Loki – The God of the Vikings

The character of Loki in Norse mythology has a long history of mischief and trickery that goes beyond pranks. He is one of the most important gods in Norse mythology and is responsible for a number of events that lead up to Ragnarok, the Norse apocalypse. He is a shape-shifter, father to monstrous beings and a blood relative of Odin. He’s also a troublemaker who is willing to betray the gods in order to achieve his goals. These traits have made him the subject of many Marvel adaptations ranging from attempting to conquer Earth in The Avengers to killing S.H.I.E.L.D agent Coulson in Thor: Ragnarok.

Loki’s main ability is to shapeshift, which he uses frequently in Norse mythology to get out of trouble or to make someone do what he wants them to do. He is able to take on the appearance of anyone, including animals and objects such as a boat or an island. He can also fly and cast magical spells.

Despite his often problematic behavior, Loki is still welcomed in Asgard and forgiven by the gods, due to an old agreement between himself and Odin. He is able to elude the Aesir gods by hiding in various places, for example, by turning himself into a salmon in the waterfalls of Hlidskjalf.

Loki is married to Sigyn and has two sons, Nari and Vali. He is also the father of Hel, a goddess that rules over Helheim, the realm of the dead, and Jormungandr, the world serpent.