God of War Ragnarok: All Waist Armour Locations and Upgrades

Looking for all Waist Armour locations and upgrades in God of War Ragnarok? Waist Armour, like all armour in Ragnarok, changes Kratos' appearance and also provides him with various buffs and statistical improvements to make him more effective in combat. You can learn How to Transmog Armour through the link.

On this page, we'll list all Waist Armour locations and upgrades. For more information on the various other augmentations in Ragnarok, you can find a comprehensive breakdown of all the game's Equipment and Gear in our God of War Ragnarok guide.

God of War Ragnarok: All Waist Armour Locations and Upgrades

Below is a list of all Waist Armour locations and upgrades in God of War Ragnarok. In addition to an overview of each individual armour piece, we've also included a wealth of supplementary information, so you can better appreciate the cost of levelling up each item and the impact it'll have on your abilities.

Belt of Survival

You unlock Belt of Survival at the beginning of the game, during Surviving Fimbulwinter. The official description reads: "Thick, sturdy armour that was built to endure Fimbulwinter."

All Belt of Survival Upgrades

Fortified Husk Girdle

You unlock Fortified Husk Girdle at the beginning of the game, during Surviving Fimbulwinter. The official description reads: "Armour built from the husks of some of the sturdiest creatures in all the Nine Realms. It provides the wearer maximum coverage, increasing their Defence."

• Defender's Relief: While blocking, take less damage from unblockable attacks from behind.

All Fortified Husk Girdle Upgrades

Vidar's Belt of Might

You unlock Vidar's Belt of Might at the beginning of the game, during Surviving Fimbulwinter. The official description reads: "Armour that allows the wearer additional movement around the joints. Its construction allows the user to swing their weapon with more force, increasing their Strength."

• Finishing Might: Combo finishers do increased damage.

All Vidar's Belt of Might Upgrades

Nidavellir's Finest Waist Guard

You unlock Nidavellir's Finest Waist Guard by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop. The official description reads: "Traditional Dwarven armour. Built with Nidavellir Ore acquired from the mining rigs in Svartalfheim's Bay of Bounty. The craftmanship is unparalleled, and increases the wearer's Vitality."

• Stunning Persistence: Reduces how quickly enemy stun bars drain.

All Nidavellir's Finest Waist Guard Upgrades

Belt of Enlightenment

You unlock Belt of Enlightenment by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop. The official description reads: "This armour is well suited for both battle and study. It is infused with Runic power of those who came before."

• Runic Affliction: Runic attacks do increased damage against status-afflicted enemies.

All Belt of Enlightenment Upgrades

Sol's Belt of Courage

You unlock Sol's Belt of Courage by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, starting from The Reckoning. The official description reads: "A lightweight and stylish armour that provides the wearer with increased Vitality. Lauded for its beauty, which is matched only by the sun itself."

• Scathing Rage Burst: Chance to grant a Rage burst when damage is taken. The Luck chance increases the lower Kratos' health.

All Sol's Belt of Courage Upgrades

Girdle of Raven Tears

You unlock Girdle of Raven Tears by opening Legendary Chest #1 at The Raven Tree in Niflheim. The official description reads: "Heavily fortified armour that is said to be stronger than the hardened ice of Niflheim."

• Healing Efficacy: Increases the healing from Healthstones, Rage, and Gear.

All Girdle of Raven Tears Upgrades

Spiritual Belt

You unlock Spiritual Belt by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, starting from The Reckoning. The official description reads: "This lightweight armour provides the wearer with maximum breathability, enhancing their cooldown."

• Arcane Refresh: Melee attacks have a low Luck chance to restore some Cooldown for the equipped weapon's Runic Attacks.

All Spiritual Belt Upgrades

Lunda's Lost Belt

You unlock Lunda's Lost Belt by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, after triggering the Favour named The Mysterious Orb during The Reckoning. The official description reads: "One of Lunda's finest works. Crafted long ago, and fallen into disrepair, it is now returned to its former glory."

• Prey Upon Poison: Melee attacks against poisoned enemies do increased damage.

All Lunda's Lost Belt Upgrades

Mani's Belt of Wisdom

You unlock Mani's Belt of Wisdom by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, starting from The Word of Fate in Midgard. The official description reads: "Intricately crafted armour that serves both form and function. It is said to shine like the light of the moon."

• Prolonged Affliction: Increases the duration of all status effects applied to enemies.

All Mani's Belt of Wisdom Upgrades

Giptumadr's Waist Guard

You unlock Giptumadr's Waist Guard by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, starting from The Word of Fate in Midgard. The official description reads: "An armour so beautiful that is said whoever wears it becomes instantly more likeable and lucky."

• Fortune's Bounty: Hitting enemies with a Runic Attack or Relic has a Luck chance to drop a Healthstone or Ragestone.

All Giptumadr's Waist Guard Upgrades

Waist Guard of Guiding Light

You unlock Waist Guard of Guiding Light during the Favour named Guiding Light. The official description reads: "Armour found scattered across the Lake of Nine. It was crafted from treasures brought to the realm to honour Tyr. Increases the user's Luck."

• Fortune's Strike: Melee Attacks have a Luck chance to critically strike, creating a Damaging Explosion.

All Waist Guard of Guiding Light Upgrades

Dragon Scaled Girdle

You unlock Dragon Scaled Girdle by crafting it at the Huldra Brothers' workshop, after completing For Vanaheim. The official description reads: "Armour crafted from the most valuable parts of dragons, drakes, and dreki. Its creation is truly unique, as no one is known to have slain enough dragons to build it."

• Dragon's Rebuke: Increases all Shield damage, and successful blocks or parries now deal shield damage to nearby enemies.

All Dragon Scaled Girdle Upgrades

Belt of Radiance

You unlock Belt of Radiance by opening a Legendary Chest in Alfheim during Secret of the Sands, shortly after your encountering the Hafgufa. The official description reads: "A beautifully crafted armour found in The Barrens of Alfheim. It shares the radiance of the realm itself."

• Realm Shift: A last-second evade activates Realm Shift, temporarily slowing down surrounding enemies.

All Belt of Radiance Upgrades

Girdle of Undying Pyres

You unlock Girdle of Undying Pyres by completing The Crucible challenges in Muspelheim. The official description reads: "A lightweight but unbelievably sturdy armour that burns with the embers of Muspelheim."

• Momentous Mastery: Increases the gain rate of the Permafrost, Immolation, and Maelstrom skill gauges.

All Girdle of Undying Pyres Upgrades

Waist Guard of Fallen Stars

You unlock Waist Guard of Fallen Stars by throwing special resources into the Wishing Well in Vanaheim. The official description reads: "Armour crafted from the crystals found in the Vanaheim Crater. The blacksmith has worked the material in almost impossible ways to create a truly unique piece."

• Reckless Refresh: Getting hit while using a Runic Attack or Relic will restore a portion of the attack's Cooldown after use.

All Waist Guard of Fallen Stars Upgrades

Hunter's Belt

You unlock Hunter's Belt by defeating dragons and other large creatures in the Crater in Vanaheim. The official description reads: "Armour crafted from the fiercest beasts in the Vanaheim Crater. The armour offers excellent protection while also serving as a trophy to the wearer's great accomplishment."

• Ranged Specialist: Increases the damage of all of Kratos' Ranged Attacks and abilities.

All Hunter's Belt Upgrades

Steinbjorn Waist Guard

You unlock Steinbjorn Waist Guard by defeating sleeping trolls throughout the game and earning Slumber Stones. The official description reads: "Armour crafted from Slumber Stones, it offers excellent protection from sharp blades and blunt objects."

• Stunning Retaliation: Moderate Luck chance to stagger and inflict Stun damage to nearby enemies when damage is taken.

All Steinbjorn Waist Guard

Surtr's Scorched Girdle

You unlock Surtr's Scorched Girdle by completing The Crucible challenges in Muspelheim. The official description reads: "Heavily fortified armour that is said to be worthy of Surtr himself."

• Aggression's Resove: Kratos takes reduced damage and has increased Stagger Resistance during his basic attacks and skills.

All Surtr's Scorched Girdle Upgrades

Fate Breaker Belt

You unlock Fate Breaker Belt during The Realms at War. The official description reads: "Armour for the end times, handcrafted with love by Lunda."

• Raging Fury: Increases the rate at which Rage is gained.

All Fate Breaker Belt Upgrades

Berserker Waist Guard

You unlock Berserker Waist Guard by completing Berserker Gravestones as part of the Favour named Fit for a King. The official description reads: "Armour crafted in the spirit of the Berserker Souls who fought for their king in both life and death."

• Soulless Rebuke: Taking damage, Blocking, and Parrying all have a Moderate Luck chance to cause a Soul Explosion, dealing damage and restoring some Cooldown of the Relic.

All Berserker Waist Guard Upgrades

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