Sony's PlayStation has officially confirmed the first name of Kratos, the protagonist of the God of War series. The news has left fans puzzled and intrigued, causing a stir in the gaming community. This article will dissect the origins of this revelation, its implications for the game's lore, and the community's reaction.
The Unexpected Revelation: How It All Began
The story starts with a tweet from May 2022 by Keza MacDonald, in which she shared her frustration over an email she received from "marketing people who clearly know nothing about video games." The email claimed that God of War "follows the story of John Kratos as he delves into a fantasy world of dragons and monsters, all for the sake of his son."
Shortly after, PlayStation UK reposted MacDonald's tweet, adding, "John Kratos is my head canon now. Also the World Serpent is Colin. Hope that's OK." This was then tagged to the game's developer, Sony Santa Monica Studio.
Analyzing the Name: Is It Canon or Just a Joke?
When PlayStation UK adopted this as a 'head-canon,' the term generally used to describe fan theories, it caused a ripple in the community. Although the name John Kratos isn't grounded in the official lore, the developers haven't come forward to refute this. Therefore, while it's not officially canon, it's not being outright denied either.
The Significance of "Colin": A Nod to British Culture
With PlayStation UK behind the tweet, naming the World Serpent "Colin" appears to be a deliberate nod to a British favorite: Colin the Caterpillar cake. Though amusing, this piece of information is a bit tangential to the main news about Kratos' first name.