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Odin- the Allfather |
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Odin in Norse Mythology was the cheif god. He was known as Allfather, Odin, Woden, and other names. He was one of the first gods and slew the Giant Ymir with his two brothers. He always wore his gold helmet and carried with him his spear Gungnir. Gungnir wasn't an ordinary spear though. It never missed it's target and when a battle occured, it would be thrown and it would choose the winning side. |
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Odin also kept two ravens with him at all times. These ravens would fly all around the world and tell him what's happening. Their names were Hugninn (thought) and Munnin (memory) |
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He also kept two wolves near him as we would keep a loyal dog near us if we could take our dog everywhere. The wolves would protect him and give Odin companionship. Their names were Geri (greedy) and Freki (gobbler) |
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Odin was also named the God of War and gave his right eye to have a drink from the Well of Wisdom, Urd. He now sits atop a perch and watches the world. The only time he leaves is when he comes to Midgard, our world. When he does leave, his wife takes his place. |
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Odin's steed was no ordinary horse. It's name was Sleipnir and had 8 legs. It could fly over any terrain. |
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Odin also would choose Valkyries. Valkyries were women who would choose slain warriors to bring to Valhalla, hall of fallen warriors. in Valhalla, the men could fight all day and never be hurt. They were also served mead, a sweet alcoholic drink, constantly by the Valkyries. Odin would also join them every night in Valhalla. |
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Odin was also the founder of the runes. he hung himself upside-down in sacrifice to himself for 7 days and 7 nights on the World Tree. He then started noticing patterns in the falling twigs. He scooped them up, and proclaimed them magical. |
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