Why does Odin want Atreus to put on the mask?
In the gaming universe of God of War (2018), there’s a mysterious mask known as the Mask of Fafnir, also referred to as Baldur’s Mirror, which plays a central role in the storyline, and Odin’s intentions play a crucial part in driving the plot forward. However, the question remains- Why does Odin want Atreus to put on the mask?
Early Warning Signs
As gamers experience the game, you’re introduced to Odin and Atreus’ backstory: Odin’s plan of making Atreus and Fafnir face-off, leading to its conclusion. This sequence exposes an underlying plot by Laufey who aimed to bring down Baldr, which would, indirectly, lead to Odin seeking knowledge from the Mask in hope of preventing his anticipated end.
Understanding Odyssey of Odin
In exploring Odyssey of Odin, I was able to gain essential context about his pursuit – not just a random motive:
- To counter potential threats: Odin wished to understand the world changing at an unprecedented pace within a short period.
Odin’s vision: foresee possible threats, which forced Kratos and Atreus to navigate an expanding domain. - Cheat death: By wielding an ancient mask’s divine guidance, Odin would gather sufficient knowledge to avert what he foresaw on approaching his end.
Let us now examine what specific things Odin did:
Present Gifts, Army Displays & Secret Meetings: Odin utilized numerous tactics to make promises,
Appeal to Kratos, Freya & Balder, attempting t keep them under control- His ultimate goal being complete access to the mask:
To Ensure Survival – Understand the World
There will be an inevitable final step in Odin’s efforts (which will become key towards the story):
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9; Create confusion – His power lies in understanding other regions in the realm
8th; Odin seeks info (the Mask)
In this God of War 2018 sequence, Odin, under scrutiny, becomes clear-headed within the realm and also by the game itself where: Odin wants Atreus to put on masks which will provide a great change in his own
So, it can reasonably
be said that
This is not only beneficial information for Atreus for his future life plans
Odin seeks infinite guidance from the Mask but seeks to cheat death- so he has been drawn through the realm for. For Odin, Atreus’ power can prevent Baldr’s fate within Ragnarok
To grasp
Odin seeks eternal.