God of War Ragnarok: All Wrist Armour Locations and Upgrades

Looking for all Wrist Armour locations and upgrades in God of War Ragnarok? Wrist 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 Wrist 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 Wrist Armour Locations and Upgrades

Below is a list of all Wrist 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.

Wraps of Survival

You unlock Wraps 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 Wraps of Survival Upgrades

Fortified Husk Arm Guards

You unlock Fortified Husk Arm Guards 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 Arm Guards Upgrades

Vidar's Bracers of Might

You unlock Vidar's Bracers 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 Bracers of Might Upgrades

Nidavellir's Finest Arm Guards

You unlock Nidavellir's Finest Arm Guards 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 Arm Guards Upgrades

Bracers of Enlightenment

You unlock Bracers 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 Bracers of Enlightenment Upgrades

Sol's Wraps of Courage

You unlock Sol's Wraps 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 Wraps of Courage Upgrades

Bracers of Raven Tears

You unlock Bracers of Raven Tears by opening Legendary Chest #2 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 Bracers of Raven Tears Upgrades

Spiritual Wraps

You unlock Spiritual Wraps 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 Wraps Upgrades

Lunda's Lost Bracers

You unlock Lunda's Lost Bracers 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 Bracers Upgrades

Mani's Bracers of Wisdom

You unlock Mani's Pauldron 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 Bracers of Wisdom Upgrades

Giptumadr's Gauntlets

You unlock Giptumadr's Gauntlets 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 Gauntlets Upgrades

Gauntlets of Guiding Light

You unlock Gauntlets 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 Luck chance to critically strike, creating a Damaging Explosion.

All Gauntlets of Guiding Light Upgrades

Dragon Scaled Bracers

You unlock Dragon Scaled Breastplate 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 Bracers Upgrades

Gauntlets of Radiance

You unlock Gauntlets of Radiance by opening Legendary Chest #5 in Alfheim. 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 Gauntlets of Radiance Upgrades

Bracers of Undying Pyres

You unlock Bracers 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 Bracers of Undying Pyres Upgrades

Bracers of Fallen Stars

You unlock Bracers 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 Bracers of Fallen Stars Upgrades

Hunter's Gauntlets

You unlock Hunter's Gauntlets 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 Gauntlets Upgrades

Steinbjorn Gauntlets

You unlock Steinbjorn Gauntlets 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 Gauntlets Upgrades

Surtr's Scorched Arm

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

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

All Surtr's Scorched Arm Upgrades

Fate Breaker Wraps

You unlock Fate Breaker Wraps 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 Wraps Upgrades

Berserker Gauntlets

You unlock Berserker Gauntlets 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 Assault: Low Luck chance for successful hits to cause a Soul Explosion, dealing damage and restoring some Cooldown of the Relic.

All Berserker Gauntlets Upgrades

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