Artifact
Skidbladnir
Freyr’s ship, gaining fair wind when sailed and folding small like a cloth.
Overview
Skidbladnir is made by the sons of Ivaldi in Skaldskaparmal 35 and given by Loki to Freyr. The text says it gains fair wind in whatever direction it sails and can be folded like a cloth into a pouch. It makes Freyr’s order about movement and craft as well as earthly fertility.
Key facts
Fair wind and folding
Skaldskaparmal 35 lists both fair wind and foldability among its qualities.
Given to Freyr
The same chapter says Loki gives Skidbladnir to Freyr.
Relationships
- Treasures of the Godsproduces Skidbladnir
The sons of Ivaldi make Skidbladnir, and Loki gives it to Freyr.
- Freyrholds
Loki gives Skidbladnir to Freyr.
Story appearances
- Aesir, Vanir and Divine OrderFreyr’s ship
Skidbladnir connects Freyr to voyage, fair wind and dwarf craft.
Ancient sources
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