God of War enthusiasts have been engaging in discussions regarding potential new bodies for Mimir, with one standout suggestion involving Baldur. However, the viability of this concept is questionable in light of certain narrative elements.
The God of War series is renowned for its unique portrayal of mythology, incorporating an array of figures from both Greek and Norse mythos. In God of War (2018), Mimir, known for his wisdom in Norse mythology, is introduced as a character. Kratos and Atreus encounter Mimir's severed head and accompany him on their journey. Mimir makes a return in the sequel, God of War Ragnarok, still without a body. Nonetheless, fans are eager for Mimir to acquire a new body, and one idea has captured significant attention.
A Reddit user, SlowReverseBeeping, proposed utilizing Baldur's body for Mimir. They shared an image featuring Mimir's head superimposed on Baldur's body, creating a convincing visual. Some users highlighted the formidable combination of Mimir's intellect with Baldur's strength and invulnerability, while others contributed humorous quotes that Mimir could express if this hypothetical scenario were to materialize.
In Norse mythology, Baldur is primarily associated with light and beauty. However, God of War portrays the Norse god as a cruel and sadistic figure due to an invulnerability spell cast by his mother, Freya. Players confront Baldur multiple times throughout the game, culminating in his demise at the hands of Kratos. Theoretically, his body could be considered for Mimir's use if it were to be recovered.
Although intriguing to contemplate, the probability of Mimir's head being placed on Baldur's body is relatively low. In God of War Ragnarok, Freya becomes an ally to Kratos and Mimir, making it unsuitable for any character to propose using Freya's deceased son's remains for Mimir. Considering Freya's quest for vengeance against Kratos for Baldur's death, it is unlikely that she would want to be confronted with that trauma.
The future of God of War remains uncertain, with Ragnarok concluding as Kratos allows Atreus to embark on his independent adventure. While the next game may focus on Atreus's journey of self-discovery, it is probable that Mimir will continue to feature in future installments, whether as a detached head or in a different form, as long as Kratos remains a central character.