Börn Loka

Börn Loka (Children of Loki) refers to the offspring of Loki, the Norse god of mischief and trickery, with the giantess Angrboða. They are figures of immense power and significance in Norse mythology, particularly associated with the end of the world, Ragnarök. The three children are:

• Fenrir (Fenrisúlfr): A monstrous wolf, prophesied to kill Odin during Ragnarök. Due to his immense size and destructive potential, the gods feared Fenrir and attempted to bind him, ultimately succeeding using the magical ribbon Gleipnir, which was incredibly strong yet appeared thin and soft. He is destined to break free at Ragnarök.

• Jörmungandr: Also known as the Midgard Serpent or World Serpent, Jörmungandr is a colossal serpent that encircles the world, holding it together. He dwells in the ocean depths. During Ragnarök, Jörmungandr will rise from the sea, causing massive tidal waves and flooding as he joins the battle against the gods. He will be slain by Thor, but not before poisoning the god with his venom, leading to Thor's own death.

• Hel: The goddess of the underworld, also called Hel. She presides over Helheim, a realm where the dead reside. Hel is depicted as having a half-living, half-corpse appearance, reflecting her dominion over death. She plays a key role during Ragnarök, as the dead will rise from Helheim to fight on the side of the giants against the gods.

The Börn Loka are not typically venerated in reconstructed Norse paganism, given their destructive roles in the mythology. They are often viewed as forces of chaos and destruction that must be confronted and overcome. Their existence highlights the darker aspects of Norse cosmology, demonstrating the importance of balance and the ever-present threat of entropy in the world.