God of War Ragnarok throws a lot of loot at you. Between relics, armor sets, and all the other valuable collectibles across the Nine Realms, it’s easy to pick something up and have no clue what it’s actually for. Case in point? The Mystical Heirloom.
It sounds interesting, but when you try using it, nothing happens. No power-up, no cutscene but only Kratos standing around looking confused (and maybe you, too). But this little relic is the key to unlocking some hidden mini-bosses in GoW Ragnarok, including a few ancient trolls turned to stone and even a frosty dragon.
Using the Mystical Heirloom in the right places triggers the game’s toughest side fights and if you win, you get one of the best tank armor sets: the Steinbjörn Armor. In this guide, we’ll break down where to find the Mystical Heirloom in God of War Ragnarok, how to use it, and all the trolls or frozen bosses’ locations.
God of War Ragnarok: Where to Find the Mystical Heirloom
First thing to remember, you can’t get the Mystical Heirloom until you have the Draupnir Spear, so if you’re not past the main quest “Forging Destiny”, complete it first to obtain the necessary weapon. With the spear in hand, head to Midgard to The Lake of Nine. Look for a patch of ice wall on the southwest side which is in the northeastern corner of Tyr’s Temple on the map.
You’ll see a glowing crack in the ice wall. Equip the Draupnir Spear, strike the crack with it, and detonate it to blow open a hidden path. Climb up the ledge, walk a few paces forward and you will find the Mystical Heirloom alongside a Lore scroll and a dead body. Pick it up, and it appears in your Relics menu. You can equip it and use it immediately, but it won’t appear to do anything and that’s what we cover in the next section.
How to Use the Mystical Heirloom in God of War Ragnarok
The in-game description of Heirloom says, “Awakens something dormant, deep down inside of the bearer” and provides no exact hints about what it actually does from this text. Mystical Heirloom only works near specific enemies involving a group of ancient Trolls and a secret dragon boss who are all trapped in stone. If you’re not standing close to one of their stone statues, the Relic won’t trigger anything.
To use the Mystical Heirloom, equip it in your Relic slot (same as you would the Hilt of Hofud or Hilt of Skofnung). Walk up to a Troll statue (or the special dragon statue in Svartalfheim — more on that later). Press L1 + Circle when standing close to the statue. Watch as the creature bursts out of stone and instantly starts attacking you triggering combat on the spot.
Each Troll is locked away in different areas across the Nine Realms waiting for a rematch with Kratos. You’ll need to visit Midgard, Alfheim, and Vanaheim to wake them all. You don’t need to do these fights right away. You can come back when you’re loaded up with stronger gear, and in fact, it is recommended unless you want a rough time.
Troll Locations and How to Beat Them
There are four Trolls all frozen in stone in three different locations including Noatun’s Garden in Vanaheim, Derelict Post in Midgard, and Forbidden Sands in Alfheim. Each one is connected to an elemental power, and once awakened, they’ll charge at you. Don’t worry, they are not the most complicated bosses in the game, but they can pack a punch if you’re underprepared. Defeating them will earn you Slumbering Stones required to craft the Steinbjorn Armor set which has excellent defense stats and a Bloodthirst Retaliation perk.
Midgard – The Derelict Outpost
- Boss: Blodugr Steinn
- Element Type: Frost
- Best Weapon: Blades of Chaos to melt the icy health bar quickly.
- Tactic: Dodge the ground slams and swirling frost attacks. They’re very telegraphed and easy to punish if you stay mobile.
- Reward: One Slumber Stone and Poison Protector Enchantment
The first troll is near the Mystical Heirloom at Derelict Outpost, which is linked to the Favor “Sigrun’s Curse.” It’s located in the southwest of the Lake of Nine by going down from Tyr’s Temple. Climb up the tower and approach the troll statue. You can defeat the trolls using the Leviathan axe or the Blades of Chaos.
Alfheim – The Forbidden Sands
- Boss: Bjarg Stormr
- Element Type: Lightning/Storm
- Best Weapon: Either the Draupnir Spear for ranged pokes or your preferred heavy-hitter. No elemental weakness here, just pure damage.
- Tactic: His attacks are slower but wider. Keep your distance, wait for a big telegraph, then go in swinging.
- Reward: Slumber Stone and Stone Idol of Souls Enchantment
The second trolls you can find is in Alfheim in the barren desert of the Forbidden Sands towards the southwest. Alfheim only unlocks after completing the story quest “The Reckoning” and getting the ability to read the Rune Slates. To reach the troll, clear a sandstorm and then approach the troll statue. It’s a large open area with a lot of cranes and is an important location because it is the closest to the Secret of the Sands. Bjarg Stormr’s attack is weaker than that of the other trolls.
Vanaheim – Naotun’s Garden
- Bosses: Golrab of the Ashes and Golrab of the Frost
- Element Types: One is fire (Ashes), the other is frost (Frost).
- Best Weapons: Use your Leviathan Axe for the fire troll and Blades of Chaos for the ice troll. Match fire to ice and vice versa for best effect.
- Tactic: Try to separate them, or focus on beating one Troll first as encountering both at once is chaotic and brutal. Use Runic Attacks with elemental boosts to stagger one early. And don’t be afraid to burn cooldowns, this fight is worth it.
- Reward: Two Slumber Stones and the Momentous Stride Enchantment
Finally, you can travel to Vanaheim, where you will face a duo troll boss in Noatun’s Garden on the eastern side of the River Delta. From the Cliffside Ruins Mystic Gateway, hop in your boat and head toward Noatun’s Garden. You’ll see the two statues near the main structure’s entrance. This is an optional area but contains chests, puzzles, and poisonous scorn poles. If you have to face off against two trolls, there is a real struggle. Not only will they try to blind you, but one is infused with ice while the other with flame, making your weapons useless.
Tip: All Trolls share the same basic moveset: stomps, pillar swings, and slow area attacks. Use high stagger gear and Runic Attacks to interrupt or chain-stun. Consider equipping armor or relics that increases cooldown reduction to get more Runic usage during battle and also get help from resurrection stones.
Hidden Dragon Encounter in Svartalfheim: The Everlasting
So you know about the Trolls and probably have beaten them all as of now, but what if I told you there’s a bonus fight tucked into this Heirloom-related side quest? That’s right, there’s a dragon you can wake up with the Mystical Heirloom as well, and it’s one of the fun surprise encounters in the game.
To encounter this creature, go to Dragon Beach in Svartalfheim. It’s a little more off the beaten path and doesn’t scream “boss fight” at first glance. Look for the large frozen creature statue, stand close and use your Mystical Heirloom like usual.
- Element Type: Ice/Dragon Breath
- Recommended Loadout: Blades of Chaos and Leviathan Axe — keep that elemental balance going.
- Strategy: It flies, swoops, and breathes freezing blasts. Stay mobile and strike after its dive attacks.
- Use your relics smart: If you’ve unlocked the Hilt of Hofud, slowing time can give you a big advantage to line up Runic combos.
- Reward: 3 Dragon Claws, the Jotunheim’s Force Amulet Enchantment, 40 Bonded Leather, 75 God of War Ragnarok Shattered Runes, and 50,000 Hacksilver
Dragon Scaled Armor Set is less tanky than Steinbjörn, but it rewards good parries and high-skill defensive play.
- Read more: How to Beat Dreki in God of War Ragnarok
Slumber Stones → Steinbjörn Armor Set
Every Troll drops an item called a Slumber Stone. Once you have collected all four (one from each Troll or group), you’ll be able to craft the full Steinbjörn Armor Set, arguably the most defensive gear in the game.
Here’s what each piece gives you:
- Steinbjörn Plackart (Chest Armor)
– Effect: After Kratos takes heavy damage, attacks will restore a portion of that lost health for a limited time.
– Why it’s good: It turns pain into power as you become a rage-powered tank that heals by fighting back. - Steinbjörn Gauntlets & Waist Guard (Wrist & Belt)
– Effect: Moderate Luck chance to stun and stagger nearby enemies when taking damage.
– Why it’s good: Great for crowd control and pushing back when you’re surrounded, especially in harder fights with multiple enemies.
In a nutshell, this set is designed for players who aren’t afraid to take a few hits and want to punish enemies for daring to touch Kratos. It’s ideal for boss fights, endgame content, and aggressive playstyles that live in the thick of battle.
