{"product_id":"blade-of-artemis-god-of-war-kratos","title":"Blade of Artemis – God of War Kratos Replica in High Carbon Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Blade of Artemis is a handmade replica of the giant blade Kratos wields in the original God of War. It has a 26\" high carbon steel blade with a sweeping crescent curve, a leather-wrapped grip and a 32\" overall length. Its hammered, textured flats contrast with a bright polished edge. The piece arrives sharp and comes with a leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Goddess's Blade in God of War\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn God of War, released for PlayStation 2 in 2005, Kratos receives the Blade of Artemis as he enters Pandora's Temple, the vast structure chained to the back of the Titan Cronos. The goddess of the hunt offers him her own blade, telling him she once used it to slay a Titan. From then on he can switch between it and the Blades of Chaos for the rest of the adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two are easy to tell apart. The Blades of Chaos are a pair of chained blades, while the Blade of Artemis is a single massive blade, slower and heavier, with a huge curved edge. It doesn't return in God of War II, which makes it a distinctive piece from Kratos's first journey. For more pieces from the games, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/gaming-knives-replica\"\u003evideo game knife replicas\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBlade, Guard and Grip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 26\" blade widens from the guard into a broad crescent that curves up to a long, sharp point. A deep hooked notch is cut into its back, giving the Blade of Artemis its unmistakable profile. Both flats carry a hammered, pitted texture with a darkened finish, set off by a wide polished bevel along the cutting edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crossguard sweeps out into curved, hooked tips. The 6\" grip is tightly wrapped in black leather, and the handle ends in a rounded steel pommel that balances the long blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCaring for High Carbon Steel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh carbon steel holds a keen edge but can rust if left damp, and the textured flats can hold moisture. Wipe the blade dry after handling, apply a thin coat of oil regularly, and keep the leather grip dry. For long-term display, store the piece outside its sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor more statement pieces, explore our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/collections\/collectible-knives\"\u003ecollectible knives\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unique Blades Runner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67895143891122,"sku":null,"price":533.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/3109\/9570\/files\/Blade_of_Artemis_God_of_War_replica_with_curved_hammered_high_carbon_steel_blade.jpg?v=1793858387","url":"https:\/\/www.uniquebladesrunner.store\/en-gb\/products\/blade-of-artemis-god-of-war-kratos","provider":"Unique Blades Runner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}