Brokkr

Brokkr, sometimes spelled Brokk or Brok, is a dwarf smith in Norse mythology. He is most commonly depicted as the brother of Sindri (also called Eitri in some sources) and as one of the leading smiths whose workshop forges divine treasures for the gods. The pair of smiths are celebrated for their craftsmanship and magical abilities, and their work is central to several mythic artefacts.

In Norse sources, Brokkr and Sindri are commissioned to create treasures for the Æsir after Loki boasts that the dwarves cannot produce superior items. Loki interferes during the work, taking the form of a fly and tormenting Brokkr, who must persevere with the forge while the trickster sabotages the process. The gods receive several legendary artifacts from the brothers, most notably Thor’s hammer Mjölnir, the golden ring Draupnir, and the boar Gullinbursti. The stories emphasize the dwarves’ technical skill and the magical properties of the items they create, as well as the challenges posed by Loki’s mischief.

In modern culture, Brokkr and Sindri appear in retellings of Norse myth and related media. The names and roles of the dwarf smiths are adapted in various works, and in some adaptations the brothers are rendered as Brok/Brokkr and Sindri, highlighting their enduring association with legendary metalwork.