{"title":"Leviathan Axe Replicas: Handmade Kratos Axes","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLeviathan Axe\u003c\/strong\u003e is the frost axe Kratos carries through \u003cem\u003eGod of War\u003c\/em\u003e (2018) and \u003cem\u003eGod of War Ragnarök\u003c\/em\u003e, and every axe on this page is a handmade tribute to it. Three are 40 in (101.6 cm) axes with a 13 in blade and a head hardened to 58–60 HRC: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leviathan-axe-40-in-engraved-high-carbon-steel\"\u003eengraved Leviathan axe\u003c\/a\u003e with its hooked back spike, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kratos-leviathan-axe-gold-tone-rune-etching\"\u003egold-tone Kratos Leviathan axe\u003c\/a\u003e with a knotwork band along the edge, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kratos-axe-hand-forged-carbon-steel-blue-rune-engraving\"\u003eblue-rune Kratos axe\u003c\/a\u003e with a carved animal-head pommel. Each of the three ships with a leather sheath. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/axe-of-kratos-god-of-war-with-wooden-runic-box\"\u003e4 kg Leviathan axe\u003c\/a\u003e is the largest: a hand-forged carbon-steel head on a 910 mm (35.8 in) leather-wrapped handle, about 4 kg (8.8 lb), with a leather cover and a wooden runic box as an option. Prices run from $249 to $749 with the box, and because every axe is finished by hand, the engraving and carving vary slightly from piece to piece. Looking for the weapons the Norse actually carried? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"axe-of-kratos-god-of-war-with-wooden-runic-box","title":"Leviathan Axe – 2-Handed Hand-Forged Kratos Axe (God of War)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Leviathan Axe is a two-handed, hand-forged carbon-steel axe inspired by Kratos's axe in God of War, a heavy, ~4 kg statement piece on a 91 cm leather-wrapped handle.\u003c\/strong\u003e It ships with a free leather cover and, per customs rules, arrives unsharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLeviathan axe: build \u0026amp; materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e forged carbon steel, a two-bladed profile (250 mm main blade + 100 mm secondary).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e custom wooden handle with leather wraps, 910 mm (35.8\") long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade-to-blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 mm (11.81\"); \u003cstrong\u003eweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4.0 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather cover included\u003c\/strong\u003e; wooden runic box and engraving optional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShips unsharpened\u003c\/strong\u003e; hand-made, no CNC or pre-cut blanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModelled on the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leviathan-axe\"\u003eLeviathan Axe\u003c\/a\u003e wielded by Kratos, this is a fan tribute for collectors, cosplayers and LARP rather than an official licensed replica. Every one is forged and finished by hand, so no two are identical, a genuine centrepiece, and one of the picks in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Leviathan axe sharp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it ships unsharpened to meet customs requirements. It is a hand-forged carbon-steel display, cosplay and LARP piece rather than a working edged tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big and heavy is the Leviathan axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a two-handed axe: 910 mm (35.8\") long overall with a 300 mm (11.81\") blade-to-blade head, weighing about 4.0 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Leviathan axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is forged carbon steel and the handle is wood with leather wraps. Every step is done by hand, no CNC, waterjet or pre-cut blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an official God of War product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an unofficial fan tribute inspired by Kratos's Leviathan Axe, hand-forged by us, not a licensed replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it come with anything?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a free leather cover is included. A wooden runic box and custom engraving are available as options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee the full range of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viking-axes\"\u003eViking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancientsmithy.com","offers":[{"title":"Without Box","offer_id":39393618329685,"sku":"Kratos-gold-1","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Box","offer_id":39393618362453,"sku":"Kratos-gold-1+box","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/hand-forged-leviathan-axe-with-leather-wrapancientsmithyancientsmithy-9889211.jpg?v=1759877468"},{"product_id":"leviathan-axe-40-in-engraved-high-carbon-steel","title":"Leviathan Axe – 40 in Engraved High-Carbon Steel Axe with Sheath","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Leviathan Axe is a handmade two-handed axe, 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with an engraved high-carbon steel head hardened to 58–60 HRC on a carved wooden handle.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is modelled on the axe Kratos carries in God of War, and a leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 40 in (101.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 13 in (33 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edge: 11 in (28 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: high-carbon steel, engraved on the blade face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 58–60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: carved wood with studded detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape follows the Leviathan Axe from the game: a broad bearded blade, a hooked back spike, an engraved langet running down the haft and a long curved handle that ends in a carved hook. This is a fan tribute for collectors, cosplay and display, not an official licensed replica. See the other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leviathan-axe\"\u003eKratos axes\u003c\/a\u003e in our Leviathan axe collection, the rest of the range in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engraved-viking-axes\"\u003eEngraved Viking Axes\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare it with the picks in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-carbon steel is not stainless. Keep the head clean and dry, and treat it with a light coat of oil or wax after every use and before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach axe is made by hand, so the engraving and the carving vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big is the Leviathan Axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a 13 in (33 cm) blade and an 11 in (28 cm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Leviathan Axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is engraved high-carbon steel hardened to 58–60 HRC, and the handle is carved wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an official God of War product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an unofficial fan tribute inspired by the Leviathan Axe that Kratos carries in God of War, not a licensed replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the axe come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I care for the axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the head clean and dry, and treat it with a light coat of oil or wax after every use, because high-carbon steel is not stainless.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingsBrand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43030945464405,"sku":"leviathan-axe-40","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/leviathan-axe-engraved-carbon-steel-with-leather-sheath.png?v=1790019898"},{"product_id":"kratos-axe-hand-forged-carbon-steel-blue-rune-engraving","title":"Kratos Axe – Hand-Forged Carbon Steel, Blue Rune Engraving, 40 in","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Kratos Axe is a hand-forged carbon steel axe, 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a blue rune-style engraving on the blade and a wooden handle that ends in a carved animal head.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is modelled on the axe Kratos carries in God of War, and a leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 40 in (101.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 13 in (33 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edge: 11 in (28 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: hand-forged carbon steel, engraved and filled in blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 58–60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: wood with a carved pommel and a black wrapped grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design follows the axe from the game: a broad bearded blade, a flared back blade, a riveted steel langet down the haft and a branching pattern of rune-style symbols picked out in blue. The symbols are decorative and follow the game design, so we do not sell them as a translated inscription. This is a fan tribute for collectors, cosplay and display, not an official licensed replica. See the other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leviathan-axe\"\u003eKratos axes\u003c\/a\u003e in our Leviathan axe collection, the rest of the range in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engraved-viking-axes\"\u003eEngraved Viking Axes\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare it with the picks in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbon steel is not stainless. Keep the head clean and dry, and treat it with a light coat of oil or wax after every use and before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach axe is made by hand, so the engraving and the carving vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big is this Kratos axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a 13 in (33 cm) blade and an 11 in (28 cm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is hand-forged carbon steel hardened to 58–60 HRC, and the handle is wood with a carved pommel and a black wrapped grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the blue symbols on the blade mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are decorative rune-style symbols that follow the design of the axe in God of War. They are not a translated inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an official God of War product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an unofficial fan tribute inspired by the axe Kratos carries in God of War, not a licensed replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the axe come with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingsBrand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43030971449429,"sku":"kratos-axe-blue-rune-40","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/kratos-axe-blue-rune-engraved-carbon-steel.png?v=1790020124"},{"product_id":"kratos-leviathan-axe-gold-tone-rune-etching","title":"Kratos Leviathan Axe – 40 in Carbon Steel, Gold-Tone Rune Etching","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Kratos Leviathan Axe is a handmade two-handed axe, 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a high-carbon steel head hardened to 58–60 HRC and etched in black and gold tone.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is modelled on the axe Kratos carries in God of War, and a leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 40 in (101.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade length: 13 in (33 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting edge: 11 in (28 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead: high-carbon steel with a gold-tone knotwork band along the edge and black rune-style etching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 58–60 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: carved wood with studded detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: leather sheath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInspired by God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape follows the Leviathan Axe from the game: a broad bearded blade, a flared back blade, an engraved langet with blue inlays and a long curved handle that ends in a carved hook. The rune-style marks on the blade are decorative and follow the game design, so we do not sell them as a translated inscription. This is a fan tribute for collectors, cosplay and display, not an official licensed replica. See the other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/leviathan-axe\"\u003eKratos axes\u003c\/a\u003e in our Leviathan axe collection, the rest of the range in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/engraved-viking-axes\"\u003eEngraved Viking Axes\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare it with the picks in our guide to the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/norse-news\/best-viking-axes\"\u003ebest Viking axes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-carbon steel is not stainless. Keep the head clean and dry, and treat it with a light coat of oil or wax after every use and before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach axe is made by hand, so the etching and the carving vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big is this Leviathan axe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 40 in (101.6 cm) overall, with a 13 in (33 cm) blade and an 11 in (28 cm) cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the axe made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is high-carbon steel hardened to 58–60 HRC, etched in black and gold tone, and the handle is carved wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do the runes on the blade mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are decorative rune-style marks that follow the design of the axe in God of War. 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A leather sheath is included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VikingsBrand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43030978297941,"sku":"kratos-leviathan-axe-gold-rune-40","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/files\/kratos-leviathan-axe-gold-tone-rune-etched-with-sheath.png?v=1790020640"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/2234\/collections\/leviathan-axe-engraved-carbon-steel-with-leather-sheath.png?v=1794417758","url":"https:\/\/vikingsbrand.co\/collections\/leviathan-axe.oembed","provider":"VikingsBrand™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}