5 best Runic Attacks for Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok

The Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok is one of the most versatile weapons available in Kratos’ arsenal. Using this Axe, Kratos can chain together powerful combos that not only deal damage to the enemy but also apply various crowd control effects.

The Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok has various Runic Attacks. A player can build it as a melee or long-range weapon by equipping the respective Runic Attacks to it.

This article lists some of the best Runic Attacks for the Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok.

Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer

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5 Runic Attacks for Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok that could break the game

1) Breath of Thamur (Heavy Runic Attack)

One of the best AOE attacks (Image via PlayStation)

When Breath of Thamur is equipped, Kratos summons a massive area-of-effect (AoE) attack, sending a cyclone of destruction across a large radius. This move is useful when facing large groups of enemies because it can deal damage to multiple opponents simultaneously.

However, Breath of Thamur also has a glaring shortcoming. During the attack animation, Kratos stands still, leaving him open to enemies.

Upgrade Stats:

Level 1: 4 Damage, 0 Frost, 0 Stun.
Level 2: 5 Damage, 0 Frost, 0 Stun (upgrade cost: 5,500 XP).
Level 3: 5 Damage, 3 Frost, 0 Stun (upgrade cost: 12,500 XP).

2) Skadi’s Edge (Light Runic Attack)

Best attack for controlling multiple enemies (Image via PlayStation)

When Skadi’s Edge is equipped, Kratos throws his Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok in such a way that it ricochets between multiple targets, striking them repeatedly.

This attack works well against bosses, particularly those that require quick hits rather than powerful, slow strikes. The ricocheting effect gives players flexibility in positioning and movement.

Upgrade Stats:

Level 1: 2 Damage, 1 Frost, 0 Stun.
Level 2: 3 Damage, 2 Frost, 0 Stun (upgrade cost: 2,000 XP).
Level 3: 4 Damage, 3 Frost, 1 Stun (upgrade cost: 7,250 XP).

3) Fog of Fimbulwinter (Heavy Runic Attack)

Best attack for crowd control (Image via PlayStation)

When Fog of Fimbulwinter is equipped, Kratos unleashes a giant wave of ice that spreads out in front of him, freezing and damaging enemies in its path. This attack is perfect for slowing down large groups of enemies, especially when overwhelmed by sheer numbers. The freezing effect makes this move an excellent crowd-control tool, giving Kratos time to assess the battlefield.

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However, the wave of ice only travels forward in a straight line, which means it can miss enemies not directly in front of Kratos. Additionally, the cooldown for this attack is long, so players should treat it like a crisis management tool.

Upgrade Stats:

Frost: Up to 5 points of Frost damage when fully upgraded.
Damage: 3 damage points.
Upgrade Cost: 9,000 XP (Cooldown: 222 seconds).

4) Mists of Helheim (Heavy Runic Attack)

Good CC and damage (Image via PlayStation)

When Mists of Helheim is equipped, Kratos stabs the Leviathan Axe into the ground, creating a lingering Frost AoE that continuously damages enemies within its radius. This is one of the best Runic Attacks to deal constant damage over time. It’s especially useful when facing a horde of enemies or when you want to create space on the battlefield.

The lingering Frost effect slows down enemies caught in its radius, giving Kratos the chance to deal with them one at a time while they are stuck in the mist. The move remains active for a few seconds, making it ideal for creating a temporary zone of control on the battlefield.

Upgrade Stats:

Level 1: 1 Damage, 3 Frost, 0 Stun.
Level 2: 2 Damage, 4 Frost, 0 Stun (upgrade cost: 3,250 XP).
Level 3: 2 Damage, 5 Frost, 1 Stun (upgrade cost: 9,000 XP).

5) Hel’s Touch (Light Runic Attack)

Frost stun the bosses (Image via PlayStation)

When Hel’s Touch is equipped, Kratos releases a quick burst of energy that knocks back nearby enemies. This attack can be used both for crowd control and attacks in boss battles. Its primary strength lies in its ability to interrupt enemy attacks, especially unblockable red-ring ones. This makes it one of the most useful moves for Kratos as it can save him from certain death if used correctly.

Hel’s Touch best used in high-stakes battles, particularly when fighting against solo bosses. The quick knockback helps create space and stop aggressive enemies on their track.

Upgrade Stats:

Level 1: 3 Damage, 2 Frost, 1 Stun.
Level 2: 4 Damage, 2 Frost, 1 Stun (upgrade cost: 2,500 XP).
Level 3: 5 Damage, 3 Frost, 1 Stun (upgrade cost: 8,000 XP).

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Edited by Rachel Syiemlieh