Stalker

Stalker
Creature	Centaur-like, humanoid
Games	God of War: Ragnarök
Stats	Active

Stalkers are enemies found in Midgard and Vanaheim in God of War Ragnarök.

They appeared to be a centaur-like hybrid creature with antlers (half-human, half-deer). They are strong as well as fast thanks to their deer half, with their primary method of attack being at range with their bow, however they are no slouch in close combat either. As such, they should be treated as minibosses.

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What is the primary method of attack for the Stalker in God of War Ragnarok?

In God of War Ragnarok, the Stalker, a hybrid creature akin to a centaur, primarily employs a bow and arrow for ranged combat. They are also adept at close-quarters combat, utilizing spears and harpoons when necessary. Due to their strength and versatility, they are classified as minibosses within the game.

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How does the Stalker's physical appearance in God of War Ragnarok resemble a centaur?

In God of War Ragnarok, the Stalker is a hybrid creature, resembling a centaur with human and deer characteristics, including antlers. They exhibit strength and speed, primarily attacking from a distance with a bow, but also proficient in close combat. Their design might draw inspiration from Elgfróði, a Nordic mythological figure who is a half-man/half-elk, considered the Norse equivalent of a centaur.

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What makes the Stalker a formidable enemy in God of War Ragnarok?

In God of War Ragnarok, Stalkers are formidable adversaries due to their hybrid nature, combining human and deer traits. Their strength and speed, coupled with their proficiency in ranged and melee combat, make them challenging opponents. They wield bows, spears, or harpoons, adding to their threat level. These enemies, akin to minibosses, include notable figures like The Huntress.

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Are Stalkers based on any existing creatures from Norse mythology in God of War Ragnarok?

In God of War Ragnarok, Stalkers are centaur-like creatures, a hybrid of human and deer, found in Midgard and Vanaheim. They resemble the Norse character Elgfróði, a half-human, half-elk entity. Their strength, speed, and proficiency in ranged and close combat make them formidable adversaries, comparable to minibosses.

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How should players approach a Stalker in God of War Ragnarok?

In God of War Ragnarok, Stalkers are formidable, centaur-like adversaries located in Midgard and Vanaheim. They exhibit strength and speed, using their bow for ranged attacks and demonstrating proficiency in melee combat. Players should treat them like minibosses, keeping a medium distance to dodge both their ranged and melee attacks, and seize opportunities for counter-attacks.

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Description

“	Stalker huntresses are worshipers of Skaði, a legendary Giantess renowned for her hunting expertise. They're usually a peaceful group, wanting nothing more than to find their next challenge. It appears recent times have made some of them far more aggressive and ruthless. It can't be said if it's completely Fimbulwinter's fault. As with much of the pain in these realms, I suspect Odin's tampering with the natural order has something to do with it.	”
–Codex entry

Norse Mythology

The Stalkers don't appear to be existing creatures from Norse myth, although they do closely resemble the legendary character Elgfróði, who was half-human and half-elk.

Combat

Stalker Codex Sketch

Stalkers require a careful approach in order to bring them down efficiently. Being aware of their arsenal is key: when they back off, they're preparing a barrage of arrows, which will need to be blocked, parried, or dodged until you can get in close again.

In close quarters, Stalkers will usually try to gallop away, but can also rear up onto their hind legs before kicking or stomping with their front. All of their leg attacks can be parried to generate a lot of stun, but they do come out fast, so you'll have to be on your toes.

One thing to note is that Stalkers can actually kick with their hind legs as well, so try not to get caught directly behind one. Even though it can be parried, this attack is incredibly quick and very hard to see coming.

Stalkers have horns that glow when they're at a distance. If you can hit the horns with a ranged attack, it'll knock the Stalker down for a few seconds, opening them up to follow up attacks.

Powers and Abilities

Hybrid Physiology: Being half-human and half-deer, the stalkers have a physiology stronger than that of an ordinary human, being faster, more agile, stronger and more resistant than any creature.

Abilities

Master Archer: Most stalkers use bows and arrows to fight, they are quite feared and respected for their bow skills.

Polearmsmanship: Although most of the stalkers use the bow, some have been able to master the use of the spear to perfection, being able to use them in such an impeccable way that even Kratos respects them.

Weapons

Bows and Arrows: Most stalkers use the bow and arrows as their primary weapon.

Spears: Some stalkers use spears as their primary weapon.

Harpoons: the stalkers have a kind of harpoon which they use to grab their prey and drag.

Known Stalkers

• The Huntress
• The Untamed Fury

Trivia

• They are called Stagtaurs in The Art of God of War Ragnarök.
• Stalkers are now equivalent of Centaurs, as they're strong brute force and formidable but difference is Stalkers have elemental bow instead of mace or spear.
• It is possible that the Stalkers are based on the scrapped idea of female centaurs in God of War III, however this has yet to be confirmed or denied. As of recent DLC, the concept female centaurs are now appeared and reused the same animation of Stalker but different attacks.
• They might also be based on Elgfróði, the half-man/half-elk brother of a Nordic hero. His name is also used to describe creatures similar to him and is seen as the Norse equivalent of a centaur.

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