The God of War Series and Mimir
The God of War series, known for its unique portrayals of mythology, introduced Mimir, a figure in Norse mythology, in the 2018 game. Kratos and Atreus encounter Mimir's severed head and carry it with them on their journey. Even in the sequel, God of War Ragnarok, Mimir remains without a body. Fans of the games have been speculating about the possibility of Mimir getting a new body, and among the many suggestions, one idea stands out.
Reddit user SlowReverseBeeping suggested using the body of Baldur for Mimir, and they even shared a photoshopped image of Mimir's head on Baldur's body. This suggestion sparked discussions about the potential power and humor that could come from such a combination. However, the likelihood of this idea becoming a reality is uncertain due to certain story aspects to consider.
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The Idea of Mimir's New Body: Using Baldur's Body
In Norse mythology, Baldur is primarily associated with light and beauty. However, in the God of War series, he is portrayed as a cruel and sadistic monster due to an invulnerability spell placed on him by his mother Freya. Players must fight Baldur multiple times throughout the game, and the final fight results in Baldur's death at the hands of Kratos. Theoretically, his body could be used for Mimir if it were ever recovered.
Despite the intriguing nature of this idea, the likelihood of Mimir's head being placed on Baldur's body is questionable. The character dynamics and narrative elements in God of War Ragnarok, particularly Freya's companionship with Kratos and Mimir, make it unlikely for any of these characters to suggest using the corpse of Freya's dead son. Additionally, considering Freya's trauma and quest for revenge, this suggestion would not be fitting.
The Future of Mimir and God of War
The future of God of War is uncertain, with the conclusion of Ragnarok leaving Kratos and Atreus on separate paths. While the next game may focus on Atreus's journey, Mimir's presence in future entries is likely as long as Kratos is still around. Whether Mimir remains a severed head or not, his role in the series is expected to continue.