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Myths featuring King Atli

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1 myth currently featured for King Atli.

Gudrun Barring the Hall Doors and Burning King Atli Alive

🪓 Norse MythologyGran (Esztergom), HungaryGudrun • King Atli • Gunnar

Following the treacherous murder of her brothers by her husband King Atli, Gudrun executes a chilling and total revenge. She slays her sons, feeds them to the king during a feast, and finally traps Atli and his remaining warriors inside his great hall before setting it ablaze. This tragic climax marks the end of the Burgundian royal line and the destruction of Atli's court in the ancient city...