Alexis Kestler
Kratos and Atreus are back in God of War Ragnarok, facing Norse gods and monsters while uncovering mystical treasures. Join their journey as we crack open the secrets of Noatun‘s Garden legendary chest!
Strap in – this extensive 2800+ word guide will cover everything you need to know to snag that rare loot for yourself.
Introduction to God of War‘s Norse Saga
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of legendary chests, let‘s recap Kratos and Atreus‘ mythic quest so far.
The iconic Ghost of Sparta first waged war against the Greek pantheon in the original trilogy. After tragic events, Kratos tries escaping his past in the Nordic realms but gets drawn into their prophesied doom in the Norse saga.
God of War (2018) kicks off this new era with Kratos and Atreus going on an initiatory quest to scatter the ashes of Atreus‘ recently deceased mother from the highest mountain in all the realms.
Their journey lays the groundwork for Ragnarok‘s exploration of Norse myths. Kratos‘ axe bearing similarities to Mjolnir hints he‘s in for a confrontation with Thor himself down the line.
Surviving the Nine Realms
The colourful cast of Norse entities our duo encounter make it clear this foreign land won‘t give them respite. Gods like Baldur already have it out for the outsider Kratos.
Ragnarok expands the canvas to all Nine Realms. Midgard is just one part of a vast mythical cosmos filled with untamed wilderness, grand temples and warring deities.
An Arsenal Fit for Gods
Kratos wields his iconic chained Blades of Chaos and Leviathan Axe during gameplay. Players alternate between them fluidly to counter enemies.
Atreus provides ranged bow attacks and audio cues as assists. Kratos‘ Spartan Rage and shield add to the arsenal.
This robust combat system is key for surviving the Nine Realms‘ threats. Which brings us to why gear from legendary chests matters.
The Allure of Legendary Chest Loot
Legendary chests contain rare crafting materials and gear you won‘t find anywhere else. They confer major boosts, making them highly desirable finds.
Here‘s what coveted goodies the chests can hide:
Frozen Flames and Chaos Flames:
- Upgrade Leviathan Axe and Blades of Chaos respectively
- Increase damage, frost/fire effects and add new skills
- Up to 9 levels of upgrades for both weapons
Horn of Blood Mead:
- Permanently raises maximum Health, Rage or Stamina
- Crucial for tougher enemy encounters later on
- 5 upgrades each to Health, Rage and Stamina available
Jewels of Yggdrasil:
- Repair one slot on the Amulet of Yggdrasil artifact
- Unlock powers like Health Burst, last stand revival etc.
- Essential for survival against boss fights
Nornir Chests:
- Also known as ‘Idunn Apples‘
- Permanently upgrade Health, Rage or Stamina
- Hard to unlock, but yield 1 full upgrade each
You won‘t find such powerful boons on regular enemies. Let‘s learn how to uncover Noatun‘s Garden‘s coveted chest.
Noatun‘s Garden Legendary Chest – Where to Find It
Noatun‘s Garden is located in the Midgard realm. It‘s one of the earliest legendary chests you can get to.
Here are the step-by-step directions:
Sailing to Noatun‘s Garden
From the Lake of Nine, take your boat west past Stone Falls until you reach this small, unmarked beach:
Sail west of Stone Falls to the beach
You‘ll know you‘re in the right spot when you see a narrow bridge leading up to a rocky outcrop.
Dock your boat on the beach and climb the stairs up towards the bridge.
Crossing the Bridge
Follow the bridge all the way to the end. You‘ll soon spot a red fungi bloom on the cliff side, covering something.
Move closer and you‘ll see it‘s obscuring a legendary chest! But how do we get in?
The chest is blocked by red fungi bloom
Removing the Red Fungi Bramble
To clear the fungi and open the path, you‘ll need to use the Blazing Surge ability.
Look to the right of the bramble to spot a Sigil Arrow Hex trap. Lure it out with your axe, then recall it to trigger the blaze.
The chain of explosions will destroy the clutter and reveal a spinning target behind.
Use Blazing Surge on the Hex to destroy the bramble
Unlocking the Legendary Chest
Throw your Leviathan Axe at the revealed target to release the door lock.
You‘ll hear the telltale clunk of a heavy mechanism shifting once it‘s hit.
Strike the target with the axe to unlock the door
Ziplining to the Chest
Now comes the fun part.
Head back across the bridge and look down the right side for a zipline anchor point.
Equip the Blades of Chaos and use them to zipline spectacularly down to the ledge the chest is on!
Zipline down using the Blades of Chaos
Looting the Chest‘s Reward
Inside the new chamber, you‘ll face some Nightmare enemies guarding the legendary chest.
Use abilities and combos to defeat them, then claim your reward!
The Noatun‘s Garden legendary chest contains a Jewel of Yggdrasil. This can repair one of the slots on the Amulet of Yggdrasil artifact.
Equipping the amulet gives you access to powerful passive abilities and buffs. The jewel also unlocks skill upgrades on the talent tree.
With Noatun‘s Garden completed, you‘re now well on your way to hunting down all of Midgard‘s hidden legendary chests!
Combat Tips and Strategies
Fighting Nightmares and bramble growths during this quest can get tricky. Here are some combat tips:
For the bramble:
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Upgrade your Leviathan Axe‘s frost damage at shops for quicker destruction
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Use Spartan Rage before triggering the Blazing Surge to power through
For Nightmares:
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Switch often between axe and blades to keep them off balance
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Throw your axe for range damage and recall it instantly to strike again
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Use Atreus‘ sonic arrows to stun Nightmares so you can grab and rip them apart
General tips:
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Keep dodging and parrying without letting up attacks
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Utilize weapon skills like Hyperion Slam and Cyclone of Chaos
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Activate Realm Shift by throwing your axe to slow time if overwhelmed
Noatun‘s Garden Setting and Lore
The remote beach housing this legendary chest is no coincidence. In Norse myth, Noatun was the home of Njord and his son Frey, gods of sea and sun.
Noatun was known as a lush seaside abode filled with greenery and flora. The bramble blocking the chest echoes Noatun‘s fertile environment.
God of War incorporates these tidbits from Norse legends to build out its fantastical world. Each location Kratos visits is layered with such mythic connotations.
For example, Stone Falls is the location where Jormungandr the World Serpent first emerged in myth before being thrown back in time. The Lake of Nine encircles the world tree Yggdrasil‘s roots as Water of Life.
These subtle references make exploring Midgard rewarding for fans of Norse sagas. It also informs gameplay elements like the chest‘s floral blockade.
Gearing Up with Legendary Chest Loot
So you‘ve cleared Noatun‘s Garden and claimed its Jewel of Yggdrasil. How best to utilize your prize?
The jewel repairs one broken slot on the Amulet of Yggdrasil. This powerful artifact grants game-changing passive abilities when equipped.
Here are some top amulet powers to unlock with your jewel:
Health Burst – Instantly recover a portion of health when near death
Last Stand – Revive with temporary invulnerability once per battle if Kratos dies
Wrath of Flame – Damage over time burn effect on successful hits
Rampage of the Furies – Extend Spartan Rage duration by landing hits
Blessings of the Frost – Leviathan Axe does 50% more damage when inflicting Frost damage
The Amulet of Yggdrasil‘s bonuses are a game-changer
Pick abilities that complement your playstyle. I prefer stacking frost damage and rage boosts for devastating axe attacks.
You can also use the jewel to unlock skills like Evasive Storm on the talent tree. This increases your evade speed and distance – super useful!
Further Reading on God of War Ragnarok‘s Legendary Chests
The secrets of Noatun‘s Garden are now yours, but many more legendary chests await across the realms.
Here are guides to additional chests for improving your build:
Pilgrim‘s Landing Legendary Chest – Contains Chaos Flame for Blades of Chaos upgrades.
The Southern Wilds Legendary Chest – This one holds a Nornir Chest for health boost. Requires language cipher.
Cliffside Ruins Legendary Chest – Has Horn of Blood Mead for permanent stat increase. Watch out for Revenant.
Vanaheim Tower Chests – Series of 5 chests in Vanaheim towers with crafting materials.
Niflheim Void Labyrinth Chest Guide – Dangerous but rewarding loot in Niflheim‘s mists.
For the full legendary chest experience, also grab our God of War Ragnarok All Collectibles Guide covering armor, artifacts, ravens and more!
In Conclusion
And with that, you‘re ready to plumb Noatun‘s Garden‘s secrets and reinforce Kratos‘ power against the Norse pantheon.
The road ahead is long, but at least you can check finding this legendary chest off your list.
May your axe swing true and chaos blades ignite fiercely as you journey across the realms, uncovering more mystica treasures. This guide marks but one step in that heroic odyssey. Godspeed!
