IMP Episode 20 - Tricks and Blood: The Origins of Loki

September 1, 2024

In this episode of Immortal Monsters, we dive into the origins and complex relationships of Loki, the infamous trickster giant with the heart of a god. His journey from an outsider to a central figure of Norse mythology is filled with cunning, shape-shifting, and chaos! Join me as I shed a little candlelight on Loki's mischievous deeds and his unique relationship with the Allfather himself, the wise and one-eyed Odin.

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Resources:

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Loki

https://mythology.net/norse/norse-gods/loki/

https://www.greekmythology.com/Myths/Norse/Loki/loki.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loki

https://mythicalencyclopedia.com/loki/

https://www.norsemythology.org/gods/loki

https://scandinaviafacts.com/did-loki-give-birth-to-animals-in-norse-mythology/

The Theft of Thor's Hammer Summary (shmoop.com)

Loki, the mischievous god and his pranks: His tricks and their consequences for the gods (histoires-du-monde.com)

The Fortification of Asgard - Norse Mythology for Smart People (norse-mythology.org)