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  1. Valhalla - Wikipedia

    There were five possible realms the soul could travel to after death. The first was Fólkvangr, ruled by the goddess Freyja. The second was Hel, ruled by Hel, Loki's daughter. The third was that of the …

  2. Valhalla | Definition, Myth, & Meaning | Britannica

    Nov 8, 2025 · Valhalla, in Norse mythology, the hall of slain warriors, who live there blissfully under the leadership of the god Odin. Valhalla is depicted as a splendid palace, roofed with shields, where the …

  3. Assassin's Creed Valhalla for PC , Xbox One, PS4, & More - Ubisoft

    Jump into the final content update for Assassin’s Creed® Valhalla! Experience the conclusion of Eivor’s story, meet Roshan from Assassin’s Creed Mirage, further customize your experience with new …

  4. Valhalla - Norse Mythology for Smart People

    Valhalla (pronounced “val-HALL-uh”; Old Norse Valhöll, “the hall of the fallen” [1]) is the hall where the god Odin houses the dead whom he deems worthy of dwelling with him.

  5. What Does Valhalla Literally Mean? - Norse Vikings

    While we may never know if a literal golden hall awaits fallen warriors, Valhalla remains one of the most powerful symbols of Norse mythology. It represents bravery, honor, and an unbreakable warrior spirit.

  6. What is Valhalla? The Viking Afterlife in Norse Mythology

    Mar 19, 2025 · In Norse mythology, Valhalla—sometimes called Odin’s Hall—is a magnificent, golden hall where fallen warriors spend their afterlife preparing for the final battle at the end of the world, …

  7. Valhalla - World History Encyclopedia

    Sep 20, 2021 · Valhalla ("Hall of the Slain") is the afterlife realm in Norse mythology for fallen heroes selected by Odin’s Valkyrie to become members of the army that will fight against the forces of chaos …

  8. Welcome to Valhalla: The Norse Afterlife Explained

    May 15, 2024 · Valhalla is a hall of the slain, this is true, but it’s not simply a passive, eternal afterlife kinda deal. So, join me as we take a deep dive into faith in the Viking Age and look at what really …

  9. What Does Valhalla Mean? - Scandinavia Facts

    Valhalla, meaning ‘the Hall of the Slain’ in Old Norse, is located in Asgard, home of the gods. It’s where brave warriors, called Einherjar, reside after death, chosen by Valkyries for their courage in battle.

  10. Valhalla: How Viking Belief in a Glorious Afterlife Empowered Warriors

    Mar 3, 2021 · Mythical valkyries led slain heroes (the einherjar) from the battlefield to Odin’s magnificent hall. Built of weapons and armor, Valhalla was the promised land of a Viking warrior.