Ragnarok: how to unlock Meal of Comfort?

In God of War Ragnarok, players have the opportunity to unlock a powerful item called the Meal of Comfort, which provides a permanent boost to Kratos' attributes. This meal is the reward for completing a side quest called "Across the Realms Favor", and to unlock it, you’ll need to gather four special ingredients from different realms. Once collected, you'll prepare the dish at the Eternal Campfire in the Lake of Nine, unlocking the Meal of Comfort, which grants a +5 boost to each of Kratos' attributes, totaling a +30 stat increase.

In this updated guide, we'll walk you through the entire process, covering the locations of each ingredient and tips for completing the quest efficiently.

Step 1: Start the "Across the Realms Favor" Quest

To unlock the Meal of Comfort, first ensure you’ve progressed through the main story enough to unlock the Eternal Campfire. This is located in the Lake of Nine in Midgard. Once you reach the campfire, you’ll receive the "Across the Realms Favor" quest, which tasks you with finding four unique ingredients across different realms.

The four ingredients you need to gather are:

1. Nordic Gourd (Midgard)
2. Prongfruit (Svartalfheim)
3. Elven Cap (Alfheim)
4. Bantam Melon (Vanaheim)

Let’s break down where to find each of these ingredients:

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Step 2: Locating the Ingredients

1. Nordic Gourd (Midgard)

• Location: Near the Eternal Campfire
• Where to Find It: The Nordic Gourd is one of the easier ingredients to find. Travel to the Eternal Campfire in the Lake of Nine, then head east out of the area. You’ll soon spot a yellow heart symbol on a rock in the distance. In front of this symbol, you’ll find the Nordic Gourd resting on the ground.  

 

. Prongfruit (Svartalfheim)

• Location: Nidavellir Beach, Svartalfheim
• Where to Find It: Begin by traveling to the Nidavellir Beach Mystic Gateway in Svartalfheim. From there, use the railcar to go up, then head right when you exit the car. Continue along the path until you reach one of the Norn Towers. The Prongfruit is located on the left side of this area. Look carefully, as it’s often tucked into the surroundings. 

3. Elven Cap (Alfheim)

• Location: Forbidden Sands, Alfheim
• Where to Find It: The Elven Cap can be found in the Forbidden Sands area of Alfheim. To get to it, you’ll need to find a hidden area located behind a fallen pillar in the far western part of the Forbidden Sands. This location might require some exploration, but once you find the pillar, the Elven Cap will be waiting there for you.

4. Bantam Melon (Vanaheim)

• Location: Vanaheim Crater (Sinkhole Area)
• Where to Find It: The Bantam Melon is located in the Vanaheim Crater, specifically in the Sinkhole area. To access this, you must have previously completed the Return of the River Favor in the Jungle area. After completing that quest, you’ll be able to use the boat to navigate the crater. Dock the boat near the Celestial Altar and then head northeast along the shore. The Bantam Melon will be waiting for you along the path.

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Step 3: Return to the Eternal Campfire

Once you have collected all four ingredients, return to the Eternal Campfire in the Lake of Nine. There, you’ll be able to add the ingredients to the cooking pot.

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Step 4: Prepare the Meal of Comfort

With the four ingredients in hand, head to the cooking pot at the Eternal Campfire and toss them in. Kratos will prepare the Meal of Comfort, and as a result, you’ll receive the following reward:

• Meal of Comfort: This meal permanently boosts Kratos’ attributes by 5 points each, for a total increase of +30 points to Kratos' health, strength, defense, and other stats.

This is an excellent way to further empower Kratos as you journey through the realms and tackle tougher enemies and challenges in God of War Ragnarok.

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Conclusion

Unlocking the Meal of Comfort is a great way to give Kratos a boost in his stats, and the "Across the Realms Favor" quest provides a fun reason to revisit several realms. By collecting the Nordic Gourd, Prongfruit, Elven Cap, and Bantam Melon from their respective locations, you’ll be able to prepare this delicious meal and enjoy the permanent attribute boosts it provides.

This quest not only rewards you with a useful item but also offers a deeper sense of exploration and discovery as you gather the ingredients from different parts of the world. So, grab your gear, track down those ingredients, and enjoy the benefits of the Meal of Comfort as you continue your journey in God of War Ragnarok.