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Pages in category "Heroes in Norse myths and legends" The following 63 pages are in this category, out of 63 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.
Norse, Nordic, or Scandinavian mythology, is the body of myths belonging to the North Germanic peoples, stemming from Old Norse religion and continuing after the Christianization of Scandinavia as the Nordic folklore of the modern period.
In Norse mythology, a valkyrie (from Old Norse valkyrja "chooser of the fallen") is one of a host of female figures who decide who will die in battle.
Odin, also known as Godan, Wōtan, The Wednesday Man, The Raven God, or The All Father, is the central character of ancient Norse and Germanic theology. Odin is the king of Asgard, realm of the Æsir and Vanir tribes of deities. He empathizes fore-thought for leaders, honor in battle and promises glory for warriors who die as heroes.
3 Μαρ 2023 · The old gods of Norse mythology are separated into two distinct groups: the Æsir and the Vanir. Somewhat akin to ouranic and chthonic deities, the Æsir and Vanir cover opposing realms. Despite this, there are a select number of Norse gods and goddesses that belong to both divine clans.
2 Νοε 2017 · Its polytheistic pantheon, headed by the one-eyed Odin, contains a great number of different gods and goddesses who were venerated in customs integrated into the ancient Scandinavians' daily lives.
This is a list of Norse gods and goddesses that are in Norse mythology. Divided between the Æsir and the Vanir, and sometimes including the jötnar (giants), the dividing line between these groups is less than clear.