Creation of the Giants and the World
A myth about the creation of the world and the giants.
Summary
According to local tales, Ymir was born from Eitr, yeasty venom that dripped from the icy rivers called the Élivágar. He fed from the milk of Auðumbla and had a son, whose son bore Odin, Ve and Vili. The three brothers created the world from Ymir's body parts, leading to the creation of the world as we know now.
Historical Basis
The myth is a concept about how the world was created.
Spread
The most widespread and known myth in the Universe.
Variations & Mutation
Some say that Ymir created the world himself.
Date of First Recording
123 AY
Date of Setting
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