Odin
Óðinn - The Mad One
Allfather and chief of the Æsir. Odin is the god of wisdom, war, death, poetry, and magic. He sacrificed an eye for wisdom and hung himself on Yggdrasil to gain knowledge of the runes.
Thor
Þórr - Thunder
The god of thunder, lightning, storms, oak trees, strength, and the protection of mankind. Thor wields the mighty hammer Mjölnir and is known for his fierce battles with giants.
Freyja
Freyja - Lady
The goddess of love, fertility, beauty, war, and seidr. Freyja is associated with the Valkyries and takes half of the slain warriors to her hall, Fólkvangr.
Heimdall
Heimdallr - The one who Illuminates
The watchman of the gods, Heimdall guards the Bifröst bridge. He has keen eyesight and hearing, and is destined to blow the Gjallarhorn to signal the onset of Ragnarök.
Idunn
Iðunn - Youth-giver
The goddess of youth and rejuvenation. Idunn is the keeper of the magical apples that grant the gods their immortality.
Baldr
Baldr - Brave
The god of light, purity, and beauty. Baldr is beloved by all the gods and his death ultimately sets off the events leading to Ragnarök.
Loki
Loki - Deceiver
A trickster god known for his shape-shifting and deceitful nature. Loki is both a helper and a hindrance to the gods, often causing trouble but also resolving problems.
Tyr
Týr - God
The god of war and justice. Tyr is best known for sacrificing his hand to bind the wolf Fenrir, showcasing his bravery and commitment to order.
Njord
Njörðr - Force
The god of the sea, wind, fishing, and wealth. Njord is associated with prosperity and seafaring. He is the father of Freyr and Freyja.
Freyr
Freyr - Lord
The god of fertility, prosperity, and fair weather. Freyr is associated with kingship, peace, and plenty, and is often depicted with his boar, Gullinbursti.
Skadi
Skaði - The Shadowy One
The goddess of winter, skiing, and mountains. Skadi is a giantess who marries Njord as part of a compensation deal with the gods for her father’s death.