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Norse mythology

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The mythology of Scandinavia, which was also widespread in Germany and Britain until the establishment there of Christianity. For the people and places most important in Norse mythology, see Odin, Thor, trolls, and Valhalla.

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Norse mythology

Early in the process, she insisted that the Valkyries, named for the female battlefield figures of Norse mythology, choose colors that weren’t the Warriors’ blue and gold.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026

The partnership between ravens and wolves goes back to Norse mythology -- Odin's birds scouted ahead and led prey to the god's canines, a relationship that provided food for all.

From Barron's ● Mar. 12, 2026

Ideas from Norse mythology have also inspired major works of art and literature.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 23, 2025

Experts associate the design with the god Odin, whose roles in Norse mythology included ferrying the dead to the afterlife.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2025

Many gods and goddesses are named in Norse mythology.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

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