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Faye (Laufey) — The Complete Character Guide
Updated 2026-06-03
Faye (Laufey) is one of the most important off-screen characters in video game history. She's the emotional anchor of the modern God of War series, and now she's getting her own game. Here's the complete guide to who she is.
Character Profile
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Laufey (goes by Faye) |
| Race | Jötunn (Giant) |
| Home Realm | Jötunheim (later Midgard) |
| Family | Kratos (husband), Atreus / Loki (son) |
| Weapon | Giant War Spear |
| Voice Actor | Deborah Ann Woll |
| First Appearance | God of War (2018) — mentioned |
| Playable Debut | God of War Laufey (upcoming) |
Key Traits and Abilities
- Giant strength and durability — she carved her way through realms
- Prophecy knowledge — she could see the future through giant seidr magic
- Master survivalist — she lived off the land across three mythological worlds
- Spear combat — precise, fast, and long-ranged compared to Kratos' heavy style
- Elemental magic — tied to each mythology she visits (ice, sand, fire)
In Norse mythology, Laufey is Loki's mother. The God of War series keeps this connection — Atreus is Loki, and Faye is Laufey. It's one of the few details the games take directly from the original myths.
FAQ
- Is Faye a playable character in previous God of War games?
- No. Faye has never been playable before. God of War Laufey is her first time as the main playable protagonist.
- What weapon does Faye use?
- In the God of War Laufey trailer, she's shown wielding a long spear — a giant's war spear. This is different from Kratos' Leviathan Axe or Blades of Chaos.