Glossary
Weapons, Jewels & Divine Treasures

← All glossariesMjölnir — Thor’s hammer, forged by the dwarves Brokkr and Eitri, also known as Sindri. It serves not only as a weapon but also as an instrument of protection, consecration, and blessing. Járngreipr — Thor’s iron gloves, required to wield Mjölnir. Megingjörð — Thor’s belt of strength. When he fastens it around his waist, his power doubles. Gungnir — Odin’s spear, crafted by the sons of Ívaldi. It embodies authority, war, oaths, and sacrifice. Draupnir — Odin’s golden ring. Every ninth night, it produces eight rings of equal weight. Brisingamen — Freyja’s necklace, symbolizing beauty, desire, fertility, and divine power. Fjaðrhamr/Freyja’s Falcon Cloak — Freyja’s feather cloak, which allows its wearer to assume the form of a bird and fly. The Golden Hair of Sif — A magical replacement crafted by the sons of Ívaldi after Loki cut off Sif’s hair. Gjallarhorn — Heimdall’s horn, whose blast will announce the beginning of Ragnarök. Hofund — Heimdall’s sword. Gleipnir — The enchanted fetter with which the gods bind Fenrir. Though it appears delicate, it is unbreakable. Lædingr — The first chain used to restrain Fenrir. Drómi — The second chain forged to bind Fenrir, stronger than Lædingr but ultimately broken as well. Víðarr’s Shoe — The mighty shoe with which Víðarr will crush Fenrir’s jaw during Ragnarök. The Mistletoe of Höðr — The branch used by Höðr to slay Baldr after being manipulated by Loki. The Sword of Freyr — A weapon capable of fighting on its own, later given away by Freyr. Surtr’s Sword — The flaming blade that will set the world ablaze at the end of Ragnarök.