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God of War Ragnarok (GoW Ragnarok)

How to Get Njord's Tempest: Effects, Stats, and Location

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Njord's Tempest is a Light Runic Attack for the Leviathan Axe in God of War Ragnarok (GoW Ragnarok). Learn how to use Njord's Tempest, its effects, upgrades, and how to get it!

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Njord's Tempest Overview

Information

Njord Njord's Tempest Basic Information
Weapon:
Leviathan AxeLeviathan Axe
Slot: Light Runic Attack
Type: Melee
Base Effect
A rapidly spinning Melee Attack that clears out surrounding enemies and deals significant damage.

Upgrade Chart

Runic Upgrade Chart
Level 1 → Level 2 → Level 3
・DMG: 2/5
・RNC: 1/5
・STUN: 0/5		 ・DMG: 2/5
・RNC: 3/5
・STUN: 0/5		 ・DMG: 3/5
・RNC: 4/5
・STUN: 0/5
Cost
N/A → 2500 XP → 8000 XP

Effect Upgrades

Effect
Level 1 A rapidly spinning Melee Attack that clears out surrounding enemies and deals significant damage.
Level 2 Increases the number of rotations by Holding SQUARE and adds a small whirlwind effect.
Level 3 Further increases the number of rotations by Holding SQUARE. Also amplifies the whirlwind around Kratos.

How to Get Njord's Tempest

Picked Up from the Overworld

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Location Summary
This runic attack can be found in a Legendary Chest located at Althjof's Rig. The area can be accessed when navigating the western area of Bay of Bounty.

Is Njord's Tempest Worth It?

Njord's Tempest Rank

Ragnarok Spoiler TagHeads Up! The Ragnarok Writing Team is still evaluating the rating for this Runic Attack!

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