Finally, in the prose introduction to Reginsmál, Loki visits Rán (here rendered as Ron) to borrow her net: The red ring here I hew me Once owned of Halfdan's father, The wealthy lord of erewhile, Or the sea waves undo us, So on the guests shall gold be, If we have need of guesting; Meet so for mighty men-folk Amid Ran's hall to hold them." [23] Frigg (‘beloved one’) was the consort of Odin and the goddess of love, marriage and motherhood. She was also a prophetess, but never revealed the secrets she saw. She must have been very understanding, as Odin had many extra marital affairs, and many children by other beings, including Thor. Bellows, Henry Adams. 1936. Trans. The Poetic Edda. Princeton University Press. New York: The American-Scandinavian Foundation.

Would you watch a streaming show about giant women devouring tiny people? I would! We should petition the streaming services for giantess content!For the vore lovers out there, I would highly recommend a read of one of the new tales from La Petite Mort. It's sure to get the juices flowing. Greetings all! I decided to finally contribute to the community with Turnabout is Fair Play, an unconventional story about a kidnapped woman at the whims of a tiny domme and her robot sexdoll. Enjoy! According to Norse mythology, she got first choice. Goddess of sorcery, she practiced a form of magic called Seidr, which involved discerning and influencing fate. Freyja T-shirt available in the VKNG store Frigg Skadi’s relevance to English literature can be seen in the influence of Norse mythology on classic works such as J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.” In Tolkien’s mythology, the character of Eowyn bears some resemblance to Skadi. Like Skadi, Eowyn is a strong-willed and independent woman who defies traditional gender roles to fight alongside male warriors. The Anglo-Saxon poem “Beowulf,” which heavily influenced Tolkien’s work, also features a character named Wealhtheow who shares similarities with Skadi. Wealhtheow is a queen who is respected for her intelligence and strength, and who plays an important role in the political affairs of her people. Gefion was a goddess of fertility and agriculture associated with the plough. According to her saga in the canon of Norse Mythology, she disguised herself as a beggar woman and asked the Swedish King to give her some land.

Skadi’s Treasure and the Late Viking Age” by Neil Price (published in the Journal of the British Archaeological Association) The poll results are in and the newest chapter of Nefarious is catered to the desires I saw voted in that poll. Details in the chapter notes, enjoy!The Old Norse common noun rán means 'plundering' or 'theft, robbery'. [1] In turn, scholars view the theonym Rán as meaning, for example, 'theft, robbery'. [2] On the etymology of the theonym, scholar Rudolf Simek says, "although the meaning of the name has not been fully clarified, Rán was probably understood as being 'robber' ... and has nothing to do with [Old Norse] ráða 'rule'. [2] Skadi’s story has also inspired modern literature that draws on Norse mythology. In Neil Gaiman’s “ American Gods,” Skadi is a supporting character who is portrayed as a wealthy businesswoman with a passion for winter sports. In Joanne Harris’s “The Gospel of Loki,” Skadi is a prominent figure who is described as a skilled huntress and an ally of Loki. These modern interpretations of Skadi’s story demonstrate the enduring appeal of Norse mythology and the continued relevance of its characters in contemporary culture. Skadi’s Significance in Norse Mythology and Beyond Norse deity Rán uses her net to pull a seafarer into the depths in an illustration by Johannes Gehrts, 1901 Rán receives three mentions in the Poetic Edda; twice in poetry and once in prose. The first mention occurs in a stanza in Helgakviða Hundingsbana I, when the valkyrie Sigrún assists the ship of the hero Helgi Hundingsbane as it encounters ferocious waters: The second instance occurs in a stanza found in Helgakviða Hjörvarðssonar. In this stanza, the hero Atli references Rán while flyting with Hrímgerðr, a female jötunn:

Skadi’s personality is just as distinctive as her appearance. She is a strong and determined figure who is unafraid to challenge the gods and assert her independence. Skadi’s fierce and independent spirit makes her a powerful symbol of female agency and empowerment, particularly in a male-dominated mythology. Despite her status as a goddess, Skadi is often portrayed as an outsider in Norse mythology, which reflects her origins as a giantess. She is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in, even if it means going against the gods. Skadi’s Skis

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Ran – personification of the sea, she was frequently described with a net, which she used to capture sea-goers. The protagonist then decides that as they are to "go to Rán" ( at til Ránar skal fara) they would better do so in style with gold on each man. He divides the gold and talks of her again: Faulkes (1998:95). The chapter continues with discussion regarding the development of these kennings and the concept of allegory. Categories: Scat, Giantess, Teenager (13-19), Adult 30-39, Butt, Crush, Entrapment, Humiliation, Insertion, Instant Size Change, Odor, Unaware Characters: None