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Mimir

British  
/ ˈmiːmɪə /

noun

  1. Norse myth a giant who guarded the well of wisdom near the roots of Yggdrasil

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Along with their pal Mimir — the disembodied head of “the smartest man alive” — they set out on an odyssey spanning multiple dimensions.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2022

“One drink. With a drink from your well, Mimir, I will be wise. Name your price.”

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

Soon enough Mimir opened his eyes and spoke to him.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

What Mimir whispers to Odin will give the all-father hope, even when all looks dark.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

Mimir, the wise one, the guardian of memory, knows many things.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman

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