2020-07-08 Myths and Legends, Norse Vikings

Thor’s Duel with the Giant Hrungnir

In the realms of Norse mythology, there are few tales as renowned and awe-inspiring as the epic duel between the thunderous Thor and the colossal giant, Hrungnir. This legendary clash of titans captivates the imagination and embodies the strength and valor of the gods. The tale begins with Hrungnir, a giant hailing from the realm of Jotunheim. Known for his immense size and unrivaled arrogance, Hrungnir grew increasingly bold and brazen, challenging the gods of Asgard to a contest of […]

2020-07-06 Myths and Legends, Norse Vikings

Ragnarok – Destruction of the World

In Norse mythology, Ragnarok signifies the climactic conflict that unfolds during the world’s final moments, often referred to as the “doom of the divine powers.” As per Norse tradition, a cataclysmic battle of immense proportions awaits at the culmination of time, pitting the forces of righteousness against those of malevolence. The gods, alongside their steadfast comrades, engage in a fierce struggle against their age-old adversaries, the giants and monstrous beings. The outcome of this apocalyptic inferno not only results in […]

2020-07-06 Monsters and Mythical Creatures

Jormungandr The Midgard Serpent

in Norse mythology, there are many great beasts and monsters but many of them pale in comparison to Jormungandr. In Old Norse, Jormungandr, meant great beasts and he was commonly referred to as the Midgard serpent because his body was so big that it could circle the entirity of Midgard. Jormungandr was one of the three children of Loki, and along with his brother and sister, Hela and Fenrir, their fate was decided when they were born. Loki’s daughter Hela […]

2020-07-06 Monsters and Mythical Creatures

Surtr – The Swarthy One

Surtr is a character from Norse mythology, specifically from the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda, two major sources of Norse mythological texts. He is a fire giant, often described as a jötunn, and holds a significant role in the events leading up to Ragnarok, the cataclysmic battle that marks the end and subsequent rebirth of the world. In Norse cosmology, he dwells in Muspelheim, one of the Nine Worlds. Muspelheim is a realm of intense fire and heat, characterized […]