Vanaheim
The Vanir homeland from which Njord enters the divine settlement as hostage.
Overview
Vanaheim appears in chapter 23 as the land where Njord was reared. The Vanir give him as hostage to the gods and receive Hoenir in exchange, making him an atonement between gods and Vanir. This story keeps Vanaheim as a source-backed direction without building a full Vanir catalogue.
Key facts
Njord was reared there
Chapter 23 states that Njord is not of the Aesir race and was reared in Vanaheim.
Origin direction of the hostage exchange
The same hostage exchange makes Vanaheim the source direction for Njord’s entry among the gods.
Relationships
- Njordcomes from
Chapter 23 says Njord was reared in Vanaheim.
- Aesir-Vanir Settlementlinks Vanaheim
The hostage exchange joins Vanaheim and the gods’ dwelling inside one order.
- Alvisincludes names from Vanaheim
In his answers about seed and ale, Alvis places names from Vanaheim beside those of other groups.
Story appearances
- Aesir, Vanir and Divine OrderVanir origin
Vanaheim marks Njord’s origin before he enters divine order.
- Alvissmol: Suit, Questions, and DaybreakFigure or scene marker in Alvissmol
The Vanir homeland from which Njord enters the divine settlement as hostage.
Ancient sources
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