As soon as you take the path towards The Barrens, a glowing scroll is sure to catch your eye. This is the Vulture’s Gold Treasure Map - the first of its kind that you’ve seen in God of War Ragnarok. You only clues are what looks like an image of a giant skull submerged in sand and the poem: “In search of peace, the beast finds only war. Its last breath of life atop the sands. Its last meal of gold beneath the bones.” Here’s how to make sense of the treasure map and find your way to the Vulture’s Gold!
What is the Vulture’s Gold Treasure Map in God of War Ragnarok?
Treasure Maps in God of War Ragnarok are collections of written and visual clues which lead to a cache of useful items somewhere across the Nine Realms. Most of the time the treasure is in the same realm as the treasure map, but not always. Thankfully, the Vulture’s Gold isn’t that far from where you found it. But it definitely takes some exploring to find it.
Where is the Vulture’s Gold Treasure in God of War Ragnarok?
To claim the treasure: Your reward for partaking in this quick diversion is 10 Shattered Rune, some Stonewood, Dwarven Steel and Honed Metal. A good haul for upgrading your equipment! While you’re in this area, grapple up behind you. Inside is a chest containing one of the best early game armor pieces in God of War Ragnarok - you wouldn’t want to miss it. Across the Barrens, there are also a couple of tough Nornir Chests to solve, so look out for those too.
