Many-Headed Pursuers
The many-headed group that follows Hymir from eastern caves and is killed by Thor with Mjollnir.
Overview
This group has no individual names, and the poem gives neither identity nor motive. They appear only after Thor has left with the kettle, turning Hymir’s test into a direct pursuit. The record keeps them as one source-scoped collective rather than inventing several giants.
Key facts
Follow with Hymir
Stanza 36 says Hymir and a many-headed throng come from eastern caves.
Killed by Mjollnir
Stanza 37 says Thor wields Mjollnir and kills the pursuers in the wilderness.
Relationships
- Thorkills with Mjollnir
Thor wields Mjollnir and kills the pursuing many-headed group.
Story appearances
- Hymiskvitha: Kettle, Serpent, and FeastFigure, object, or place in Hymiskvitha
The many-headed group that follows Hymir from eastern caves and is killed by Thor with Mjollnir.
Ancient sources
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