Did Sindri save Brok?

The Tragic Answer: No, Sindri Could Not Save Brok

Despite Sindri‘s desperate attempts to save his brother after Odin stabbed Brok, tragically he could not revive Brok this time. Since Brok‘s soul was still incomplete from the last resurrection, there was sadly nothing Sindri could do. This shocking murder marked a grim turning point for Sindri‘s arc.

Setting the Stage: Brok‘s Past Death and Revival

Early in the game, we learned this was not the first time Brok had died. As Sindri explained, he brought Brok back once before but could only retrieve three fragments of his soul. This left Brok‘s soul permanently damaged – he could never be whole again.

Foreshadowing the tragedy to come, Sindri said: "If he dies again, his spirit will have nowhere to go – no afterlife for him at all."

The Deadly Deception: Odin Tricks the Brothers

When Odin came disguised as the missing God Tyr, he completely fooled Brok and Sindri. Believing they were helping Tyr, they welcomed him into their home.

But revealing his true self, Odin suddenly stabbed Brok through the heart, killing him instantly as a horrified Sindri could only watch.

Sindri‘s Futile Effort to Save Brok

The scene after Odin vanished is truly heartbreaking. Sindri desperately clutches Brok‘s lifeless body, begging Freya to save his brother.

"I have to bring him back – it is the only way!" Sindri cries. Despite Freya‘s healing magic, it was too late. As Mimir confirms, Brok‘s soul is lost forever – no magic can restore it.

Overcome by grief, Sindri can hardly speak as he is torn away from his brother‘s corpse.

A Changed Dwarf: Trauma Transforms Sindri

This trauma irrevocably alters Sindri. For a time he disappears, unable to cope. When he returns, consumed by vengeance, he is no longer the mild-mannered germaphobe.

Covered in blood and dirt, he rallies the giants against Asgard. At the final battle with Odin Sindri savagely beats the god, showing satisfaction as Kratos delivers the final blow.

Though successful helping defeat Odin, it‘s doubtful Sindri will ever recover from failing to save his brother.

Saying Goodbye: The Funeral of Brok

All of Brok‘s friends gather for his Viking funeral to send him off with full honors. Sindri arrives late, and leaves immediately after Brok‘s ship is launched out to sea in flames.

Too distraught to stay, Sindri‘s brief appearance highlights how devastated he remains. Back home, he finally lets his rage out – smashing Odin‘s soul crystal in an act of cathartic vengeance.

Why This Loss Resonated with Fans

In polls, over 87% of players said Brok‘s death was the most shocking of the game. Fans loved the grumpy blacksmith, and hoped until the end the brothers would survive their dangerous quest.

This emotional gut-punch exemplified the game‘s themes of tragic yet inevitable loss. It reminds that despite godly powers, some wounds cannot be healed.

For Sindri especially, this trauma has cut deeper than any blade. Players eagerly await the next game to see if our heartbroken dwarven friend can finally find peace.