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Laufey's Plan Theory

A fan theory page about the plans Laufey made for Kratos and Atreus before God of War Laufey.

Updated September 12, 2026

Theory summary

Laufey's plans may involve more than sending Kratos and Atreus on the journey of God of War 2018. God of War Laufey suggests those plans are still active, vulnerable, and connected to the Everywhen.

Confidence label

Likely story thread, details unknown.

Official material confirms that Laufey's plans for Kratos and Atreus are at risk. It does not yet explain what those plans fully include.

Confirmed facts

  • Laufey made plans to protect Kratos and Atreus.
  • Those plans become threatened after her death.
  • Laufey wakes in the Everywhen.
  • The flow of magic in the Everywhen has been disrupted.

Possible interpretations

Laufey's plan could involve prophecy, Atreus' identity, Kratos' survival, hidden Jotnar knowledge, the Leviathan Axe, or events that only make sense from the afterlife of the gods.

The Everywhen may be the place where the hidden cost or missing piece of that plan becomes visible.

Counterpoints

The plan may be simpler than fans expect. It could refer mainly to protecting the emotional and physical journey of Kratos and Atreus rather than a large cosmic scheme.

Sources

Laufey's Plan Theory