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Thor and Tyr Journeying to Giant Hymir for the Great Cauldron

OriginNorse Mythology

When the sea god Ægir requires a massive vessel to brew ale for a feast of the gods, Thor and Tyr venture to the realm of the giant Hymir to retrieve a legendary mile-deep cauldron. During the visit, Thor engages in a terrifying fishing expedition where he nearly pulls the Midgard Serpent from the depths of the ocean. After proving his divine strength through several trials, Thor successfully...