The Pommels of the Nine Realms are among the most sought-after attachments for the Blades of Chaos in God of War Ragnarök. Equipping these pommels allows players to activate powerful Realm Shifts that slow down time during intense encounters. Obtaining and fully upgrading this equipment requires defeating challenging optional bosses and gathering rare resources scattered across the realms.
Where to Find the Pommels of the Nine Realms
To acquire the Pommels of the Nine Realms, players must head to the River Delta region located within Vanaheim. There, you will encounter a Berserker Gravestone that triggers a difficult boss battle against Hvítserkr the Bold. Defeating this formidable enemy rewards you directly with the attachment.
The fight tests your combat efficiency as Hvítserkr summons active reinforcements and utilizes heavy Seidr poison magic. Staying mobile and utilizing wide-area runic attacks can help manage the extra enemies during the engagement.
Understanding the Realm Shift Mechanism
The defining feature of the Pommels of the Nine Realms is the ability to trigger a Realm Shift. When your Immolation meter is completely filled by landing consecutive hits without taking damage, activating the skill temporarily slows down surrounding enemies. This window creates a massive offensive opportunity against tough targets.
Pairing this equipment with specific armor sets or enchantments that boost damage during time distortion makes it even more potent. Mastering dodges and maintaining continuous aggression are key to maximizing its benefits in high-level battles.
Upgrade Requirements and Path
Upgrading the Pommels of the Nine Realms increases Kratos's Runic, Vitality, and Luck statistics significantly. Initial upgrades require standard materials alongside Hacksilver as you raise its level. Higher tier upgrades demand rarer components such as Sovereign Coals and Whispering Slabs.
Reaching Level 9 unlocks the attachment's full potential, providing balanced stat distribution for endgame challenges. In New Game+ modes, players can further transition into the enhanced Pommels of the Nine Realms + version using Skap Slag at blacksmith shops.
Strategic Tips for Combat Integration
Using the Pommels of the Nine Realms effectively demands a disciplined playstyle because taking damage resets your momentum gauge. Focus on memorizing enemy attack patterns so you can parry or dodge cleanly. Once the meter charges, trigger the activation immediately to lock down aggressive boss targets.
Switching fluidly between weapons also allows you to stack complementary realm shift effects. Integrating this strategy ensures control over tough engagements throughout your journey.
