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105+ God of War Tattoo Ideas to Honor Your Favorite Videogame!

by Sherri Owens

From symbols and characters to weapons, there are a lot of God of War tattoos for you to choose from.

Although I am not much of a gamer, I have become invested in the God of War series as so many of my clients love it. And, as I ink their God of War tattoo designs, they tell me all about their passion for the game. So, these have become some of my favorite designs to do.

In this post, I will share the top God of War tattoo ideas with you so that you can decide which design is the perfect one for you!

The Best God of War Tattoo Designs

Here are the top God of War tattoo concepts that you should check out for yourself:

God of War Symbol Tattoos

Are you looking for a simple God of War tattoo? Or maybe you would like a smaller God of War tattoo design so that you can place it in a more discreet location.

God of War Logo Upper Arm Tattoo

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It could also be possible that though you want a God of War tattoo, you may not want to make it too obvious what your God of War tattoo means.

In this case, you may want to think about just getting the symbol of the video games as a God of War tattoo.

The Eye of Kratos Arm Tattoo

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God of War Black Leg Tattoo

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Now, for this kind of God of War tattoo, you do have to think of the version that you want to go with. The symbol has always been the Omega symbol. However, as the God of War game switched locations, the symbol began to include Norse symbols as well.

Norse Symbols God of War Arm Tattoo

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So, it is up to you to decide which of these tattoo designs you want to choose from for your God of War tattoo. You can check out the God of War tattoos from this lineup to determine the right fit for you.

Black God of War Symbol Arm Tattoo

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God of War Ragnarok Symbol Arm Tattoo

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Black Norse Rune Logo Upper Arm Tattoo

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Kratos and Atreus Upper Arm Tattoo

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Simple God of War Symbol Upper Arm Tattoo

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Red Omega Arm Tattoo

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Mix of Ragnarok and God of War Omega Symbol Arm Tattoo

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Coin Inside the Red Omega Symbol Tattoo

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Omega with Norse Symbols Arm Tattoo

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Fine Black God of War Symbol Arm Tattoo

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Fine Black God of War Symbol Arm Tattoo

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Kratos Tattoos

If you are considering Kratos tattoo designs, then this is certainly not very surprising. After all, he is the main character of God of War and the one who you follow along on his many treacherous adventures.

Kratos Eye Leg Tattoo

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There is also no denying that the Spartan warrior is a very intriguing character. He is so much more than a video game protagonist. Instead, he has a fully developed back story which is one of the reasons that he is such a compelling person to follow. This makes Kratos's tattoos of all the God of War tattoo concepts all the more interesting.

Side View Kratos Holding Leviathan Axe Upper Arm Tattoo

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Kratos and Ratatoskr Realistic Leg Tattoo

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When it comes to a Kratos tattoo design, there are a few different options available to you. For instance, you can make Kratos look like he does in the game. Or, your Kratos tattoo can be of what the character may look like if he were a real person.

If you would like to get a more complex Kratos God of War tattoo, though, you should work with a talented tattoo artist.

Kratos Epic Boss Fight Back Piece Tattoo

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Berserk Kratos Leg Tattoo

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Of course, there are lots of ways for you to get creative here and you can portray Kratos in your God of War tattoo in any way that you want!

If you are familiar with the gameplay, then you know that Kratos has a red tattoo mark going down his face. In case you are wondering what kind of tattoo Kratos has, then you should be aware that this is a homage to his brother. So, this is a detail that you may want to include in Kratos tattoos.

Kratos Glowing Eye and Red Mark Tattoo

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Kratos Head with Red Mark Arm Tattoo

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Flaming Kratos with Red Mark on his Head Upper Arm Tattoo

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Red Visuals Kratos Upper Arm Tattoo

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Magical Kratos Upper Arm Tattoo

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Graphic God of War Arm Tattoo

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Kratos with Chain Arm Tattoo

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Black And Grey Kratos Arm Tattoo

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Black Ink Realistic Kratos Leg Tattoo

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Line Work Warrior Kratos Chest Tattoo

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Realistic Half Kratos Arm Tattoo

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Blades of Chaos Tattoos

As a fan of the God of War series, you are no stranger to the Blades of Chaos. On the surface, this is a really cool weapon - after all, it was forged in the depths of Hades. The Blades of Chaos are also extremely capable weapons, claiming quite a few victims.

Omega Symbol and Blades of Chaos Rib Tattoo

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Blades of Chaos Calf Tattoo

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There is a bit more to this weapon, though. The Blades of Chaos are a physical representation of Kratos's allegiance to Ares, the God of War, as well as other gods and goddesses of Greek Mythology. They are also considered a form of punishment. This is even more evident by the fact that the weapon is attached to his very skin.

Blades of Chaos and Kratos Leg Tattoo

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Glowing Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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To a certain degree, the Blades of Chaos are also a representation of Kratos's former, bloody life. There was a period of time when he served Ares without question and caused a great deal of destruction as a result.

Of course, for God of War fans, this kind of God of War tattoo is another way to get a really cool tattoo that is linked to their favorite video game.

Crossed Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Omega Symbol in the Middle of Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Mini Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Black and Grey Blades of Chaos Rib Tattoo

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Detailed Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Kratos in Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Blades of Chaos Kratos Head Arm Tattoo

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Black And Grey Blades of Chaos Thigh Tattoo

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Chained Blades of Chaos Leg Tattoo

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Fine Line Blades of Chaos Arm Tattoo

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Kratos Weapons Tattoos

Now, the Blades of Chaos may be the best-known weapons, practically a symbol of the protagonist and his intentions. However, as Kratos goes on more adventures, he eventually accumulates a greater number of weapons. So, if you are looking for different God of War ink ideas, this is certainly something to consider.

Blades of Chaos and Leviathan Axe Arm Tattoo

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Colored Blades of Chaos and Leviathan Axe Upper Arm Tattoo

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There is also the Blade of Artemis. This weapon is slower than the Blades of Chaos but it can also do more damage when wielded.

Of course, as the God of War franchise continues, you also have God of War II, God of War III, God of War (2018), and God of War Ragnarok. After a while, Kratos leaves Greece behind and heads toward Midgard. This is where the video game begins to delve into Norse mythology.

Leviathan Axe Arm Tattoo

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Norse Mythology Weapons Leg Tattoo

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It is also where Kratos gets his hands on the Leviathan axe. This is a one-handed frost axe that can be thrown and then recalled by Kratos.

In short, if you want Kratos's weapons as a God of War tattoo, there are plenty of ideas for you to choose from, including the Leviathan axe.

Leviathan Frost Axe Arm Tattoo

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Realistic Kratos Weapons Arm Tattoo

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Colored Kratos Weapons Arm Tattoo

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Long Leviathan Axe Arm Tattoo

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Magical Weapon in Norse Mythology Thigh Tattoo

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Weapons in Norse Mythology Upper Arm Tattoo

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One-Handed Frost Axe Arm Tattoo

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Atreus Tattoos

Are you a fan of the God of War Ragnarok series? If so, you may want to think about getting a God of War tattoo in the form of Atreus.

Colored Realistic Atreus Leg Tattoo

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An Atreus God of War tattoo is also a way to show the continuation of the series even after Kratos is done with the events in Greece and the characters linked to Greek mythology.

Atreus Archery Leg Tattoo

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You also have to admit that this kind of God of War tattoo also depicts a pretty interesting storyline. This is because as fans learn, Atreus isn't just the son of Kratos and Faye. Thanks to his mother and father's unique bloodlines, the boy is also part giant, part God, and part human.

Black and Grey Son of Kratos Leg Tattoo

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Eventually, he is also revealed as Loki, the Norse God of mischief. In any case, there are lots of different ways for you to get a really cool God of War tattoo here.

Portrait Atreus Leg Tattoo

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Black and Grey Loki Laufeyson Arm Tattoo

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Black and Grey Loki With Glowing Eye Leg Tattoo

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Loki Walking With a Bow Arm Tattoo

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Loki Arrowing Leg Tattoo

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Colored Side View Loki Thigh Tattoo

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Atreus and Kratos Tattoos

I have to say that this is one of my favorite God of War tattoo designs. This is because there is so much more to this God of War tattoo than meets the eye.

Wild Bear, Kratos, Atreus and Dog Arm Tattoo

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On the surface, this God of War tattoo seems to depict Kratos and his son Atreus. If you look a little deeper at this God of War tattoo, though, you can also see that it is a good depiction of the past and the present versions of Kratos.

Drawing Kratos and Atreus Leg Tattoo

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This is because Atreus is young, undisciplined, and largely fueled by emotion much like Kratos once was. However, the Kratos that you see now in this God of War tattoo has matured considerably. He has learned from his past actions and experiences and is wiser for it.

Black and Grey Kratos and Arteus Upper Arm Tattoo

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Black Work Atreus and Kratos Leg Tattoo

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Kratos and Arteus Fighting the Valkyries Thigh Tattoo

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Realism Atreus and Kratos Full Sleeve Arm Tattoo

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Zeus, Kratos, and Arteus Arm Tattoo

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Sketched God of War Thigh Tattoo

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Broken Piece Face of Kratos and Arteus Leg Tattoo

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Colored Atreus and Kratos with Snake Tattoo

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Cartoon Version God of War Arm Tattoo

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Realistic God Of War Arm Tattoo

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Kratos and His Child Arteus Leg Tattoo

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Realistic God of War Artwork Leg Tattoo

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Mimir Tattoos

If you would like to do something a little different with your God of War tattoo, then you can consider Mimir body art.

Detailed Mimir Head Leg Tattoo

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Glaring Mimir Arm Tattoo

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Although this character is only introduced later in the God of War game series, he becomes an important element pretty quickly. This is why the idea of this kind of God of War tattoo may appeal to you.

Illustrative Mimir Leg Tattoo

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This is because Mimir is considered one of the most - if not the most - intelligent characters in the game. As such, he guides Atreus and Kratos on their journey.

Colored Mimir Head Leg Tattoo

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In general, though, Mimir can work well as a God of War tattoo simply because he reminds you of the importance of intelligence.

Check out these God of War tattoos based on this character:

Black and Grey Realistic Mimir Head Leg Tattoo

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Mimir Tied Up Thigh Tattoo

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 Mimir With Smoke Eye Effect Arm Tattoo

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Mimir With Glowing Left Eye Thigh Tattoo

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Leaves Wrapped Around Mimir Upper Arm Tattoo

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Black and Grey Mimir Head Upper Arm Tattoo

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Gold Eye Mimir With Black Horns Thigh Tattoo

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Fine Grey Mimir Leg Tattoo

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Colored Mimir Side Profile Leg Tattoo

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Look Up Mimir Upper Arm Tattoo

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God of War Valkyrie Tattoos

If you are looking for a really cool God of War tattoo, then it doesn't get any cooler than a Valkyrie God of War tattoo!

Small Head of Valkyrie Arm Tattoo

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For one thing, the Valkyrie in the God of War game are so well-designed. So, you get a really aesthetic God of War tattoo as a result.

The other thing is that the Valkyrie are some pretty awesome characters. The Valkyrie have incredible powers and their job is to take fallen soldiers from the battlefield to Valhalla.

Golden Valkyrie Leg Tattoo

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Valkyrie Face Arm Tattoo

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However, in the game, the Valkyrie are cursed by Odin and have to stay in their physical form which can drive them to madness. So, Kratos and Atreus help them break this curse.

Black and Grey Detailed Valkyrie Leg Tattoo

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There are some Valkyrie that choose to voluntarily serve Odin, though, and they are considered some of the antagonists of the game.

Valkyrie Lifting a Sword Arm Tattoo

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Colored Detailed Valkyrie Upper Arm Tattoo

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Portrait of Valkyrie Upper Arm Tattoo

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Colored Flying Valkyrie Hip Tattoo

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Black Work Valkyrie Arm Tattoo

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Crossed Arm Valkyrie Arm Tattoo

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Valkyrie Long Horns Thigh Tattoo

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Flaming Eye Valkyrie Leg Tattoo

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Colored Circle Valkyrie with Chains Thigh Tattoo

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Does the Tattoo on God of War Mean?

The red tattoo on Kratos is meant to be a replica of the birthmark that Kratos, brother Deimos had. It is meant to remind Kratos of family and help him to be a better version of himself.

2. What Does Atreus Tattoos Say?

Despite being a child, Atreus does have several tattoos.

So, you may have wondered:

What does Atreus's finger tattoo mean? And the one on his neck and right arm? Well, these tattoo designs appear to be related to his physical prowess and his skill with a bow and arrow. In short, they are symbols of how he hopes to improve his capabilities in these areas.

There you go - here are the top God of War tattoo concepts that you should check out for yourself! With so many to choose from, you should have no trouble finding the right option for you!

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