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04.10.2019

Surt

Surt holds a prominent role in Norse mythology as the King of Fire and the Lord of the Fire-Giants residing in the realm of Muspellheim. According to the myth, in the beginning, there was only the profound darkness of Ginnungagap. It was at this point that Surt emerged from the blackness wielding his flaming sword and touched the land. Upon his touch, the land ignited and transformed into the Realm of Fire. As this realm drew near to Niflheim, the primal Realm of Ice, it warmed and melted the frozen earth, revealing Ymir, the original frost-giant, and Audumhla, the Great Cow. In this way, the meeting of fire and ice in Nordic mythology gave birth to life.

Surt's significance extends to his children, the fire-giants, who eventually intermarried with Ymir's offspring. Surt's bloodline can be traced through many younger fire-giants, including figures like Farbauti and his son Loki. Consequently, Surt is considered the oldest surviving being in the Nine Worlds.

According to primary sources, in the very beginning, before any other living beings existed, it was Surt who illuminated the cosmos with his mighty sword (or possibly wand) of fire and light, known as Laevateinn. However, Surt remains reticent about his origins and the circumstances that led to his emergence. It is advised not to inquire about these matters, as he is known to possess a fiery temper. If his anger flares, it can result in fire-related hazards for a considerable period afterward. Surt's enigmatic presence and formidable power make him a formidable and enigmatic figure within Norse mythology.

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Surt is the godfather of Loki, and raised him as a son in childhood. He has said that he is Loki's godfather, and that Laufey came to Muspellheim to give birth to him, and that she lay in Surt's biggest fireplace to bring him forth. Surt has a close relationship with (and a great respect for) Loki's daughter Hela, with whom he is building the great Ship of Ragnarok, Naglfari, as a joint project; in spite of the fact that he is much older than her, he refers to her as "Her Ladyship", as many etins do.

Surt is knowledgeable in the ways of all kinds of fires, and especially - although few speak to him of this - the kind of primal fire that stars are made of. In fact, his knowledge of suns and stars outside the Nine Worlds is enough to take one aback, and seriously wonder about his origins. It goes without saying that he knows a great deal about moving heat and energy.

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According to the Voluspa, if Ragnarok comes to pass, Surt and his children will rise up with the legions of Hela's dead mortals and attack the forces of Asgard. It is prophesied that should this happen, Surt will slay the god Frey, who gave up his sword for love and must defend himself only with a deer antler. Then much of the world will be consumed in flames, and Surt will rebirth it again.

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