In Norse mythology, Odin sometimes took the form of an unassuming ... and a wooden staff or spear. Tolkien specifically cited Odin as an inspiration for Gandalf; in a letter to his publisher ...

In Norse sagas and Viking histories ... This seems to be in imitation of Odin, who famously wielded the spear Gungnir. But while they may have shone beautifully overhead like stars, the guttural ...

However, the depiction of Valkyries in Old Norse ... Odin sends two Valkyries, Göndul and Skögul, to attend to the Norwegian king Haakon I, who dies on the battlefield. Leaning on her spear ...

Kakao Games announced today that their latest MMORPG, Odin: Valhalla Rising ... Seamlessly explore a vast open world inspired by Norse mythology with no loading screens outside dungeons.

Watch stories from Norse mythology told in a fun but faithful style for 7-9 year olds. Featuring Odin, Loki, Freya, Thor and many other gods, goddesses, giants and an array of unusual creatures!

Loki's first story is an abridged adaptation of the Viking creation myth, focusing on Odin's role in creating the physical settings for the stories which then follow. Loki recalls how Odin first ...