Alfheim
The heavenly place of the Light-Elves in chapter 17, introduced as a realm name rather than a full elf story.
Overview
Alfheim appears in chapter 17 as the dwelling of the Light-Elves. This account records it as part of the basic names of the worlds around Yggdrasil, giving later divine-order or elf material a settled name; a full elf classification is not unfolded here.
Key facts
Dwelling of Light-Elves
Chapter 17 says the Light-Elves dwell in Alfheim.
Not a full elf catalogue here
The same chapter mentions other heavenly abodes; this account keeps Alfheim as a realm name for now.
Relationships
- Yggdrasilheavenly abode
Chapter 17 lists Alfheim as the heavenly dwelling of the Light-Elves.
Story appearances
- Yggdrasil and the WorldsDwelling of Light-Elves
Alfheim enters first as a realm name; a fuller elf classification waits for later work.
Ancient sources
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