Creature
Grani
Sigurd’s horse, linking the heroic quest to the horse tradition associated with Odin.
Overview
Grani supports Sigurd’s heroic movement. In the story, the horse is not ordinary transport but a chosen heroic mount.
Key facts
Chosen by Sigurd
Chapter XIII places Grani within Sigurd’s growth and preparation for action.
Carries the quest
Grani carries Sigurd from court toward Fafnir and later scenes.
Relationships
Story appearances
- Sigurd and the VolsungsHeroic mount
Grani is Sigurd’s chosen mount.
- The Old Lay of Guthrun: Recollection and Ominous DreamFigure or event in the Old Lay of Guthrun
Sigurd’s horse, linking the heroic quest to the horse tradition associated with Odin.
- Fafnismol: Dragon Blood and Bird-SpeechFigure or object in Fafnismol
Sigurd’s horse, linking the heroic quest to the horse tradition associated with Odin.
Ancient sources
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