Hjallr

Hjallr is a figure from Norse mythology, known primarily from the Poetic Edda, a collection of Old Norse poems compiled in the 13th century. Hjallr is described as a giant, a member of the Jotun race, and is often associated with the realm of Jotunheim. In the Poetic Edda, Hjallr is mentioned in the poem "Hymiskviða," where he is listed among the giants who are slain by the god Odin during his quest to obtain the mead of poetry. The poem describes Hjallr as being killed by Odin's spear Gungnir, which is imbued with the power of the gods. Hjallr's death is significant in the context of the poem, as it is one of the many giants slain by Odin, highlighting the god's power and prowess. Despite his brief mention in the Poetic Edda, Hjallr's role as a giant and his association with Odin's quest for the mead of poetry make him an important figure in Norse mythology.