The Steinbjorn armor set stands among the strongest options in God of War: Ragnarok. Each piece emphasizes protection, with the standout feature being health restoration triggered by Kratos’ attacks after absorbing heavy damage. This guide explains how to obtain the secret armor and leverages its full potential.
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Finding one of the game’s premier armor sets is straightforward, but acquiring Steinbjorn requires defeating four trolls to collect Slumber Stones. Those stones are essential for crafting. The following sections outline all required items and optimal ways to use the set in combat.
How to prepare for the quest for secret armor
Before diving in, here is a concise prep list. While reading, note that there can be minor plot spoilers. If avoiding spoilers is important, consider finishing the Forging Destiny story mission first.
To unlock the Steinbjorn armor in God of War Ragnarok, the player should complete these steps:
- Gain unrestricted exploration of the Lake of Nine region in Midgard.
- Obtain Spear Draupnir.
- Acquire the key Freya provides to unlock the Forbidden Sands in Alfheim.
- Finish the Song of the Sands quest in Forbidden Sands.
The order is flexible, but knowing the requirements ahead of time saves time and prevents detours.
Where to find the relic “Mystical Legacy”
After finishing Chapter 10, Forge of Your Own Destiny, and obtaining the path-opening item, the Mystical Legacy relic becomes the initial target. It is located in the Lake of Nine, southwest of Tyr’s Temple, near the limestone ice barrier. Follow the ice wall to a destructible crevice.
There is a nearby dwarven body, a relic, and a scroll of knowledge. A spear can destroy the ice block to reveal a path into a small crevice that leads to the relic.
How to use the Mystic Legacy Relic
The Mystical Legacy relic carries a curious warning: it seems important yet holds no direct battle utility. When activated, Kratos taps the device on his wrist, triggering a brief cooldown of about sixteen seconds and offering repeated opportunities to use the relic in combat.
Additional notes describe that the relic awakens something dormant in the deepest corners of the mind. Nearby lore scrolls hint at buying an heirloom from a dwarven craftsman, tying the relic to a larger backstory.
Across Midgard, hulking troll statues lie in wait beside knowledge posts. These engravings describe the trolls and note their confinement and sleep. Using the Mystic Legacy to wake these trolls unlocks challenging battles that yield Sleepy Stones—rare resources unique to these foes. Those stones enable crafting Steinbjorn’s armor in a Dwarven Forge.
How to find troll statues and get Sleepy Stones
The following locations house awakenable trolls using the Mystical Legacy. Battles may be tackled in any order. Veterans of God of War 2018 will recognize the combat rhythm. Activate the relic (default L1 and Circle on most controllers) to wake a statue and begin the duel.
1 – Blodgr Steinn
- Location: Abandoned Outpost, Midgard
The closest troll to the relic is near the Forsaken Outpost, west of the Lake of Nine, where the statue stands. In combat, swords or a spear work well.
2 – Bjarg Stormr
- Location: Forbidden Sands, Alfheim
This troll sits in Alfheim’s Forbidden Sands, northwest, accessible after finishing Song of the Sands. The statue is tucked behind a wreck near the west corner.
The proper stance is to the left of the area’s center, behind the wreck. A higher ledge reveals the statue. The troll is flanked by elven remains. In battle, use an axe or a spear to exploit weaknesses.
3 – Golrab of the Ashes and 4 – Golrab of the Prince
- Location: Garden of Noatun, Vanaheim
Two slumbering trolls lie in Noatun’s garden. Clearing poisonous clouds as part of a ghostly request makes the fight easier. They are icy and fiery at the same time, so switch weapons to match each foe and consider using a spear for reach.
Steinbjorn Armor features
Crafting the armor requires visiting the blacksmith to assemble three pieces. Two pieces boost stun damage by 25 percent; all three increase overall damage by 50 percent. Steinbjorn’s breastplate is one piece, followed by the gloves and boots.
- Bloodthirsty Retaliation: Kratos absorbs substantial damage and regenerates health with each strike.
- First stats: rank 6 armor with 123 defense.
Steinbjorn Gloves
- Stunning Retaliation Skill I: a reasonable chance to stagger nearby enemies when damaged.
- First stats: rank 6 armor with strength 22 and defense 55.
Steinbjorn boots
- Stunning Retaliation Skill I: moderate chance to stagger foes when hit, with accompanying stun damage.
- First stats: rank 6 armor with defense 77.
How To Wear Steinbjorn Armor – Tips For The Best Treatment
Bloodthirsty Retribution stands out as the most engaging skill in the set. While Stunning Retribution I has potential, the healing-centric bonus takes precedence. To optimize healing, some players mix in different pieces and supplement with Belt of Raven Tears and Bracers from Raven Tears earned by hunting Odin’s Ravens. These gear choices unlock the Healing Efficiency ability, which boosts health gained from stones, rage, and gear, and also applies to runic attacks.
When possible, launch quick, high-damage sequences to sustain healing while Bloodthirsty Retribution remains active. If health runs low, pause the combo briefly to reset healing. Basic strikes work, but fury or runic attacks often yield stronger healing returns.
Runic attack guidance for synergistic effects includes:
- Wrath of the Frost Ancient: light rune for the ax – projects an ice beam that freezes targets on contact;
- Fog of Helheim: heavy rune for the ax – unleashes an area attack delivering persistent cold damage;
- Fog of Fimbulwinter: heavy rune for the ax – sends an icy wave forward, inflicting cold on enemies ahead;
- Flames of Fear: light rune for swords – shoots a fiery geyser from the weapon;
- Atlas Volcano: heavy rune for swords – targets close-range melee with concentrated heat;
- Artillery of the Ancients: heavy rune for the spear – rains a volley of spears across the target area.
Upgrading runic attacks can extend their duration or area of effect for better sustain during fights.
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Notes: content collates insights from community resources and lore companions to provide a cohesive overview of Steinbjorn and its integration into combat strategies. Citations reflect community discussions and in-game observations from guides and wikis.