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Subgroup of Norse deities
the Vanir (/ˈvɑːnɪər/; Old Norse:, singular Vanr) are a group of gods associated with fertility, wisdom, and the ability to see the future. The Vanir are
Vanir
In Norse mythology, the first war in the world between the Æsir and Vanir
mythology, the Æsir–Vanir War was a conflict between two groups of deities that ultimately resulted in the unification of the Æsir and the Vanir into a single
Æsir–Vanir_War
God among the Vanir in Norse mythology
Norse mythology, Njörðr (Old Norse: Njǫrðr) is a god who is a member of the Vanir. He is the father of the deities Freyr and Freyja by his unnamed sister
Njörðr
Gods in Germanic paganism
or specifically to one of the main families of gods, in contrast to the Vanir, with whom the Æsir waged war, ultimately leading to a joining of the families
Æsir
Norse goddess
her mother (Njörðr's sister, unnamed in sources), she is a member of the Vanir. Stemming from Old Norse Freyja, modern forms of the name include Freya
Freyja
Widely revered deity in Germanic mythology
again". Chapter 4 describes the Æsir–Vanir War. According to the chapter, Odin "made war on the Vanir". The Vanir defended their land and the battle turned
Odin
Norse god of wisdom
renowned for his knowledge and wisdom, who is beheaded during the Æsir–Vanir War. Afterward, the god Odin carries around Mímir's head and it recites
Mímir
Heathen organisation in Spain
two families of gods in Norse paganism, led by Odin; the other being the Vanir), combined with trú, literally "troth" or "faith". Thus, Ásatrú is the 'Faith
Odinist Community of Spain – Ásatrú
Odinist_Community_of_Spain_–_Ásatrú
1999 video game
returns to Asgard and Freya updates her on the status of the war with the Vanir and the fate of her einherjar in Valhalla. Each Einherjar has a Hero Value
Valkyrie_Profile_(video_game)
Norse mythical character
(Old Norse: [ˈɡulːˌwɛiɣ]) is a Vanir goddess in Norse mythology associated with the legendary war between the Æsir and Vanir. In the poem Völuspá, she came
Gullveig
Body of myths from Scandinavia
gods known as the Vanir. While the Aesir and the Vanir retain distinct identification, they came together as the result of the Aesir–Vanir War. While they
Norse_mythology
Home of the Vanir
Norse cosmology, Vanaheimr (Old Norse for 'home of the Vanir') is a location associated with the Vanir, a group of gods themselves associated with fertility
Vanaheimr
Norse deity
Ynglinga saga, along with Mímir, he went to the Vanir as a hostage to seal a truce after the Æsir-Vanir War. Upon arrival in Vanaheim, Hœnir, described
Hœnir
Norse deity
comparison to the Vanir, scholar John Lindow comments that there are no other indications of Heimdall being considered among the Vanir (on Heimdall's status
Heimdall
Supernatural being in Germanic folklore
Grímnismál. Snorri Sturluson identified Freyr as one of the Vanir. However, the term Vanir is rare in Eddaic verse, very rare in Skaldic verse, and is
Elf
Old Norse literature, the Æsir and Vanir are described as being in conflict. Through this conflict, certain Vanir gods, such as Njörðr, Freyja, and Freyr
Germanic_mythology
Norse deity
the Icelandic books the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda, Freyr, one of the Vanir, is the son of the god Njörðr and his sister-wife, and the twin brother
Freyr
Historical linguistic group of people originating in Scandinavia
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Norsemen
Goddess and horse in Norse mythology
High continues that "once some Vanir saw her path as she rode through the air" and that an unnamed one of these Vanir says, in verse: "What flies there
Gná_and_Hófvarpnir
Spear of the Norse god Odin
poem Völuspá, the Æsir-Vanir War is described as officially starting when Odin throws a spear over the heads of an assembly of Vanir gods. Whether or not
Gungnir
Novel series by Rick Riordan
released on October 3, 2017. The main protagonist, Magnus Chase, son of the Vanir god of fertility Frey, narrates the novel in first person. He is a cousin
Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard
Magnus_Chase_and_the_Gods_of_Asgard
Edda, Heimskringla, Ögmundar þáttr dytts, Gesta Danorum, various others Vanir Heimdallr (Old Norse) "World-brightener" None attested None attested Prose
List_of_Germanic_deities
Collection of gods of a particular religion or mythos
[citation needed] Post-classical polytheistic religions include Norse Æsir and Vanir, the Aztec gods, and many others. A pantheon of gods is a common element
Pantheon_(religion)
American-French adult animated television series
to acquire god-killing iron from the dwarf Andvari, and an army from the Vanir. Along with Leif, Sigrid then seeks out five warriors to aid her quest.
Twilight of the Gods (TV series)
Twilight_of_the_Gods_(TV_series)
Norse deity
(Old Norse: [ˈkwɑsez̠]) was a being born of the saliva of the Æsir and the Vanir, two groups of gods. Extremely wise, Kvasir traveled far and wide, teaching
Kvasir
Old Norse term for a type of shamanistic sorcery
responsible for war, poetry and sorcery, and the goddess Freyja, a member of the Vanir who was believed to have taught the practice to the Æsir. In the 20th century
Seiðr
Traditional religion of Germanic peoples
being the Vanir: the most important gods of Norse mythology belong to the Aesir and the term can also be used for the gods in general. The Vanir appear to
Germanic_paganism
Conan short story by Robert E. Howard
"reavers" faced the Vanir "wolves" of Bragi, a Vanir chieftain. Thus, the story opens. Following his fierce battle against the red-haired Vanir, Conan, lying
The_Frost-Giant's_Daughter
Historical religious tradition
deities in Norse mythology were divided into two groups, the Æsir and the Vanir, who in some sources were said to have engaged in war until realizing that
Old_Norse_religion
List of characters appearing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Hogun the Grim, is a member of the Warriors Three of Asgard, depicted as a Vanir grim warrior from Vanaheim. He is killed by Hela in 2017. As of 2026,[update]
Characters of the Marvel Cinematic Universe: A–L
Characters_of_the_Marvel_Cinematic_Universe:_A–L
is weak against water and is defeated by Aqua's purifying magic.LN 1.4.6 Vanir (バニル, Baniru) Voiced by: Masakazu Nishida (Japanese); Robbie Daymond (English)
List_of_KonoSuba_characters
2015 video game
into the Vanir's territory, a group of beastkin demand entry into the land as their lands are being destroyed by elves and humans. The Vanir deny them
Magicka_2
further reinforced by Snorri Sturluson. Æsir are indicated with boldface Vanir are indicated with italics Other beings such as jötnar and humans are indicated
Family trees of the Norse gods
Family_trees_of_the_Norse_gods
Pre-Olympian gods in Greek mythology
(Greek mythology) Greek primordial deities Jötunn Titans in popular culture Vanir Hansen, p. 302; Grimal, p. 457 s.v. Titans; Tripp, p. 579 s.v. Titans; Rose
Titans
Vanir. All are referred to generally as "Asgardians", but the Vanir inhabit Vanaheim as often as Asgard. The Aesir are more warlike, while the Vanir are
List of characters in mythology novels by Rick Riordan
List_of_characters_in_mythology_novels_by_Rick_Riordan
Race of beings in Germanic mythology
In Norse mythology, jötnar are often contrasted with gods (the Æsir and Vanir) and with other non-human figures, such as dwarfs and elves, although the
Jötunn
2019 Japanese animated film by Takaomi Kanasaki
and her army, but Sylvia retreats after learning of the defeat of Verdia, Vanir, and Hans from Kazuma. Later that night, Sylvia manages to take Kazuma hostage
KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World! Legend of Crimson
KonoSuba:_God's_Blessing_on_This_Wonderful_World!_Legend_of_Crimson
Ancient Greek mythic war
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Titanomachy. Gigantomachy Theomachy Æsir–Vanir War War in Heaven Deva (Hinduism) Asuras LSJ, s.v. Τιτανομαχία. Hesiod,
Titanomachy
1989 American film
(1985). The aging and incompetent wizard Caedmon is tasked by Grand-Wizard Vanir with training the young farmhand Tyor in the ways of magic, as he is the
Wizards of the Lost Kingdom II
Wizards_of_the_Lost_Kingdom_II
Supernatural being
deities found in Norse mythology are termed as Vanir, and are associated with fertility. The Æsir and the Vanir went to war, according to the Nordic sources
Deity
2022 video game
Svartalfheim, the industrial abode of the Dwarves; Vanaheim, the lush home of the Vanir gods as well as the giant wolves Sköll and Hati; and Asgard, the humble
God_of_War_Ragnarök
Supernatural race in Irish mythology
to other Indo-European myths of a war between gods, such as the Æsir and Vanir War in Norse mythology, the Titanomachy (Olympian-Titan War) in Greek mythology
Fomorians
Action-adventure game
and the Vanir goddess Freya (Danielle Bisutti), the former Queen of the Valkyries. Freya tried leaving Odin after he began corrupting her Vanir magic,
God_of_War_(2018_video_game)
Germanic goddess
hypothesis). Like the name of the group of gods to which Freyja belongs, the Vanir, the name Freyja is not attested outside of Scandinavia. This is in contrast
Frigg
End times in Norse mythology
status as a hostage during the earlier Æsir–Vanir War, and that he will "come back home among the wise Vanir" at "the doom of men." In stanza 44, Odin poses
Ragnarök
European ethnic group
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Normans
British equestrian sportswoman
She won the 2019 Badminton Horse Trials and 2022 Burghley Horse Trials on Vanir Kamira, and finished second at the 2011 Badminton Horse Trials and the 2017
Piggy_French
North Germanic language
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Old_Norse
Video game franchise
Fimbulwinter begins, with Ragnarök soon to follow. While Baldur's mother, the Vanir goddess Freya, swears revenge on Kratos, he and Atreus complete their journey
God_of_War_(franchise)
saga kraka. It was renowned for supernatural sharpness and hardness. The Vanir Freyr has an unnamed sword that is one of the few weapons that is capable
Weapons_of_Norse_mythology
Marvel Comics character
and the adoptive mother of Loki. She is also sometimes described to be a Vanir goddess, as opposed to her husband, who is of the Aesir tribe. She is also
Frigga_(character)
Edible fruit
in southwest England. Davidson notes a connection between apples and the Vanir, a tribe of gods associated with fertility in Norse mythology, citing an
Apple
2024 video game
early access on Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store. Its first DLC, named Vanir, was released on 17 December 2024. Reception Songs of Conquest was awarded
Songs_of_Conquest
Vafthrudnir, a wise jotunn Odin seeks out to challenge to a wisdom contest the Vanir in general Anahita, goddess of wisdom Ahura Mazda, Zoroastrian god of light
List_of_knowledge_deities
Period of European history (about 800–1050)
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Viking_Age
16, 2022. van der Meer, Ben (November 16, 2018). "Website spells out new Vanir Tower concept". Sacramento Business Journal. Retrieved July 1, 2019. Sites
List of tallest buildings in Sacramento
List_of_tallest_buildings_in_Sacramento
Modern pagan group practicing Heatenry
archetypes or personifications of natural forces. Called the Aesir and the Vanir, the realms of these deities literally exist in the past, and when the gods
Odin_Brotherhood
Modern pagan religion
engage with supernatural entities in addition to the Æsir, such as the Vanir, valkyries, elves, and dwarfs. In Scandinavia, a common term since the 2000s
Heathenry (new religious movement)
Heathenry_(new_religious_movement)
Norse deity
with Vanir deities, Ernst Alfred Philippson suggested that contrary to his placement in the Prose Edda among the Æsir, he was himself one of the Vanir, and
Ullr
Incident in Roman mythology
Scholars have cited parallels between the rape of the Sabine women, the Æsir–Vanir War in Norse mythology, and the Iliad of Greek mythology, providing support
Rape_of_the_Sabine_women
Norse goddess
in Southwest England. Davidson notes a connection between apples and the Vanir, a group of gods associated with fertility in Norse mythology, citing an
Iðunn
Polearm with a long shaft and pointed head used for thrusting or throwing
never missed its mark. During the War with the Vanir, Odin symbolically threw Gungnir into the Vanir host. This practice of symbolically casting a spear
Spear
Legendary King of Sweden
Vanlandi or Vanlande (Old Norse: "Man from the Land of the Vanir") was, according to Norse mythology, a Swedish king who ruled at Uppsala as part of the
Vanlandi
2017 video game
said runes and pledged themselves upon the Vanir - the troubling sign of the feud between Æsir and Vanir spilled over the shores of Midgard as before
Vikings:_Wolves_of_Midgard
2024 Japanese anime television series
awarded the bounty for defeating Sylvia and the return on his investments in Vanir's business. In the meantime, Aqua is convinced to buy an egg that she believes
KonoSuba_season_3
Conceptions of the end of the present age
there will be a battle between—on the one hand—the Gods with the Æsir, Vanir and Einherjar, led by Odin, and—on the other hand—forces of Chaos, including
Eschatology
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Christianization of Scandinavia
Christianization_of_Scandinavia
Mythical Trojan writer
century Trójumanna saga (dating uncertain) begins with the story of Frey, the vanir-god, as a young poor man living on Crete at the time of the biblical Josva
Dares_Phrygius
Old Norse warrior fighting in a fury
mythology and religious practice, particularly in association with the Vanir, Freyr and Freyja. It has been proposed that similar to berserkers, warriors
Berserker
List of names
Goðar, Mimi, incest, and wagons oral Memories of the religion(s) of the Vanir. The Milman Parry Collection of Oral Literature, Harvard University. p. 123
List_of_names_of_Freyr
2011 Marvel Studios video game
record of Vanaheim, that Odin created Mangog after the Vanir had declared war against Asgard. The Vanir were unable to control and defeat Mangog, but they
Thor:_God_of_Thunder
Deity in Germanic paganism
Together with his children Freyja and Freyr, the three form part of the Vanir, a family of deities. The Old Norse record contains three narratives featuring
Nerthus
Norse goddess, wife of Thor
unidentified. N. A. Nielsen suggests that she was married to Njord before the Æsir–Vanir War, an interpretation which depends on considering Ullr identical with
Sif
Norse deity
"brother's slayer". Gerðr asks the stranger if he is of the elves, Æsir, or the Vanir, and why he comes alone "over the wild fire" to seek their company. Skírnir
Gerðr
Old Norse runic charm from 1073
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Canterbury_charm
Ship in Norse mythology
boat that was owned by the Vanir God Freyr, who then gave it to Kratos to use whenever he wants. As it was made by the Vanir Gods, Skiðblaðnir was given
Skíðblaðnir
Ancient or modern magic performed with runes or runestones
Viking Age Norse–Gaels Normans Christianization Old Norse religion Gods Æsir Vanir Jötunn Sigurd Sigmund Wayland the Smith Vættir Elf Dökkálfar and Ljósálfar
Runic_magic
2017 Japanese anime television series
Devil King's commanders, Vanir, who has the ability to read minds. Although he appears to be defeated following a lucky attack, Vanir attaches his mask onto
KonoSuba_season_2
2017 book by Neil Gaiman
including Ásgarð, Vanaheim and Jötunheimr, the realms of, the Æsir gods, the Vanir gods and the jötnar respectively. Odin sacrifices his eye in order to be
Norse_Mythology_(book)
Japanese anime series
Dustiness Ford (Darkness) Ai Kayano Cristina Vee Chris Ayaka Suwa Kira Buckland Vanir Masakazu Nishida Anthony Bowling Yunyun Aki Toyosaki Kayli Mills Chomusuke
Isekai_Quartet
Children's fantasy adventure book series
Jackson & the Olympians series. The main protagonist Magnus Chase, son of the Vanir god of fertility Frey, narrates the novel in first person. He has a relationship
Percy_Jackson_&_the_Olympians
Japanese light novel series and its adaptations
character. Akatsuki has stated that the supporting characters Dust and Vanir are his favorites. Akatsuki first learned that an anime adaptation was in
KonoSuba
2006 studio album by Enslaved
Dissected". Terrorizer. No. 144. UK: Dark Arts Ltd. p. 70. "ENSLAVED: 'Path To Vanir' Video Posted Online". Blabbermouth. 3 June 2006. Retrieved 16 June 2023
Ruun
Slidr River Svartálfaheim Útgarðar Valhalla Vanaheim Vimur Yggdrasil Æsir–Vanir War Battle of Brávellir Battle on the Ice of Lake Vänern Ēostre Fimbulwinter
List of people, items and places in Norse mythology
List_of_people,_items_and_places_in_Norse_mythology
Hypothesis about proto-Indo-European society
freemen. Norse mythology: Odin (sovereignty), Týr (law and justice), the Vanir (fertility). Odin has been interpreted as a death-god and connected to cremations
Trifunctional_hypothesis
Legendary King of Sweden
succeeded as king, and he married Vana of Vanaheimr, probably one of the Vanir. Lured by a dwarf, Sveigðir disappeared into a stone and never came back
Sveigðir
Divine race from J. R. R. Tolkien's legendarium
Archangels, Angels of Heaven Pantheon of Olympian Gods Æsir of Asgard and Vanir of Vanaheim Manwë, a Vala Michael the Archangel, an Angel Zeus, one of the
Ainur_in_Middle-earth
Fictional character created by Robert E. Howard
plot of Conan the Barbarian (1982) begins with Conan being enslaved by the Vanir raiders of Thulsa Doom, a malevolent warlord who is responsible for the
Conan_the_Barbarian
1983 Doctor Who serial
response or reasons why they turned down the roles. The Vanir here are references to the Vanir of Norse mythology. Garm was the guard dog of Hel, the land
Terminus_(Doctor_Who)
American voice actor
Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba". www.facebook.com. Retrieved November 9, 2019. "Vanir Voice - Konosuba God's Blessing on this Wonderful World". Behind the Voice
Robbie_Daymond
Norse mythical location
iconography may lend support to positions arguing for a connection between a Vanir goddess and the "Isis" of the Suebi, who is associated with ship symbolism
Fólkvangr
Group of ancient Mesopotamian deities
has written several books about his theory. Ancient Mesopotamian religion Vanir Deva (Hinduism) Dingir Elohim Hutena Eridu Genesis Epic of Gilgamesh Tuatha
Anunnaki
Topic in Germanic philology
might be reflected in the conflicts between the Æsir and Vanir in Norse mythology. The Vanir were particularly revered in Sweden (see Yngvi and Freyr)
Name_of_the_Goths
Marvel Comics fictional characters
He then set the world tree Yggdrasil on fire and attempted to turn the Vanir gods against the Aesir in preparation for his assault on Asgard. This succeeded
Surtur_(character)
to ancestors or beings such as land wights, elves or gods (the Æsir and Vanir). It is no longer common to sacrifice animals, with most heathens instead
Heathenry in the United Kingdom
Heathenry_in_the_United_Kingdom
Ghost, spirit, or deity in Norse mythology
not mention the dísir in the Prose Edda, he does list Vanadís—'dís of the Vanir'— as a name for Freyja, and öndurdís—'snow-shoe dís'—as a name for Skaði
Dís
Woman said to foretell future events and perform sorcery
sacred to the Norse god Freyr, the god of fertility and the main god of the Vanir clan of the gods. Hauck argues that the legend goes back to a time when
Seeress_(Germanic)
Games Mar 28, 2019 Jan 10, 2017 Jan 10, 2017 Nightmare Boy Metroidvania The Vanir Project Badland Games Oct 24, 2017 Oct 24, 2017 Oct 24, 2017 Nightmares
List of PlayStation 4 games (M–Z)
List_of_PlayStation_4_games_(M–Z)
Poem from the Poetic Edda
exhaustive list of the sentient mythological entities among men, Æsir, Vanir, jötnar, dwarfs, and elves. For example, the heavens have the following
Alvíssmál
Norse goddess
separation from Njord might point to a split between her cult and that of the Vanir in this region, where Scandinavians and the Sami were in close contact."
Skaði
VANIR
VANIR
VANIR
Girl/Female
Arabic, Muslim, Sindhi
Worshipper; Narrator of Hadith; Daughter of Nabil had this Name
Boy/Male
American, Australian, Chinese, Latin
Worthy of Praise; Of Value; Beyond Price; Invaluable; Praiseworthy; Priceless; Saint Anthony is the Patron Saint of Poor People
Boy/Male
Tamil
Lord Vishnu
Boy/Male
Indian
Planner, Designer, One who designs
Boy/Male
American, Australian, British, English, French
From the Villa by the March; Swampy Dwelling
Girl/Female
English American
and Kayla. Keeper of the keys; pure.
Girl/Female
American, British, English, Irish
Good-looking
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian
Name of Lord Shiva
Boy/Male
Armenian, Hindu, Indian, Italian
Good One
Boy/Male
Tamil
Devsena | தேவஸேநா
Army of gods
VANIR
VANIR
VANIR
VANIR
VANIR