Norse Mythology Stories: The Essential - From Creation to Ragnarok - See U in History 

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If most of Greek mythology is Zeus being unable to keep his pants on, most of Norse mythology is Loki getting himself into a progressively deeper grave.

The story of Balder is actually a description of the changing of the seasons. Because back in ancient times the coming of winter was LITERALLY a life or death situation, something that was not taken lightly as if you were not prepared you may very well starve or freeze to death. So many people did not look forward to winter and in fact dreaded the coming of fall. Balder, representing the happiness of Spring and summer where the days are warm and longer and the nights shorter then starts having nightmares and giving way to the sadness that is fall and winter where the days are shorter the nights longer and the weather colder. Where all living things go into some sort of hibernation and plants wilt and die....all EXCEPT mistletoe, which actually seems to thrive in the winter. They made mistletoe, one of the only plants that seem to get stronger with the coming of winter, the "enemy" of Summer and therefore Balder's weakness.

It's really interesting how Ragnarök happens because of the gods trying to stop it from happening. Like with Baldur's death resulting in Fimbulwinter, and the binding of Fenrir resulting in him killing Odin during Ragnarök.

Loki: Gets railed by a giant's horse, and has the foal. Also Loki: Not a word, and the horse is yours.

"Mimir was not someone fond of bluffing and jokes" Meanwhile Mimir in God of War: basically the God of jokes

Creation 0:12 Odin’s Eye 3:17 Loki and the Gifts of the Gods 5:59 Wall of Asgard 13:41 Thor Loses His Hammer 17:20 The Children of Loki 21:04 Thor’s Adventure in Jotunheim 1 24:11 Thor’s Adventure in Jotunheim 2 26:28 Fenrir 34:03 The Fate of Balder 38:11 The Punishment of Loki 41:44 Ragnarok 46:16

I’ve always been drawn to Norse mythology no idea why but here I am~

Most of Norse mythology.. Loki's Bizarre Adventure: "Congratulations, you played yourself"

When I tell people Loki banged a horse and produced a spawn no one believes me so I go through all my books to find the story so they can read it. The reactions I get are fantastic each time someone new reads it

I never imagined that of all religions that the viking religion had such comedic timing in their stories. This isn't just a religion as a foundation of ethics for a group of people but these are stories with fully fleshed out and dynamic characters with elements of honor, comedy, tragedy, horror, and even a bit of slice of life. Im legit surprised by this. I really thought the vikings would have had 1 dimensional deities but they're really fleshed out.

It would have been good to include more information on Odin’s journey to Mimir’s well. After Odin drank from the well he immediately knew what he had to do. He broke a branch from the tree and stabbed himself with the branch after which he hung himself upside down from the tree with his head partly in the well causing himself to partially drown. The three fold death, wounded, hanging, drowning. After 9 days and 9 nights Odin reached deep into the well and pulled out the runes. The greatest source of magic ever known. This is how Odin became known as the lord of the hanged and how the runes came to be.

Loki thousands of years ago: "It's just a prank bro"

I love how Norse gods show imperfections instead of just being all mighty beings that can’t die.

"I've never seen that horse in my life" - Loki

Yes! Finally I can listen to the stories of the gods while I'm working. There's not enough time in the day for me to read about about the gods and everything that comes with norse paganism. This alone makes me feel closer, comfortable, and almost empowered by the gods. Thank you!

The Asgardians are untrustworthy bastards though. Every deal with them ends with Loki pulling a lawyer trick, and then Thor hits you in the head with his hammer.

It's like every Loki pic used here is Tom Hiddleston... Btw, the tradition to kiss under mistletoe, comes from this story. It is in memory of Baldr.

I’ve always found the stories of the Norse and Greek Mythologies fascinating, and after listening to this I realize how many aspects of the law same stories are referenced within media and our own culture. Just goes to show how long lasting the impact of them has been.

odin tying fenrir is a self fulfilling prophecy. which i think was meant as a lesson. when one seeks to avoid once fate they often find themselves playing right into it. threw odin learning of his demise he did everything in his power to prevent it thus solidifying his fate.

Thor and Loki's relationship is exactly as i imagined it to be

Loki transformers to female horse to seduced the builder's horse, then give birth to a 8-legged horse, must be the funniest thing in mythologies.

Loki would make a brilliant lawyer, an expert in finding loopholes in contracts.

I don't often watch an hour long video, however this was so well done I actually thoroughly enjoyed this. I've been on a journey for spirituality and, since my family comes from Danish Vikings, I figured I should look into Norse mythology. This makes everything so clear and...well just great job

So.....Norse Mythology is all about Loki and his tricks.

I am deeply fascinated by Norse mythology.

Omg I LOVE the story about Loki and his foal😂 I am annoying everyone with it but it's just soooo hilarious I couldn't stop smiling all day. I love Loki so much

40+ Hours in on God of War Ragnarok. Watching back these Norse mythology videos to remember and appreciate the source.

As a Norse Pagan myself, I appreciate how you presented our stories. It's more often that we are mocked for our Traditions and Faith. Keep up the good work my friend!

Thor killed all the giants at the banquet, and Thryms head was opened like a melon. *cheerful flute playing ensues*

Fenrir’s story is such a self fulfilling prophecy

Fun fact: I'm related to Lief Erikssen, the Viking that first landed on North America, and his father discovered Iceland, and his father discovered Greenland. My mum is the 100th generation from Lief.

Poor Fenrir, they did him so dirty🙁🙁

You already know that Thor was rocking that wedding dress.

The best ever Norse mythology explained fantastically from the beginning to the end... kudos to the narrator 🔥

Awesome video! This got me pumped for God Of War Ragnarok! : )

Mythology: Santa Claus copied Thor’s mode of transport Marvel: HAMMER GO NYOOM PULL BIG GUY

Every day for Thor includes one instance where he comes **this** close to breaking literally all of Loki's bones.

I love how after Lokis mare incident he sends Thor in as the bride in the next! Hahaha he was not about to take another one for the team!

I love how Tom Hiddleston just is Loki now

I’m baked and all of the names in this are really stressing me out

i think asgard would be a very boring place without loki he knows how to throw a party hahah

Cool to listen to all of this 60+ hours in on God of War Ragnarok. Nice to understand and remember the full timeline properly again.

My favorite religion! I am but a bit Irish and mainly Hungarian ancestors... but, I find Norse ways to be personally amazing and leave me in awe. My new gf is Swedish ancestors and I love letting her in on these wonderful stories ❤️

Please do a Greek Mythology one! Everything from the creation of the universe to even the titans vs the olympians

Lokis stories never fail to amuse me 😂

Very good, well illustrated, this is quite an excellent basic guide to Norse mythology.

What a wonderful retelling of the ancient Norse myths,

I keep seeing a common theme where Odin sees a problem in the future, and so tries to do what he can to prevent it before hand. The thing here, though, is that his actions “in the now,” end up having this butterfly effect to cause what he was originally trying to avoid! Fenrir is one of my examples (unless I’m reading into it incorrectly - totally possible). The Asgardians try to try the wolf, and he realizes something is afoot when he succeeds in the chains challenge. Guy probably (rightfully) feels slighted, and the whole butterfly effect occurs. Just be nice to everyone and they’ll be nice to you!

I'm loving the MCU inspired artwork to go along with the stories

I really enjoyed the stories. Watching the TV series “Vikings” now I understand better when they talk about their gods.

WOOOOOWWWW!!! I AM AMAZED!! This was so cool to understand, it was the perfect crash course for me getting into this... wooow..

I can listen to these stories for days. At this point I'm an atheist but the norse culture is really beautiful and not to mention one of the greatest fighters in human history were vikings, no king wanted to meet vikings in battle, they were not scared of death because dying in battle was the best thing a viking could do to enter Valhalla

12:44 the best part about that story is the part where loki turns himself into a fly to try and sabotage the dwarfs

Lovely! As a Norse woman its nice to see our heritage beeing carried forward⭐️

Wow really enjoyed every second of it! Amazing narration🔥🔥

10 dislikes are from the tricked giants

Literally just spent an hour learning about norse mythology and I don’t regret it at all lol great content!

I am so interested in learning about norse paganism and mythology i dont really no much about it im starting from scratch I am glad I stumbled across your page as it has been a great help

This and Jon Solo make such amazing mythology content, I love it!

Norse mythology rules.

Would love to see something about Slavic mythology...lots of interesting stuff there. Keep it up

Loved this video , along with others you up'd , THANKS! Amazing channel & full of info ^ ^

0:12 THE CREATION 3:17 ODIN'S EYE 5:59 LOKI AND THE GIFTS OF THE GODS 13:41 THE WALL OF ASGARD 17:20 THOR LOSES HIS HAMMER 21:04 THE CHILDREN OF LOKI 24:11 THOR'S ADVENTURE IN JOTUNHEIM 26:28 PART 2 29:11 PART 3 34:03 THE WOLF FENRIR 38:11 THE FATE OF BALDER 41:44 THE PUNISHMENT OF LOKI 46:15 THE RAGNAROK 48:50 THE BEGINNING OF RAGNAROK 51:52 THE BATTLES OF RAGNAROK

I would like to have a movie about Norse Mythology with Odin, Thor, Loki, Baldur, and other Norse gods, and not with the superhero version

Norse mythology proves that the ancient Norse people were very creative people with awesome imaginations!

I am impressed by the quality of the compilation (great work!) and Norse mythology in general, much of it could and should have been preserved in Europe.

This was just great. Thank you. Looking for more! ❤

I love how all depictions of Loki are Tom Hiddleston

ha, honestly, I was rooting for Fenrir

AMAZING STORY!!! I'M TOTALLY IN LOVE... WITH NORSE CULTURE!!! 😱🔥

This really is a great video. I love the art work. Really enjoyed watching this, so thank you.

I was on an acid trip 30mins into the film and man, the way you guys explained and visualized the images is awesome.

Is it just me or does the whole Loki part sound like a sitcom script..? He cuts the Thors Girlfriends Hair and had to throw a talent show for all the local craftsman to choose who to make a wig for the now bald chick...like, what a wacky pickle ya got yourself in there bud..amirite tho?

Thank you , a wonderful simple way to enjoy the sagas .

this is sucha good explanation thank you- i understood everything so much better

Norse Pagan here, I respect your knowledge of our stories and faith. Thanks for the video

Til Valhalla! Oh my Odin I love my culture! Thank you for this🙏

What a great story, man Ragnarok sounded like a big battle for survival.

I want this as a podcast... love this!!

After playing God of War I wanted to learn more thanks for that

Norse paganism has some cool God's and stories.

Beautiful work and brilliant presentation.

Thank you for the beautiful narration

55:54, please mention that Thor only survived for 9 steps, before his death 9 steps probably means the nine realms of Yggdrasil.

Am I the only one here because I watched vikings and became curious?

I had to check this out before playing Assassin's Creed Valhalla. The story with the giant King was the best in my opinion. Awesome video!😁👍

I'm learning this right after playing GoW

Loki is the real MVP. The world of the Norse myths will be so dull without him.

45:36: who remebers that one scene in Vikings with Floki and his wife

32:41 "You competed against a thot." "And even though you're extremely fast," "nothing is faster than a thot." Am I the only one who heard it like that?-

I need the creation background music !! Great video btw, super informative and great art!! Thanks

this story was so wholesome and joyful to watch. thank you for explaining the entire Norse mythology in such a short video !

Oooh this is very nice! Gonna listen to this while I work tomorrow

Norse mythology is by far my fave. In my humble opinion it blows away Greek mythology. Much more fascinating and presents the elements of the human experience that are real and not just "happily ever after." The Norse dealt with the cold and harsh winters and dealt with the harshness of life and showed it in their myths.

I had a English teacher RIP got me into Greek myths. From there I went into Norse mythology and the Egyptian gods

the beginning of this mythology is almost similar to the animated cartoon Avatar.

Told without mocking it, in an intriguing, interesting, educational way. Well done my friend! Greets, T.

Not gonna lie, that story of Thor lifting the giants cat sounds like a Garfield story just waiting to happen!

Great story....loved it all, thank you