Innfældar
Innfældar refers to a concept within Icelandic folklore and traditional belief systems, often associated with the idea of hidden or unseen beings inhabiting the natural world. The term can be broadly translated as "the hidden ones," reflecting their elusive and often mysterious nature. These entities are typically linked to specific locations, such as mountains, forests, rivers, or caves, where they are believed to reside unseen by most humans.
Innfældar are often depicted as supernatural beings with varying degrees of power and influence over their
The concept of Innfældar overlaps with broader Norse and Scandinavian folklore traditions, where similar entities—such as
In modern Icelandic culture, references to Innfældar persist in literature, music, and media, though their significance