As you know, there are various Pantheons with some of the strongest characters in Smite. Norse is one such famous Pantheon that allows players to select Gods like Odin, Heimdall, Thor, and more. On the occasion of 10 Year Anniversary of Smite, devs are adding one of the most ferocious mythical beings. Surtr, the Destroyer of Asgard has now stepped inside the arenas. However, if you are not familiar with this character, then this guide got you covered. Read till the end to know who exactly is Surtr in Smite.
Surtr Character Introduction in Smite
Coming straight out of the Norse Pantheon, Surtr is one of the strongest Warrior Class gods. After burning Asgard to ashes, this Fire Giant is all set to debut on the 10th Anniversary of Smite. While giving Surtr one of the most iconic appearances, the developers took Odin and Atlas as a reference. They say that “Odin was the primary reference for visuals to differentiate from, and Atlas was the scale/height reference.” Upon adding a few finishing touches, Surtr was brought to life and is now ready to challenge all the other Gods.
In Smite, Surtr is said to be a Melee, Physical type God who with his fiery Sword can decimate anyone. Along with his signature weapon, Surtr will be having several abilities that will easily bring him to the top. Surtr’s Passive ability him to regenerate a specific portion of health. Moreover, Surtr also has the ability to spawn the Fire Imps (Pet) for some help on the battlefield. Wait, there is more to it, as Surtr can effectively cause Magical damage to the enemies in Smite. Finally, we can say that Surtr has one of the most impressive arsenals that you should give a try.
Who was Surtr in Norse Mythology?
In Norse Mythology, Surtr was a Jotun, also known as the Fire Giant. He was the guardian of Muspelheim who led the Múspell’s sons to Ragnarok. For those who don’t know, Ragnarok is a catastrophic event during which Surtr was meant to destroy Asgard.
That covers everything about Surtr in Smite. While you are here, make sure to check out our other guide on the Best Gods in Smite.