Valkyries

History and Symbology Skalmöld (pronounced “Skal-mold”) is a Valkyrie in Norse mythology. Her name translates to “sword-time,” signifying an age of war. Valkyries serve Odin, choosing which warriors die in […]

Skögul (SKOH-gool) stands among the most powerful Valkyries in Norse mythology. Some texts spell her name as Skogul or Skögull. The Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda mention her as

Hrund (pronounced “Hroond,” with a rolled “r”) appears as a Valkyrie in Norse mythology. Her name likely comes from the Old Norse word hrund, meaning “wave” or “flow.” Scholars suggest

Sanngriðr (pronounced “SAN-grih-dur”) appears in Norse mythology as a powerful and fearsome Valkyrie. Her name translates to “Very Violent” or “Very Destructive,” highlighting her warrior nature. Valkyries like Sanngriðr chose

Hildr (pronounced “HILL-der”) appears in Norse mythology as a Valkyrie associated with war and conflict. Her name means “battle” in Old Norse, emphasizing her role as a divine force in

Þrima (pronounced THREE-ma, with the “Þ” sounding like the “th” in “thunder”) means “roar” or “battle cry.” Her name evokes the terrifying sound of conflict, where the cries of warriors

Randgríðr (pronounced RAHND-greedh-r, where “Rand” rhymes with “wand” and “gríðr” is like “gree-thr”) means “shield-destroyer.” Her name evokes images of battlefields filled with broken shields and the fierce determination of

Hjalmþrimul (pronounced HYALM-thrih-mool, with “hjal” sounding like “yahlm” and “þrimul” like “thrill-mool”) means “helmet-clatter” or “helmet-noise.” This Valkyrie embodies the ferocity of battle and the clamor of the shield wall.

Göndul (pronounced GOHN-dool) stands among the most prominent Valkyries. Her name, derived from Old Norse, means “wand-wielder” or “enchanted staff.” This title highlights her connection to magic and divine foresight.