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Lofn was the goddess of forbidden love in Norse mythology

Lofn: Less-Known Norse God of Forbidden Love

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In Norse mythology, Lofn was the goddess of forbidden love. People evoked Lofn up for help when their love affair met with disapproval. They wished to be together, as long as they vowed faithful to the partner no matter what, Lofn would give them her power.

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Power corrupts the best and attracts the worst. Viking quote

Hreimdmarr Family: When Gold Corrupted the Best, Attracted the Worst

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Hreimdmarr was the dwarf king in Norse mythology. The dwarf king finally met his demise when he came in possession of the Andvari's gold which was cursed to bring on the demise to anyone who possessed it.

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Fenrir the wolf was destined to swallow Odin the Ragnarok

Guide: How to Distinguish Characters in Norse Mythology

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The very basic guide to tell many Norse characters apart as well as to learn the stories about these characters.

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Odin the Allfather was the ruler of Asgard, the father of many great Norse gods.

Guide: How to Distinguish Gods and Goddesses in Norse Mythology

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Here is a basic guide for you to distinguish gods in Norse mythology. Each god in the myth had personality traits that help build the values they uphold.

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Asgard Stronghold of Aesir gods

Who Were Aesir Gods in Norse Mythology?

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In Norse mythology, there were two major god tribes: the Vanir and the Aesir gods. However, the dominant one was still the Aesir who lived up in Asgard stronghold on the top branch of Yggdrasil. But who actually were the Aesir gods?

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