God Of War was a surprise hit for PlayStation, with the older franchise getting a soft reboot with a Norse twist in 2018. The upcoming sequel, God of War Ragnarök, continues Kratos’s adventures in Norse mythology and is sure to introduce more hitherto unseen gods and monsters. However, more change isn’t likely far off for the franchise.
Game directors Cory Balrog and Eric Williams confirmed in an interview with Kaptain Kuba that the franchise will be moving on from Norse mythology after Ragnarök to make way for a new set of stories, which could very much tie into the past. It’s even plausible that paying homage to the past, Ragnarök might actually have a few surprise appearances. These are all characters that might have turned up in the past but certainly haven’t appeared in the most recent God Of War.
Hecate
Magic can be found throughout the whole God Of War universe, in both the Greek and Norse titles. However, one goddess of the arts has been hugely overlooked. Hecate is a powerful witch in Greek mythology and the goddess of sorcery and magic. Circe isn’t the only notable wielder, therefore.
It would be fascinating to see Hecate’s inclusion in the series and what her impact may be on the Norse landscape in regards to the clash of magic in both lands. Of course, if the series is to progress further, Kratos embracing sorcery would be an intriguing shift for the future in terms of gameplay, led by Hecate.
Hades
While some of the Norse mythology featured in God Of War might have been shifted, it’s fair to say that the Underworld and the characters associated with them are largely accurate for the earlier games. Hades is one of the major antagonists of the series and is eventually killed by Kratos.
Can the lord of the underworld truly ever die though, especially since he’s a god? Well death has followed Kratos everywhere he goes and the concept of Ragnarök itself suggests that more destruction is on its way. A shock return for Hades, linked to the fall of the Norse mythology, would be a brilliant inclusion that caps off the saga well.
Pan
Nature gods have been featured in all variations of God Of War, as the natural landscapes that Kratos travels through are watched over by all kinds of entities. One character that perhaps should have been focused upon was Pan, who has been portrayed vastly differently over the years based on Greek mythology.
The nature god might be a satyr, but while he has been a comedic character in the past, he has also been shown to be quite an aggressive protector. Pan could be a firm ally if he was to fall on the God of War’s good side. Ultimately, after Gaia’s involvement in the saga, Pan might be able to add a different point of view to proceedings.
Jason
Jason might not be a god in traditional terms, although some narratives have seen the hero rise to that status after the conclusion of his arc. Jason is mentioned in God Of War and is heavily linked to the Golden Fleece story that Kratos himself is involved with, especially in regards to the expanded materials.
Jason could be a firm friend to Kratos, even if their personalities may massively differ. Human heroes are so important for this series, as they would give a very different context for proceedings. Jason and the Argonaut’s next adventure could be through the Norse realms, an intriguing idea that could even be a fun spin-off.
Iris
Iris is the goddess of light and rainbows but has also been used as a messenger. She’s a lesser-known entity, which essentially means in terms of creative freedoms, the opportunities are infinite. It would be a fun inclusion for the games if Kratos were to communicate with his allies via her methods.
The best God of War games rely upon these smaller characters and elevate their positions. Because she has often been associated with fairies as well, there could be something interesting there in regards to recreating what that mythology could be within this fictional landscape. It’s rare that a figure of such potential has rarely been explored in any format, but would be such a strange inclusion for these games in the best way.
Morpheus
Morpheus might be a character that many are aware of in wider pop culture, but he was originally the Greek god of dreams, not to be confused with the gods of sleep itself. The character was briefly featured in God Of War and was involved in the death of the sun god Helios.
But he has never answered for his crimes and has seemingly continued to exist within this universe. Kratos has been haunted by his past through visions and dreams. That particular subplot could be wrapped up with the return of a mischievous Morpheus, who many see as a trickster god in his own right.
Chiron
Centaurs have been featured in many incarnations in God Of War in the past, but Chiron has remained absent. The character is known for training heroes like Achilles, Jason, and Heracles. His wisdom is far beyond his many years and he knows how to get the best from his students.
If Kratos wants to improve, or perhaps give his son the best chance of actually becoming a hero, then Chiron would be the trusted man to turn to. In a world of backstabbing and playing politics, Chiron is good-natured, honest, and calm. He may be quite the contrast to the brutal and rash Kratos.
Nike
Nike’s statues can be found across these Greek games, but the God Of War saga has yet to include her as a proper character. She’s the goddess of victory, something Kratos absolutely lives for as the newer god of war. Her absence would be very much felt in the cosmos.
Nike would surely be drawn to Kratos, who continues to find himself at the victory end of many battles. However, with the collapse of the Norse realms imminent, would Nike withdraw her support, considering Ragnarök is among the people? Her inclusion would open the door for many complex themes to be explored.
Selene
The moon gods of the Norse realms have supposedly been killed, at least that’s what God Of War tells its audience. But the sun and the moon have played a vital part in the saga as a whole, from the death of Helios, even down to the puzzles fans have to solve that might hint toward the future.
Much like Iris, Selene’s characterization is much more open to interpretation. As the Greek goddess of the Moon, she may see an absence as an opportunity. She’s not the only moon goddess within Greek myth, but much like Kratos, could history repeat with Selene overthrowing the likes of Artemis? Again, it’s a character that would provide some thematic exploration that parallels the lead.
Zeus
Zeus was killed by Kratos as a major turning point in the God Of War series. But this moment continues to haunt Kratos years after it took place. In fact, it’s fair to say that Zeus has essentially been included in the latest games countless times thanks to those flashbacks.
However, this all has to be leading toward something. There are so many comparisons to make between Odin and Zeus. The combination of the two would be a mighty threat for Kratos to face, and would ultimately pay off the previous series for those who have played since the start.
