Exploring Midgard in God of War Ragnarok brings players back to the frozen expanse of the Lake of Nine. Scattered across this icy realm are valuable artifacts that offer lore insights and rewards for completionists. Finding every piece requires careful exploration around classic landmarks and hidden ruins.
Family Crests and Stolen Treasures in Midgard
The Lake of Nine contains several unique artifact sets that tell stories of former inhabitants. Among these are the Stolen Treasures, which are hidden near key locations like the Raider Forts and the Temple of Tyr. Checking behind collapsed structures and icy pathways often reveals their purple glow.
Collecting these items rewards players with Hacksilver and valuable lore entries in Kratos' journal. Exploring near the King's Grave area also yields artifact pieces that are easily overlooked during main story progression. Taking time to thoroughly search each sub-region ensures no collectible is left behind.
Finding Artifacts Near the Raider Forts
Raider Strongholds scattered around the frozen lake serve as primary hubs for collectible hunting. Clearing out hostiles opens up safe access to chests and glowing artifact pick-ups hidden in alcoves. Look closely at dead ends and upper ledges within these camps.
One notable artifact rests near the entrance of Raider Keep, tucked away behind breakable wooden barrels. Another collectible can be discovered near the frozen waterfall by Raider Hideout. Keep your compass active to pinpoint nearby artifact markers as you travel between camps.
Exploring Ruins Around the Temple of Tyr
The massive central structure of the Temple of Tyr holds multiple secrets beneath its bridges and foundation. Searching around the base of the towers reveals pathways leading to buried artifacts and crests. Sonic arrows or Leviathan Axe throws are often required to clear debris blocking the paths.
Inside the lower chambers near the Mystic Gateway, players can discover historical relics from Midgard's past. Combining artifact hunts with side quests in this area saves time and maximizes resource gathering. Paying attention to environmental clues makes locating every item a seamless experience.
Tips for Completing the Midgard Artifact Collection
To collect all artifacts efficiently, wait until Kratos gains access to all key equipment options during the campaign. Certain paths require specific tools to clear ice walls, red vines, or heavy obstacles. Returning to the Lake of Nine later in the game makes full completion much smoother.
Utilize the realm map to monitor your collectible progress for each specific sector of Midgard. Once all pieces of a set are gathered, sell them to Brok and Sindri for extra Hacksilver. Completing the sets provides both financial boosts and deep context regarding Norse lore.
