God of War PS4 (GoW 4)

How to Beat Ice Ancient | Boss Fight Guide

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Last updated on: August 5, 2021 03:43 AM

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GoW Ice Ancient Top.png

This is a guide on how to beat the Ice Ancient in God of War PS4 (GoW 4). This page will explain its attack patterns, behavior, and tips and strategies on how to deal the most damage you can against it and take minimal damage at the same time.

List of Contents

Ice Ancient Boss Information
Ice Ancient Location
Best Build
Ice Ancient Boss Fight Guide
Tips and Strategy
God of War Related Links

Ice Ancient Boss Information

Bestiary Entry

Ice Ancient

Category	Primordial
Entry Text
An Ancient in the ice and snow... I wonder if they have thoughts like we do? I can't hear any. They don't have mouths or ears... none that I can see, anyways. They're mostly pretty peaceful, unless we attack first. I'd never say this to Father, but I wish we could just leave them alone.

Basic Information

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Name	Ice Ancient
Recommended Level	2-3
Weapons	Ice

Ice Ancient Location

You will first encounter the Ice Ancient as you approach the face of the fallen giant during the quest The Magic Chisel. It is best to clear the area first of enemies before engaging with the Primordial.

World View	Guide
	In the large and open area you encounter after blowing up the red crystal on the giant's ring, clearing the area of enemies will trigger the fight.

Best Build

Armor

Armor Set	Defender Set Full Upgrade

Leviathan Axe

Axe Level	3

Ice Ancient Boss Fight Guide

Opening Attack

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When encountering any Ancient type of boss, it is best to just simply wait for it to open its chest as it attacks as your own attacks will bounce off with its chest closed.

Ice Ancient Attack Patterns

Attack 1

GoW Ice Ancient Beam.png

The Ice Ancient will send one long beam of ice that he grazes sideways towards you. Block this strike, or throw your axe at its chest.

Attack 2

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It will send balls of ice your way – be sure to dodge and block these before throwing your axe at its open chest. There is a short window of time in between his salvos, enough time for you to strike.

Attack 3

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The Ice Ancient will drop down on the ground when you approach near it and send out a pulse of energy.

Tips and Strategy

Like most battles against Ancient type bosses, just keep your distance and be patient. Wait for it to open its chest and throw your axe into the exposed area for damage. Pieces of it will fall off, which you can throw at it for bigger damage.

God of War Related Links

All Boss Battle Guides

Story Bosses

The Marked Trees	Daudi Kaupmandr
The Marked Trees	The Stranger
Path to the Mountain	Brenna Daudi
The Light of Alfheim	Stone Ancient
The Light of Alfheim	Svartaljofurr
Inside the Mountain	Jarn Fotr
Inside the Mountain	Hraezlyr
The Magic Chisel	Ice Ancient
	Stonebeard King
	Magni and Modi
The Sickness	Mattugr Helson
The Black Rune	Grendel of the Ashes and Grendel of the Frost
Return to the Summit	Frost Ancient
Between The Realms	Daudi Munr
Jotunheim in Reach	Baldur

Optional Bosses

Primordial

Boss	Difficulty
Fire Ancient	★★☆☆☆
Forest Ancient	★★★☆☆
Soul Eater	★★☆☆☆
Soul Devourer	★★☆☆☆

Seidr

Boss	Difficulty
Gullveig	★★★☆☆

Trolls

Boss	Difficulty
Daudi Hamarr	★★☆☆☆

Valkyries

Boss	Difficulty
Eir	★★★☆☆
Geirdriful	★★★★☆
Gondul	★★★★☆
Gunnr	★★★☆☆
Hildr	★★★★☆
Kara	★★★☆☆
Olrun	★★★★☆
Rota	★★★★☆
Sigrun	★★★★★