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02.11.2019

Eitri

In Norse mythology, Eitri (also known as Sindri) is a dwarf and the brother of Brokkr. Eitri and Brokkr are renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, particularly in a famous tale involving a bet with Loki.

According to the Skáldskaparmál, Loki had caused trouble among the gods, and to make amends, he promised to provide gifts to three goddesses. Among these gifts were Sif's golden hair, Freyr's ship Skidbladnir, and Odin's powerful spear Gungnir. Loki boasted that these gifts would surpass anything the dwarves could create. In response, Brokkr and Eitri bet their heads against Loki's, wagering that they could forge items of even greater craftsmanship.

As Eitri worked at his furnace, his brother Brokkr operated the bellows to maintain the right temperature for their work. However, a fly (sometimes believed to be Loki in disguise) began to sting Brokkr, attempting to sabotage their creations. Despite this interference, Eitri successfully crafted three remarkable items:

1. Gullinbursti: This is a golden boar known for its exceptional speed and radiance.

2. Draupnir: A golden ring known for its magical property of creating more gold rings. Every ninth night, eight new rings of the same quality as Draupnir would drop from it.

3. Mjöllnir: The most famous of their creations, Mjöllnir is Thor's mighty hammer. Although the handle was slightly shorter than intended due to the fly's interference, it became one of the most powerful weapons in Norse mythology.

Eitri and Brokkr's exceptional craftsmanship allowed them to win the bet against Loki, and as a result, they spared his head. Their creations, particularly Mjöllnir, played significant roles in the mythology and legends of the Norse gods.

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