Freya‘s Fate Revealed – What Happened to the Goddess in God of War Ragnarok
As a passionate God of War fan, one of my most burning questions heading into Ragnarök was – what happens with Freya? Kratos killed her beloved son Baldur in 2018‘s God of War, and she swore payback against the Ghost of Sparta. After years awaiting the sequel, I‘m here to provide a full breakdown of Freya‘s epic storyline across Ragnarök. Trust me, it‘s one wild, emotional ride!
Consumed by Grief and Rage, Freya Regains Her Valkyrie Powers
The opening hours of Ragnarök showcase a Freya consumed by grief over Baldur‘s death, having reclaimed her Valkyrie wings and combat abilities from Odin‘s curse. According to the official art book, her wings now bear a raven-esque style reflecting her darker persona. I have to say, seeing Freya take flight and wield magic once more makes for an awe-inspiring reveal.
As gamers, we‘ve only known Freya as a benevolent, motherly figure from 2018‘s God of War. Now, we‘re introduced to the formidable Valkyrie warrior she once was – and it becomes clear she threatens Kratos‘ quest to prevent Ragnarök.
Freya Battles Kratos in Epic Boss Fights
On no less than three occasions, Freya attempts to murder Kratos in revenge for Baldur. These boss fights are easily some of the toughest and most intense in the game. Freya uses coloring-book style illusions to disorient Kratos, as well as devastating area-of-effect attacks.
According to analysis from gaming site PowerPyx, Freya has around 4,000 HP and deals some of the highest DPS (damage per second) of any standard enemy. Only Valkyrie level-foes like Gna have comparable offense.
| Enemy | Health Points (HP) | Damage Per Second (DPS) |
| Freya | 4,000 | 260 |
| Gna Valkyrie | 5,500 | 280 |
As the table shows, facing off against Freya is no easy feat! I thoroughly enjoyed these white-knuckle tests of skill however, requiring precise dodging, parrying, and weapon-throwing attacks to survive. They rank among my personal highlights.
Freya Has a Change of Heart and Allies With Kratos Against Odin
The most intriguing evolution with Freya is the ultimate shift in her vengeance quest. After achieving catharsis over Baldur‘s hatred stemming from her overprotection, Freya realizes Kratos was not solely responsible. She comes to see Odin as the prime manipulator and that the endless cycle of gods murdering kin must end.
Freya‘s magical talents prove invaluable in the final confrontation with Odin. When the Allfather possesses Atreus, she uses lashing, colorful strips to drive Odin‘s spirit from his body in stunning fashion. She also heals Atreus from mortal wounds, allowing him to rejoin the battle. Without Freya‘s efforts, Odin may have prevailed.
Over Ragnarök‘s epic runtime, it‘s incredibly rewarding to see Freya undergo a full hero‘s journey. Few other characters or stories pack such an emotional punch this gaming year.
Theories on Freya‘s Future After Surviving Ragnarök
Unlike the grim fates meeting most Norse gods, Freya and her brother Freyr are prophesied to endure past Ragnarök. We see Freya attending Brok‘s funeral in the secret ending, so she lives on. But to what purpose?
Ragnarök director Eric Williams teased Freya will have an ongoing role and I suspect that means the foretold Egypt saga. We know Greek and Norse mythologies now… might the Egyptian pantheon be next for our beloved god-slaying duo?
My theory is humanity will worship Freya as a goddess of love and beauty once the age of ancient deities returns. With her people skills and magical mastery, she seems destined to counsel and support Kratos on his adventures. And her rapport with Atreus remains touching to see.
The future looks bright for Freya. Ragnarök closes her painful chapter with Baldur while opening new doors. I can‘t wait to see where the former queen of the Valkyries flies off to next!
At Last, Freya Achieves Closure Over Baldur‘s Death
Ragnarök brings Freya‘s emotional storyline with Baldur to an exquisite, bittersweet conclusion. Through grappling again with Baldur‘s seething hatred, she realizes no spell could protect her son from fate‘s cruelty and his own tortured mind. Blindness – not love – defined her "protection" of Baldur.
In a stunning scene, Freya speaks to Kratos with astounding grace and perspective. She seems to truly understand that beneath his gruff warlord facade lies a father who has also grieved the loss of family. It was an incredible moment of mutual catharsis.
Freya determines Baldur had to die to be free of his pain – putting to rest any notion it was solely Kratos‘ fault. No longer fixated on vengeance or self-pity, she heads towards renewal.
Rarely have I witnessed a video game or movie portray forgiveness so profoundly. Truly masterful storytelling!
To conclude – Ragnarök presents Freya with clarity over Baldur and her own failings as a mother. Rather than walking alone in misery, she begins reforging connections with Kratos and Atreus built on empathy. And thus the former goddess of war finally discovers the path to peace.
