Norns and valkyries

The fate-goddesses at Urðr's well and the choosers of the slain who bring warriors to Valhöll.

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  • Urðr (Urðr)

    The eldest of the three norns, who spins fate and governs the past.

  • Verðandi (Verðandi)

    The middle norn, whose name means 'that which is becoming' and is associated with the present moment.

  • Skuld (Skuld)

    The youngest norn, associated with the future and debt, and also counted among the valkyries in Völuspá.

  • Brynhildr (Brynhildr)

    Valkyrie and shieldmaiden, punished by Odin for disobedience and central figure in the Völsung tradition.

  • Sigrún (Sigrún)

    Valkyrie who loves the hero Helgi Hundingsbani and plays a central role in both poems about him.

  • Sváva (Sváva)

    Valkyrie who protects and loves Helgi Hjörvarðsson in the eddic poem bearing his name.

  • Þrúðr (Þrúðr)

    Thor's daughter, listed among the valkyries in Grímnismál and cited in skaldic poetry as a kenning element.