temple and make your way under the bridge. On the north side, pass the lit up cave (which will lead to a raider camp) and tuck yourself into what we’ll call the “armpit” of the temple’s circular section.

You’ll see a cave covered in icicles, which might look like a piece of set dressing at first. You can destroy the ice to gain access inside for a stolen treasure.

Stolen Treasure, Artifact

Head under the bridge of Tyr’s Temple.

On the side closest to the temple itself, you’ll see an elevated platform by the large gold circle. Grab one of these stolen treasures from a corpse by climbing up.

Hideout for Raiders

From the King’s Grave, ride down the slope toward Tyr’s Temple. When you get to the bottom, turn left and head toward the huge doors. In a cave next to the doors, you’ll find the Raider’s Hideout.

Kol Raider Camps

Kill all the enemies inside the hideout to either start the “Animal Instincts” side quest or make progress in it.

Nornir Chest

All the villains can be killed in Raider Hideout.

Kratos looks at a Nornir chest in God of War Ragnarok

When the coast is clear, you’ll find the Nornir Chest on the second level. This is another brazier Chest, and you’ll need to find and light all three if you want the goodies inside.

Brazier 1

Kratos lights a Brazier in God of War Ragnarok

To the right of the Chest is the first Brazier. You can use your Hex arrows and Blades to destroy the mushrooms in the vicinity of the Brazier. To ignite the Brazier, grab one of the Pyro Bombs that are in the Pot.

Brazier 2

Go to the pyro pot to grab another explosive. Look at the hole in wall as you face the Nornir Chest. To break the wall, throw the bomb at it. To lighten the brazier, grab another bomb.

Brazier 3

Do a 180-degree turn by grabbing another pyrobomb from the pot. Turn left, and then walk in the opposite direction. You’ll see the brazier at the top of a stone pillar, much too far away to light with your Blades of Chaos. From the Brazier, make a Hex-sigil chain. You can also stack Hex arrows in order to increase the size of your Sigil. Throw the pyro bomb at the middle of the pillar and you’ll create a chain reaction, lighting the brazer. This is not an easy task and can take some practice.

Grab the Nornir Chest loot now that all of the brazers are lit.

Legendary Chest- Tartarus Rage heavy Runic Attack

Make a left from the Nornir Chest, as we mentioned above.

Kratos opens a Legendary Chest in God of War Ragnarok

After you have hit the rock wall turn left to open the Legendary Chest and grab the Tartarus Rage, a heavy runic attack.

Raider Stronghold

The Raider Stronghold is in Tyr’s Temple. Make your way to Tyr’s Helmet and turn left. Look for the flag that’s frozen and climb in under the flaming lantern.

Kol Raider Camps

To complete the section, kill all enemies found here (or begin it).

Legendary Chest: Cyclone o Chaos light runic attack

All the goobers are out of the room.

When they’re all dead, proceed further into the area and you’ll find the Legendary Chest down some stairs. You can open the Cyclone of Chaos to receive a light runic attack from your Blades of Chaos.

Raider Fortress

The Raider Fort is just past Sindri’s camp. You can enter the Raider Fort by looking for the plume black smoke.

Kol Raider Camps

Kill all of the raiders to complete this part of the “Animal Instincts” side quest.

Lore – Viking’s Gift Treasure Map

Kill all the raiders in the area so you’re free to explore.

Kratos picks up a treasure map in God of War Ragnarok

All enemies are dead! Look toward the huge rib bones supporting the structure. A lore scroll is found near the bones side of the encampment. Grab it to get the Viking’s Gift treasure map.

Raider Keep

The Raider Keep is south of Tyr’s Temple, embedded in a wall. Reach the Keep from the Ice Wall by walking up.

Kol Raider Camps

You only need to kill the chieftain and raiders. Take them down to progress the “Animal Instincts” side quest.

Shores Of Nine

The Shores of the Nine is the area just north of Tyr’s temple, and includes part of the area you adventured through as Atreus — alongside Sindri — earlier in the game. Kratos can reach it by hugging the northern ice wall, until he can lift the block too heavy to carry. You can still get in as Kratos.

Yggdrasil Rift 1

Once you’ve entered the Shore of the Nine, you should notice some key landmarks from when you were here with Atreus and Sindri. Turn left towards the Broken Tyr and walk toward it. Instead of passing through the armor, turn right toward the realm gate.

Kratos reaching into a Yggdrasil Rift in God of War Ragnarok

Continue on the same path to reach a Yggdrasil Rift. It is now activated and you can defeat any enemies.

Yggdrasil Rift 2

Continue on to the last Yggdrasil Rift. Then, walk ahead and activate the realm gate elevator. It’s worth it.

You can activate the Rift once you’ve reached the top to receive some resources.

Guiding Light

Turn right at the large block and walk back towards the place where you entered the Shore of the Nine. Walk forward to the broken part of Tyr’s Tower. You can kill your enemies by climbing to the opposite side.

Kratos digs up some armor in God of War Ragnarok

Head back to where you crawled. Turn right and walk along the piece of Tyr’s statue. Read the rune to get the “Tyr’s Right Bracer” lore entry and progress the “Guiding Light” side quest. Interact with the glowing dirt near the runes to find the Waist Guard Of Guiding Light.

Stolen Treasures & Artifact

It is difficult to obtain this Artifact, because the placement of it can sometimes be misleading. Leave the Shores of the Nine through the giant block but don’t get back on your sled. Grab the right wall made of ice, and continue walking until you come to the Helheim realm portal.

Kratos grabs an Artifact off the ground in God of War Ragnarok

Grab the Stolen Treasure and climb up to it. After landing, step forward and grab your Stolen Treasure.

The Oarsmen

Make your way to the Shores of Nine and walk up to the Tyr statue like you’re going to crawl under. Turn right, and then jump over to the Oarsmen statues. When you enter, you’ll get the “Sigrun’s Curse” favor. You’ll find a key to Sigrun’s treasure horde in this area.