Category:Dvergar

Historical Background
Dvergr is the old Norse word for "dwarf." The words Dvergr (dwarf) and Svartalfr (black elf) are used interchangeably by Snorri Sturlusson in the Prose Edda, and the creature's appearence was much different than the current myth. Dvergar were human-sized, with black hair and a livid complexion, resembling that of a corpse. Dvergar feared sunlight and lived in caves as a result.

Skilled craftsmen, Dwarves made many items, among which: - The spear of Odin, Gungnir. - The hammer of Thor, Mjollnir. - The necklace of Freya, Brisingamen. - Gleipnir, the chain that bound Fenrir.