God of War Laufey Cube: Who is Phranque? The Gelatinous Companion Explained
God of War Laufey introduces Phranque, a gelatinous cube companion voiced by Jack Quaid. Here's everything we know about the cube, Rue, and the legendary sword.
One of the most unexpected reveals from the God of War Laufey gameplay showcase was Faye’s unlikely companion: a gelatinous cube. Here’s everything we know about Phranque, the game’s most memorable new character.
What Is the Cube in God of War Laufey?
The cube’s name is Phranque — a cosmic, gelatinous entity with an earnest and talkative personality. He is one of the first beings Faye encounters after waking up in the Everywhen, the mysterious afterlife realm where gods from across all mythologies converge.
Phranque is not just a quirky sidekick. He is fundamentally connected to the game’s most important weapon.
Phranque and Rue: The Sword Inside the Cube
Embedded inside Phranque is Rue — an enchanted ribbon guardian tasked with protecting a devastating magical sword that is fused into the cube itself.
The relationship between Phranque and Rue creates one of the game’s core dynamics:
- Phranque provides the comedic, warm-hearted personality of the duo
- Rue is more serious, focused on her ancient duty to protect the sword
- Together they form an unlikely partnership with Faye
Think of them as a single unit: the cube carries the sword, and both characters must learn to trust Faye before she can wield it.
Who Voices Phranque and Rue?
| Character | Voice Actor | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Phranque | Jack Quaid | The Boys (Hughie Campbell), Star Trek: Lower Decks |
| Rue | Perlina Lau | The Last of Us Part II, various video game roles |
Jack Quaid’s casting as Phranque is inspired — his naturally warm, earnest delivery fits the curious cube perfectly. Perlina Lau brings gravitas to Rue, balancing Phranque’s lighter energy.
Why Does Faye Need the Cube’s Sword?
When Faye awakens in the Everywhen, she has none of her original weapons from her life in Midgard. The Leviathan Axe, which Kratos now wields, is not with her.
To survive the Everywhen — a realm where ruthless gods from Tibetan, Egyptian, Norse, and other mythologies compete for dominance — Faye needs a weapon capable of fighting deities. The sword inside Phranque is that weapon.
Gaining the trust of both Phranque and Rue is one of the game’s early story goals.
The Everywhen: Where Phranque Lives
Phranque was presumably already in the Everywhen before Faye arrived. The realm is described as:
“The birthplace and endpoint to which all magic returns — a transcendent realm above those we’ve come to know, where gods and creatures from different mythologies come together.”
In this context, a gelatinous cube housing an enchanted sword guardian makes complete sense. The Everywhen operates by its own rules, and entities like Phranque represent its strange, magical nature.
Phranque vs. Atreus: A New Kind of Companion
God of War fans are used to Kratos’ partners:
- Atreus — serious, conflicted, carries the weight of prophecy
- Mimir — sarcastic, wise, literally just a head
Phranque breaks this mold entirely. He is described as an “oddball” who brings genuine warmth and humor to proceedings that might otherwise be very dark. Santa Monica Studio appears to be using Phranque to keep the tone accessible while Faye navigates a genuinely dangerous and strange afterlife.
What We Don’t Know Yet
Several questions about Phranque remain unanswered:
- Why is the sword inside a gelatinous cube specifically?
- How long has Phranque been in the Everywhen?
- What is Rue’s full history as a guardian?
- Can Phranque be harmed, or is he invulnerable?
- Does Phranque have a role in the game’s final act?
These mysteries suggest Phranque is more than comic relief — his backstory may be central to the game’s plot.
We’ll update this article as more information about Phranque is revealed. Last updated: June 3, 2026.