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Ullr

Ullr (Old Norse: Ullr) is a god in Norse mythology associated with archery, hunting, skiing, winter, oaths, and combat.^[1]^[2] He is described as the son of the goddess Sif and the stepson of Thor, making him a member of the Æsir, the principal group of Norse gods.^[1] His hall, Ýdalir (Yew Dales), reflects his connection to yew wood, commonly used for bows.^[3] Ullr is renowned as an unmatched archer and skier, often invoked in duels and single combat due to his warrior prowess and beauty.^[1] In the mythological texts, Ullr appears sparingly but significantly: he is listed among the twelve chief Æsir at a divine banquet, affirming his status among the gods.^[4] He is identified as a kinsman of the god Baldr, suggesting familial ties within the pantheon.^[5] Additionally, a sacred ring attributed to Ullr serves as a symbol in oaths, underscoring his role in justice and binding agreements, as invoked in a curse by the heroine Guðrún.^[6] His epithets include "God of the Bow," "God of the Snowshoe," "Hunting-God," and "God of the Shield," highlighting his multifaceted domains.^[1] Though not as prominently featured as Odin or Thor, Ullr's attributes link him to winter activities and martial skills essential to Norse life, with toponymic evidence—such as over twenty Scandinavian place names derived from his—and archaeological findings, including the cult site at Lilla Ullevi in Sweden where numerous rings were discovered, indicating his cult's regional importance in pre-Christian Scandinavia.^[7]^[8] His obscurity in surviving lore may stem from the Christian-era compilation of sources like the Poetic Edda and Prose Edda, yet he embodies the pantheon's emphasis on skill, nature, and honor.^[2]^[1]

Etymology and attestations

Name etymology

The name Ullr derives from the Proto-Germanic form wulþuz, meaning "glory" or "splendor," which carries connotations of power, majesty, and radiance in early Germanic languages.^[9] This root is reflected in cognates such as Old English wuldor ("glory" or "fame") and Gothic wulþus ("glory"), indicating a shared linguistic heritage emphasizing exalted qualities.^[10] Further tracing back, wulþuz stems from the Proto-Indo-European root wel- ("to see"), suggesting associations with visibility, appearance, or rule, as seen in related forms like Latin vultus ("face" or "expression").^[9] Some interpretations connect Ullr to archery or hunting implements, proposing ties to Old Norse terms for bow components, though these links are primarily poetic rather than direct etymological. For instance, skaldic kennings employ Ullr in phrases like Ullrs almsíma ("Ullr's bowstring"), evoking the god's domain over bows and arrows without implying the name itself denotes a projectile or string. Such usages highlight a cultural overlay, where the deity's attributes inform terminology for hunting tools, but scholarly consensus rejects a primary derivation from these objects.^[9] Spelling variations of the name appear across Old Norse manuscripts, including Ullur (Icelandic form), Ollur (Latinized as Ollerus in medieval texts), and genitive Ullar or the rarer Ulls.^[9] Cognates extend to continental Germanic languages, such as Old High German forms influenced by similar roots (e.g., wolt for "power" or "majesty," potentially echoing wulþuz), and the Proto-Indo-European wel- lineage, which also informs words for oversight or dominion.^[10] Evidence from the 3rd-century Thorsberg chape inscription, featuring owlþuþewaz (interpreted as "servant of Wulþuz"), underscores the name's antiquity in Proto-Germanic contexts.^[9] The name Ullr is notably rare in Norse personal nomenclature, appearing sporadically as Ulli or Ulle in sources like Heimskringla, far less frequently than names like Þórr or Óðinn.^[9] This scarcity suggests a specialized cultic role, possibly confined to regional or ritualistic veneration rather than widespread theophoric use in everyday naming practices.^[9]

Literary sources

Ullr appears briefly in the Poetic Edda, in the poems Grímnismál, Vegtamskviða (also known as Baldr's Dreams), and Atlakviða. Grímnismál (stanza 5) names his dwelling as Ýdalir ("Yew Dales").^[11] Vegtamskviða refers to him as a kinsman ("Ullar mágr") of Baldr.^[5] In Atlakviða, his ring is invoked as a sacred object for swearing oaths; in stanza 32, Guðrún warns Atli that his fate will mirror the broken vows he made to Gunnar, sworn "by the sun in the south, by Sigtyr's mountain, by the horse of the rest-bed, and the ring of Ull."^[12] This reference underscores the ring's role as a symbol of binding promises and high value among the gods, though no further details on Ullr himself are provided.^[12] In the Prose Edda, compiled by Snorri Sturluson in the 13th century, Ullr receives more direct description in Gylfaginning and Skáldskaparmál. Gylfaginning chapter 31 portrays him as "the son of Sif, stepson of Thor; he is such a good bowman and so swift on his snow-shoes that no one can compete with him. He is fair of face and warlike in aspect. It is good to call on him in single combat."^[13] Skáldskaparmál expands on this by naming his dwelling Ýdalir ("Yew Dales"), a site tied to yew wood used for bows, and lists kennings for him as the "god of the snowshoe," "god of the bow," "hunting-god," and "god of the shield," emphasizing his specialized domains.^[1] These texts associate Ullr with oaths and compacts.^[1] Saxo Grammaticus's Gesta Danorum (c. 12th century) euhemerizes Ullr as Ollerus, a cunning wizard and hunter who temporarily assumes leadership of the gods during Othinus's (Odin's) exile. Book 3 describes Ollerus as exceptionally skilled in archery and wilderness pursuits, capable of traversing seas or snow on a magical bone (interpreted as skis or a sled), and ruling wisely for a decade before Othinus's return forces his banishment to Sweden, where he gains worship as a heroic figure in royal lineages.^[14] This narrative frames Ollerus as a stand-in ruler and paternal archetype in Swedish myths, blending divine authority with mortal cunning.^[14] Ullr features in skaldic poetry through kennings that highlight his attributes, such as "Ullr of the snowshoe" (öndur-Ullr) for swift travelers or skiers, and bow-related terms like "Ullr's ship" for shields. Verses by poets including Þjóðólfr ór Hvini in Haustlöng and Ynglingatal employ these to evoke hunting and winter mobility, as in periphrases for warriors or landscapes.^[15] Approximately 35 such kennings survive across skaldic corpus and Snorri's works, often positioning Ullr as a minor but evocative deity in praise poetry.^[9] Despite these attestations, Ullr's mentions in Norse literature are notably scarce, with no dedicated myths or extended narratives devoted to him, suggesting a specialized, regional status rather than a central role in the pantheon. Primary texts like the Eddas and Gesta Danorum provide only fragmentary references, reliant on kennings and incidental roles, which limits deeper mythological elaboration.^[16]

Mythological role and attributes

Family and relations

In Norse mythology, Ullr is attested as the son of Sif, the goddess associated with earth, harvest, and family, and the stepson of Thor, the god of thunder.^[17]^[18] This parentage positions him within the Æsir pantheon, reflecting integration through marital ties rather than direct descent from Odin, the Allfather./Gylfaginning) Sif and Thor are the parents of the goddess and Valkyrie Þrúðr, making Ullr her half-brother and further embedding him in Thor's familial circle./Sk%C3%A1ldskaparm%C3%A1l) The ancient texts provide no details on Ullr's biological father, leading scholars to propose candidates such as the archer Egill-Örvandill from earlier lore or Njörðr, the Vanir sea god, though these remain unconfirmed hypotheses derived from kennings and thematic links.^[9] No spouse or children are mentioned for Ullr in the primary sources, such as the Prose Edda.^[17]^[18] Scholarly theories have suggested speculative familial or cultic ties to other deities based on overlapping attributes; for instance, some propose Ullr as a cousin or mythological counterpart to Skaði, the jötunn goddess of winter and hunting, potentially linking them as siblings if Ullr were interpreted as a son of Skaði's father Þjazi.^[9] Ullr's relations to fellow gods emphasize his distinct position: as stepson to Thor, he shares a household bond but lacks the direct warrior lineage of Odin's progeny, highlighting his role as a more specialized huntsman and oath-god within the broader Æsir kinship.^[18] Theories also explore potential connections to Freyr, the Vanir fertility god, positing them as successive or paired figures in regional cults, which could imply indirect genealogical overlap in divine hierarchies.^[9]

Associations and symbols

Ullr is primarily associated with archery, hunting, and skiing in Norse mythology, domains that underscore his role as a skilled warrior adapted to winter landscapes. According to Snorri Sturluson's Prose Edda, he is described as an unmatched archer and skier, with his hall Ydalir—meaning "yew dales," after the wood used for bows—symbolizing his prowess in bowmanship.^[19] Kennings in skaldic poetry further reinforce these attributes, referring to him as "boga-Áss" (bow-god), "ǫndvegissul" (ski-god), and "veiði-Áss" (hunting-god).^[9] His symbolic iconography includes the bow, representing precision and martial skill, skis for swift travel over snow, and the shield, often called "Ullr's ship" in poetic kennings that evoke his protective or seafaring-like qualities in battle. Archaeological evidence, such as the Böksta runestone, depicts a figure interpreted as Ullr equipped with a bow and skis, highlighting these emblems in visual tradition.^[9] The shield's association may stem from his warrior attributes, positioning it as a "bone-house" in some interpretations, though primary texts emphasize its poetic role over literal depiction.^[19] Ullr also plays a role in oaths and justice, invoked as a guarantor of pledges alongside Thor, particularly through the symbol of "Ullr's ring" used in solemn vows. In the Poetic Edda's Atlakviða, oaths are sworn "by the ring of Ull," indicating his function in ensuring truth and honor in legal or combative contexts, where he is called upon in single combat.^[12] This positions him as a deity of integrity, with his name appearing in formulas for binding promises.^[9] Thematically, Ullr embodies winter and snow, linked to "Ullr's paths" as snow-covered routes suited for skiing and hunting, contrasting with summer deities and evoking seasonal cycles. His attributes align him with the harsher months, potentially tying him to Yule observances as a "winter god," though major myths are absent, and his presence endures through kennings for bows, shields, and winter activities.^[9]

Geographical and cultural traces

Toponymic evidence

Toponymic evidence for the worship of Ullr is preserved in numerous place names across Scandinavia, particularly in Norway and Sweden, where the god's name forms compounds indicating cultic sites, fields, and natural features associated with his domains of hunting and oaths. These theophoric names, derived from Old Norse *Ullr or the variant *Ullinn, cluster in eastern and central regions suitable for agriculture and winter pursuits, reflecting localized veneration that likely predates the Viking Age. Scholarly analysis identifies at least 75 such names, with distributions suggesting Ullr held significant regional importance before the spread of Christianity led to their decline in active use.^[20]^[21] In Norway, Ullr-related toponyms are concentrated in the southeast, especially around Viken, with over 25 examples attesting to widespread local cults. Ullensaker in Akershus, recorded as *Ullinshofs sokn around 1300, translates to "Ullinn's temple" or shrine, implying a dedicated worship site. Similarly, farm names such as Ullevål (from *Ullarhváll, "Ullr's hillock," documented in 1309 near Oslo) and Ullarhorn ("Ullr's horn" or promontory) highlight veneration tied to agricultural and topographical features, often on meadows and pastures that supported hunting and farming communities. These names, alongside compounds like -vin ("meadow") and -land ("land"), underscore Ullr's integration into everyday rural life.^[20]^[21] Swedish evidence points to even stronger cultic presence in central regions like Uppland and around Lake Mälaren, with approximately 48 names, many denoting sanctuaries. Ullevi, meaning "Ullr's sanctuary" or "temple," appears in at least 23 instances, including the site near Löddeköpinge in Skåne and others in Västergötland and Västmanland. In Uppland, Ultuna (from *Wlertune in 1221, part of the Ulleråker district near Uppsala) suggests a connection to the renowned temple complex, potentially shared with Freyr, while royal ties in the area imply Ullr's role in elite rituals and oaths. These patterns, focused on sacral elements like -vi ("sanctuary") and -åker ("field"), indicate Ullr's prominence in Svea-dominated territories.^[20]^[21] Icelandic traces are limited, with few unambiguous theophoric names surviving post-settlement, though minor homestead references suggest the migration of continental cult practices among Norse settlers. Overall, the concentration of these toponyms in hunting and farming zones, rather than coastal trade areas, aligns with Ullr's attributes, and their persistence into medieval records demonstrates enduring cultural memory despite Christianization.^[16]

Archaeological findings

Archaeological evidence for the worship of Ullr is limited but points to localized cult practices in Scandinavia, primarily during the Iron Age, with the most substantial findings centered on ritual sites and artifacts suggestive of oaths and hunting associations. The premier example is the cult site at Lilla Ullevi in Upplands-Bro, Uppland, Sweden, excavated in 2007–2008, which yielded over 65 small bronze ring amulets, interpreted as votive offerings possibly related to oath rituals given literary references to "Ullr's ring." The site features a paved stone platform measuring approximately 12-14 square meters, four large post holes indicating a wooden structure, and additional artifacts including arrowheads, lance tips, and fragments of shields, deposited during the Vendel period (ca. 660–780 CE) and ritually closed around 850 CE with a layer of silt covering the area. Metallurgical analysis of the rings confirms they were cast from local copper alloys, supporting their role in ongoing cult activity until the site's abandonment.^[9]^[22] Another potential shrine linked to Ullr is at Ullevi in Östergötland, Sweden, where geophysical surveys and excavations reveal a fenced enclosure with a paved stone road leading to it, dated from the late Bronze Age through the Migration period (ca. 400 BCE–400 CE), accompanied by 40 hearths and evidence of animal slaughter, consistent with sacrificial practices at a vé (sacred enclosure). These features suggest communal gatherings, though direct attribution to Ullr relies on the site's theophoric name meaning "sanctuary of Ullr." In Norway, place names like Ullensaker in Akershus indicate ancient cult presence, with the local coat of arms depicting Ullr on skis with a bow, but excavations there have not uncovered specific artifacts beyond general Iron Age settlement remains.^[9] Runestones provide iconographic hints of Ullr's attributes. The Böksta Runestone (U 855), dated to ca. 1050 CE in Uppland, Sweden, features a carved figure standing on skis and drawing a bow, interpreted by some scholars as a representation of Ullr due to his mythological ties to archery and winter travel, though it lacks explicit inscription. Similarly, the Sparlösa Runestone (Vg 119) from Västergötland, ca. 800 CE, shows a rider sacrificing a sword, with debated readings suggesting a conflation of Ullr and Freyr in a ritual context. Inscriptions potentially invoking Ullr are rare; the Thorsberg chape, a bog deposit from Schleswig-Holstein, Germany (ca. 200 CE), bears the runic term owlþuþewaz, possibly a theophoric reference to a Proto-Germanic form of Ullr, though most analyses view it as a personal or object name.^[9] Votive deposits in bogs occasionally align with Ullr's domains, such as weapon offerings including arrows and shields, but direct links remain tentative. No confirmed evidence ties Ullr to major temple complexes like Old Uppsala, which primarily served other deities, nor to Viking Age ship burials like Oseberg, where archery equipment is absent despite general grave goods. Overall, these findings underscore Ullr's cult as regionally focused in central Sweden and eastern Norway, emphasizing oaths, hunting, and mobility through portable artifacts rather than monumental structures.^[9]

Interpretations and theories

Scholarly hypotheses

Scholars have proposed that Ullr originated as a pre-Aesir figure associated with hunting, potentially reflecting an older layer of Germanic religious traditions before the dominance of the Aesir pantheon. This hypothesis draws on the god's attributes as an archer and hunter, as evidenced by kennings in skaldic poetry linking Ullr to bows and skis.^[23] In the 19th century, Jacob Grimm in Teutonic Mythology posited parallels between Ullr and broader Indo-European archer deities, suggesting connections to figures like the Vedic Rudra or Greek Apollo through shared motifs of the bow as a symbol of precision and divine warfare, though these links remain speculative based on linguistic cognates of wulþuz (glory).^[24] Some interpretations view Ullr as a seasonal deity associated with winter, based on his ski and bow imagery and toponymic evidence of worship concentrated in central Sweden and southern Norway, regions with harsh winters. Saxo Grammaticus's account in Gesta Danorum describes Ollerus (Ullr) seizing power from Othinus (Odin) during exile, which some scholars have interpreted as a possible metaphor for cyclical seasonal sovereignty, potentially linked to pre-Christian solstice festivals where Ullr's "glory" (wulþr) signifies the return of light amid darkness. This view is evidenced by the scarcity of Ullr myths in southern Germanic sources but greater prevalence in northern traditions.^[9] The scarcity of mythological lore about Ullr has been attributed to his marginalization in the literary record, potentially due to Christian suppression during the conversion period or syncretism with dominant gods like Thor. Jan de Vries, in Altgermanische Religionsgeschichte (1957, vol. 2, p. 162), suggested that Ullr's wintery and hunting attributes were absorbed into Thor's domain, as Thor—Ullr's stepfather—overtook oaths, duels, and weather-related invocations in post-conversion folklore, leading to Ullr's demotion from a major deity to a minor figure in the Eddas.^[25] This process is evidenced by the decline in Ullr toponyms after the 7th century and the redirection of hunter cults toward Thor in Icelandic sagas, reflecting broader Christian efforts to consolidate pagan elements under fewer, more controllable deities.^[9] Post-2000 scholarship has incorporated linguistic studies to explore possible hybrid Norse-indigenous influences on Ullr's worship, particularly in northern Scandinavia. Analyses of toponyms like Ullarhváll in Sami-inhabited areas suggest linguistic borrowings or shared ritual practices, as supported by comparative studies of Uralic-Germanic interactions.^[9]

Comparative mythology

In comparative mythology, scholars employ motif-indexing systems, such as Stith Thompson's Motif-Index of Folk-Literature, to identify recurring archetypes across traditions, including the bow-wielding hunter god (motif A455.4) and the skiing or snow-shoe deity (motif A455.5.1), both exemplified by Ullr in Norse sources.^[26] This approach traces such motifs from Northern Eurasia, where hunting and winter mobility deities appear in Siberian and Finno-Ugric narratives, to broader Indo-European patterns of archer gods who embody precision, pursuit, and seasonal dominion.^[26] Ullr shares notable parallels with the Greek god Apollo, particularly in archery prowess, where both are depicted as unmatched bowmen whose arrows symbolize both hunt and affliction—Ullr as a winter hunter and Apollo as a bringer of plague from afar. Their associations with oaths and prophecy further align: Apollo's Delphic oracle enforces sacred vows, while Ullr's ring serves as a binding emblem for pledges, linking divine authority to ritual guarantees.^[27] These motifs reflect oppositions between solar radiance (Apollo) and winter austerity (Ullr), suggesting a shared Indo-European archetype of a luminous yet stern archer deity navigating seasonal cycles.^[27] Indo-European cognates for Ullr emphasize thematic links through the Proto-Indo-European root *wel- ('to see'), which may underlie his name and attributes of oversight and glory. Rudra shares thematic parallels as a hunter-storm god who wields arrows in pursuit and tempest, though without direct linguistic connection.^[27] Similar figures appear in Hurro-Hittite mythology, such as Ullikummi, a monumental entity tied to elemental forces, evoking Ullr's rootedness in landscape and visibility motifs derived from *wel-. Within Germanic variants, Ullr connects to the Anglo-Saxon Wuldor, a glory god whose name shares the Proto-Germanic *wulþuz root, signifying splendor and dominion, often invoked in poetic kennings for heavenly or martial excellence.^[9] Potential overlaps with Odin emerge in hunting aspects, as both deities feature in narratives of pursuit and oaths—Odin with his wolves and spear, Ullr with bow and skis—suggesting syncretic layers in continental and insular traditions where Ullr occasionally substitutes for Odin in kingship roles.^[28]

Contemporary influence

Neopaganism and revival

In the 19th century, the Romantic movement in Scandinavia sparked a renewed interest in Norse mythology and folklore as a means of fostering national identity, particularly in Sweden where scholars and poets drew on ancient texts like Snorri Sturluson's Prose Edda to revive figures such as Ullr within nationalist narratives. Influences from Danish thinker N.F.S. Grundtvig, who emphasized folklore as a living cultural heritage, extended to Swedish interpretations, portraying Ullr as a symbol of indigenous winter traditions and hunting prowess in literary works and folk collections that celebrated pre-Christian heritage.^[29] In modern Ásatrú and other Norse pagan groups, Ullr has been adopted as a patron deity of hunters, archers, and winter survival, with organizations like The Troth emphasizing his role in oaths and ecological balance. Rituals often invoke Ullr through "bow oaths," adapted from historical practices where oaths were sworn on rings associated with him, as referenced in the Poetic Edda's Atlakviða, to affirm commitments in hunting or personal vows; these may involve symbolic archery or offerings at natural sites.^[30]^[31] Contemporary practices include winter solstice blóts—sacrificial rites involving mead, food, or symbolic offerings—to honor Ullr's winter domain, held at historical sites linked to Norse traditions. These rituals tie into eco-spiritual themes, viewing Ullr as a guide for sustainable living and resilience against seasonal hardships, with participants emphasizing harmony with nature during the longest night.^[32]^[30] Demographic trends show growing interest in Norse paganism across Scandinavia in the 2020s, with surveys indicating approximately 1-2% of the population in countries like Iceland identifying with pagan beliefs that may invoke deities such as Ullr, reflecting a broader revival amid cultural reconnection efforts; in Denmark, for instance, over 3,500 individuals actively practice old Nordic religion as of 2025.^[33]^[34]

Popular culture and media

Ullr appears in Neil Gaiman's 2017 collection Norse Mythology, where the author retells traditional tales and describes Ullr as the god of glory, son of Sif and stepson of Thor, emphasizing his role as a skilled hunter and archer. In modern fantasy literature, Ullr features as a theriomorphic deity of war and courage in Katharine Wibell's The Incarn Saga, portrayed with a dual form as a giant wolverine to reflect his fierce, winter-bound nature. In comics, Ullr is depicted as Odin's son and Thor's brother in Marvel's The Immortal Thor series (2023–present), where he serves as the Bow-God and aids in quests involving Asgardian threats, highlighting his archery prowess and warrior heritage. Ullr's mythological attributes, such as his association with bows and hunting, are adapted in these portrayals to emphasize his role in combat and survival. Video games prominently feature Ullr as a playable hunter god in Smite (2014–present), a multiplayer online battle arena title where he switches between bow and axe stances for ranged and melee attacks, drawing on his traditional skiing and archery skills for mobility and precision. In Assassin's Creed Valhalla (2020), Ullr inspires the "Ullr's Hunter Pack," an armor set and weapons bundle that enhances ranged damage and hunting mechanics, evoking his status as a god of archery and winter pursuits. On television, Ullr is reincarnated as Mikkel "Mike" Johnson in the New Zealand series The Almighty Johnsons (2011–2013), granting the character abilities to track anything and win games, though he grapples with the moral consequences of his powers.^[35] In film, the 2019 short The Ghost of Ullr centers on a father and daughter discovering a graphic novel about the god, bringing his winter deity lore to life through immersive storytelling.^[36] Modern art often revives Ullr through sculptures and illustrations, such as the 25-foot steel statue in Breckenridge, Colorado, celebrating his skiing patronage, and digital works depicting him as a bow-wielding winter warrior.^[37] Recent trends up to 2025 include Ullr's expanded role in Smite 2 (2024), with updated visuals and abilities reinforcing his hunter archetype, and ongoing Marvel comics exploring his family ties amid cosmic battles.^[38]

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Haugen (1973) = Gods);' "Le borgne" and "Ie manchot": the state of the problem', Myth in. Indo-European Antiquity, ed. ... kenning, while Ullr is the shadowy god ...
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https://www.degruyterbrill.com/document/doi/10.1515/9783110200881.2.203/html
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Ullr | Norse Gods - The Troth
Ullr's skill at archery, his name's meaning “Glory,” and his evidently exalted place in parts of Scandinavia might connect him to another Finnish deity: the ...
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Oathing Rite to Ullr - Northern Tradition Paganism
Ullr was one of the deities who watched over the sanctity of oaths. Traditionally his oaths were made on a ring, which was then buried in front of his shrine.
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The old Nordic religion (asatro) today - National Museum of Denmark
Today there are between 500 and 1000 people in Denmark who believe in the old Nordic religion and worship its ancient gods.Missing: 2020s | Show results with:2020s
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What is the current population of Pagans in Denmark, Norway, and ...
Jan 5, 2024 · The Nordic Paganist Society, “Nordens Paganister”, had 80 members in 2022 but this is for all the five Nordic countries, not just Denmark, ...Do modern day Scandinavians still practice Norse paganism? If so ...Are Scandinavians still pagan? - QuoraMore results from www.quora.comMissing: 2020s | Show results with:2020s
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"The Almighty Johnsons" Bad Things Happen (TV Episode 2011)
Rating 8/10 (78) Mike has a fight with Val and ends up at a bar tempted to use his Ullr powers. He later meets the most delightful croupier. Related interests. Will Ferrell ...<|separator|>
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The Ghost of Ullr (Short 2019) - IMDb
A father and daughter travel to a comic store to search for comics and graphic novels for Christmas gifts. While browsing the store the daughter finds a ...
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Ullr - Norse god of snow sculpture - Ask AI - Mindtrip
The Ullr sculpture in Breckenridge, Colorado, is a 25-foot-tall steel representation of the Norse god Ullr, known as the god of snow and skiing.
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Ullr is looking even more glorious in SMITE 2 with just a few slight ...
Nov 3, 2024 · Ullr is looking even more glorious in SMITE 2 with just a few slight tweaks to his in ... Video Game. 󱙿. Smite. 󱙿. Videos. 󱙿. Ullr in SMITE 2!