Navigating the expansive terrains of the Plains in God of War Ragnarok offers players a multitude of secrets, but few favors are as emotionally resonant as the Casualties of War questlines. These ghostly favors require adventurers to track down matching pieces of broken artifacts scattered across the crater area of Vanaheim. Successfully completing these haunting side quests provides valuable crafting resources and fills in crucial lore regarding the tragic battles of the realm.
How to Initiate the Plains Favors
Before you can begin hunting for the lost remnants, you must first ensure you have flooded the Crater by completing the Return of the River favor. This structural change opens up boat navigation channels that make accessing hidden shores considerably easier. Once the water flows freely, you can speak to the various spirits wandering the rocky landscape to unlock their individual tasks.
Each distinct ghost will describe a specific item that was torn in half during their final moments of combat. Finding the first half of any item will immediately trigger the corresponding quest tracker on your map menu screen. Adventurers should keep their eyes open for a bright purple glow emitting from the dirt, which indicates an interactive objective location.
Finding the Lost Brooch Remnants
The first major casualty quest you are likely to encounter involves tracking down the two halves of a shattered heirloom brooch. The initial piece is held by a spirit located in the eastern portion of the Plains, not far from the local Celestial Altar. You will need to defeat a group of aggressive enemies in the immediate vicinity before you can safely interact with the apparition.
To secure the matching half, you must travel toward the northern expanses of the region where a formidable traveler enemy guards a secluded clearing. Navigating the rocky cliffs requires precise use of your blades to swing across gaps and reach the elevated plateau. Dropping down into the lower arena will reveal the glowing fragment resting near the edge of the cliff wall.
Tracking Down the Scroll and Bracers
Another pair of spirits requires you to locate a forgotten scroll and a set of decorative combat bracers that were lost to time. The scroll quest begins near a cave system in the western Plains, where a ghost laments the loss of written strategic war plans. The missing piece of parchment is tucked away inside a narrow stone crawlspace that requires you to clear out red vines using runic arrows.
For the bracers, you will need to head toward the northern riverbanks where the water current forms a natural bend near a massive tree structure. You can read a comprehensive guide on online streaming content to see exact visual pathing methods if the dense wilderness layout becomes confusing. The final piece of the armor set rests safely inside a circular stone arena that is only accessible during the daytime hours.
Claiming Your Quest Rewards
Bringing both halves of an artifact together instantly satisfies the restless spirit and cleanses the immediate area of lingering tragic memories. Each finished quest rewards Kratos with a substantial amount of experience points for both himself and Atreus. Additionally, these objectives grant unique amulet fragments that can alter your build attributes significantly.
Completing all the regional favors is highly recommended for anyone looking to maximize their gear upgrades before entering the final stages of the game. The specialized materials found alongside the ghosts cannot be obtained through standard exploration or random treasure chests. Taking the extra time to explore every corner of the Plains ensures your combat arsenal remains completely optimized.