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Explore myths where Aurvandil appears across cultures, conflicts, sacred places, and recurring themes.
3 myths currently featured for Aurvandil.
After a fierce duel with the giant Hrungnir, a shard of a whetstone becomes lodged in Thor's forehead, causing him immense pain. He seeks out the powerful völva Gróa, who begins to chant ancient galdrar to loosen the stone through her magic. However, when Thor attempts to reward her with the news that her long-lost husband Aurvandill is returning, her overwhelming joy causes her to forget the...
While returning from Jötunheimr, Thor rescues the hero Aurvandil the Valiant by carrying him across the primordial, venomous rivers of Elivágar in a basket. During the treacherous journey, Aurvandil's toe freezes, prompting Thor to break it off and cast it into the heavens to become a shining star. This myth explains both the origin of a specific celestial body and why Thor remains forever...
After a drunken giant named Hrungnir threatens to destroy Asgard and steal its goddesses, Thor challenges him to a formal duel. The battle involves a massive clay giant, a shattered whetstone, and the unexpected strength of Thor's young son, Magni.